The Local Government Chairperson

1. A Local Government is a level of government that is smaller than the State government and bigger than the community.
2. Local Governments are made up of different areas, such as towns, cities, and districts.
3. Each Local Government has a leader called the Local Government Chairperson or Chairman.
4. The Local Government Chairperson is elected by the people who live in the Local Government area.
5. The Chairperson’s job is to make sure that the Local Government area is well run and that the people who live there are happy.
6. The Chairperson is responsible for making decisions about things like building schools, hospitals, and roads, and making sure that there is enough money to pay for these things.
7. The Local Government is responsible for providing basic services such as water supply, sanitation, and waste management in the Local Government area.
8. The Local Government also works with the State government to make sure that the people in the Local Government area get the help and support they need from the State.
9. The Local Government is accountable to the people who live in the Local Government area, and should listen to their concerns and ideas about how to make the Local Government area a better place to live.
10. The Local Government is an important part of the government system because it is the government that is closest to the people, and can address the specific needs and concerns of the people who live in the Local Government area.

Evaluation

1. What is a Local Government? A) A level of government that is bigger than the State government B) A level of government that is smaller than the State government C) A level of government that is the same size as the State government
2. Who is the leader of a Local Government? A) The President B) The Governor C) The Local Government Chairperson
3. Who elects the Local Government Chairperson? A) The Governor B) The President C) The people who live in the Local Government area
4. What is the Local Government Chairperson’s job? A) To make sure that the people in the Local Government area are unhappy B) To make sure that the Local Government area is well run and that the people who live there are happy C) To make decisions about the whole country
5. What kind of decisions does the Local Government Chairperson make? A) Decisions about building schools, hospitals, and roads B) Decisions about building cars and planes C) Decisions about who can live in the Local Government area
6. What services does the Local Government provide? A) Basic services such as water supply, sanitation, and waste management in the Local Government area B) Advanced services such as space travel and time machines C) No services at all
7. Who does the Local Government work with to help the people in the Local Government area? A) The President B) The Governor C) The State government
8. Who is the Local Government accountable to? A) The President B) The Governor C) The people who live in the Local Government area
9. Why is the Local Government important? A) Because it is the government that is farthest away from the people B) Because it is the government that is closest to the people C) Because it is the government that is the same distance from the people as the State government
10. Can the Local Government address the specific needs and concerns of the people who live in the Local Government area? A) Yes B) No C) Sometimes

The name of the local government area where your school is located

1. Lagos Island Local Government is a local government area in Lagos State, Nigeria.
2. Lagos Island Local Government is located in the southern part of Lagos State.
3. Lagos Island Local Government is the smallest local government area in Lagos State in terms of land area.
4. Lagos Island Local Government is home to many important places, including the Nigerian Stock Exchange, Tafawa Balewa Square, and the Lagos City Hall.
5. Lagos Island Local Government is also home to many important markets, such as Balogun Market, Idumota Market, and Tinubu Square.
6. Lagos Island Local Government is bordered by Lagos Mainland Local Government to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south.
7. Lagos Island Local Government is one of the most densely populated areas in Lagos State, with many people living in high-rise buildings and apartments.
8. Lagos Island Local Government is an important center of commerce and tourism in Lagos State, attracting visitors from all over Nigeria and the world.
9. Lagos Island Local Government has a rich cultural heritage, with many historic landmarks, festivals, and traditions.
10. Lagos Island Local Government is an important part of Lagos State, and plays an important role in the economic, cultural, and social life of the State.

Evaluation

1. Where is Lagos Island Local Government located? A) In the northern part of Lagos State B) In the southern part of Lagos State C) In the eastern part of Lagos State
2. What is the name of the local government area where your school is located? A) Lagos Mainland Local Government B) Lagos Island Local Government C) Eti-Osa Local Government
3. Which of the following is an important market in Lagos Island Local Government? A) Sabo Market B) Balogun Market C) Agege Market
4. Which of the following is an important landmark in Lagos Island Local Government? A) Lekki Conservation Center B) Tafawa Balewa Square C) National Theatre
5. Which local government area is bordered by Lagos Island Local Government to the north? A) Eti-Osa Local Government B) Lagos Mainland Local Government C) Ikeja Local Government
6. What is the population density like in Lagos Island Local Government? A) It is sparsely populated B) It is densely populated C) It is moderately populated
7. What is the importance of Lagos Island Local Government? A) It is an unimportant part of Lagos State B) It is an important center of commerce and tourism in Lagos State C) It is an important center of agriculture in Lagos State
8. What is the name of the historic festival celebrated in Lagos Island Local Government? A) Eyo Festival B) Calabar Carnival C) Osun Osogbo Festival
9. What is the role of Lagos Island Local Government in the social life of Lagos State? A) It plays no role in the social life of Lagos State B) It plays a small role in the social life of Lagos State C) It plays an important role in the social life of Lagos State
10. Which of the following is an important cultural heritage of Lagos Island Local Government? A) Carnivals B) Parades C) Traditions and landmarks

The name of the local government chairperson

1. Tijani Adetoyese Olusi is the current local government chairperson of Lagos Island Local Government.
2. He was elected to the position in July 2021.
3. Tijani Adetoyese Olusi is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) political party.
4. He has a background in business and has worked in various industries, including telecommunications and construction.
5. Tijani Adetoyese Olusi has a vision to improve the infrastructure and economy of Lagos Island Local Government.
6. As the local government chairperson, Tijani Adetoyese Olusi is responsible for overseeing the development and administration of the local government area.
7. He works with other local government officials to provide basic amenities and services to the people of Lagos Island.
8. Tijani Adetoyese Olusi is accountable to the people of Lagos Island Local Government and is expected to carry out his duties in a transparent and accountable manner.
9. As the local government chairperson, Tijani Adetoyese Olusi represents Lagos Island Local Government in official functions and meetings.
10. Tijani Adetoyese Olusi is an important figure in the governance and development of Lagos Island Local Government, and his leadership and vision will shape the future of the area.

Evaluation

1. Who is the current local government chairperson of Lagos Island Local Government? A) Tijani Adetoyese Olusi B) Bola Ahmed Tinubu C) Babajide Sanwo-Olu
2. When was Tijani Adetoyese Olusi elected as the local government chairperson of Lagos Island? A) July 2020 B) July 2021 C) July 2022
3. Which political party is Tijani Adetoyese Olusi a member of? A) People’s Democratic Party (PDP) B) All Progressives Congress (APC) C) Labour Party (LP)
4. What is Tijani Adetoyese Olusi’s background? A) Education B) Business C) Law
5. What is Tijani Adetoyese Olusi’s vision for Lagos Island Local Government? A) To worsen the infrastructure and economy B) To maintain the current state of the area C) To improve the infrastructure and economy
6. What is Tijani Adetoyese Olusi’s responsibility as the local government chairperson? A) To oversee the development and administration of the local government area B) To represent Lagos Island Local Government in official functions and meetings C) To provide basic amenities and services to the people of Lagos Island
7. Who is Tijani Adetoyese Olusi accountable to? A) The Lagos State government B) The people of Lagos Island Local Government C) The Federal Government of Nigeria
8. What is the expected conduct of Tijani Adetoyese Olusi in carrying out his duties? A) In a secretive and dishonest manner B) In a transparent and accountable manner C) In an arbitrary and dictatorial manner
9. What is the significance of Tijani Adetoyese Olusi in the governance and development of Lagos Island Local Government? A) He plays a minor role in the governance and development of Lagos Island Local Government B) He plays an important role in the governance and development of Lagos Island Local Government C) He plays no role in the governance and development of Lagos Island Local Government
10. How will Tijani Adetoyese Olusi’s leadership and vision shape the future of Lagos Island Local Government? A) Negatively B) Positively C) No effect

Functions of the local government chairperson

1. To oversee the development and administration of the local government area.
2. To provide basic amenities and services to the people of the local government area, such as water supply, waste management, and health services.
3. To represent the local government area in official functions and meetings.
4. To collaborate with other stakeholders in the local government area to promote peace, unity, and progress.
5. To mobilize resources and funds for the execution of developmental projects and programs in the local government area.
6. To promote community development by supporting community-based projects and initiatives.
7. To ensure that the activities of the local government are transparent, accountable, and efficient.
8. To address the concerns and needs of the people of the local government area through regular consultation and engagement.
9. To liaise with the state government and other agencies to obtain support and assistance for the local government area.
10. To ensure the overall well-being and progress of the local government area and its people.

Evalaution

1. The local government chairperson oversees the __________ of the local government area. a) education b) development c) entertainment
2. The local government chairperson provides basic amenities and services such as __________ to the people. a) housing b) water supply c) clothing
3. The local government chairperson represents the local government area in __________. a) sports events b) official functions and meetings c) fashion shows
4. The local government chairperson collaborates with other stakeholders to promote __________. a) chaos b) peace and unity c) discrimination
5. The local government chairperson mobilizes resources and funds for the execution of __________ in the local government area. a) community parties b) developmental projects and programs c) movie screenings
6. The local government chairperson promotes community development by supporting __________. a) criminal activities b) community-based projects and initiatives c) destruction of public property
7. The local government chairperson ensures that the activities of the local government are __________. a) transparent, accountable, and efficient b) secretive, unaccountable, and inefficient c) dishonest, unaccountable, and inefficient
8. The local government chairperson addresses the concerns and needs of the people of the local government area through __________. a) irregular consultation and engagement b) regular consultation and engagement c) no consultation or engagement
9. The local government chairperson liaises with the state government and other agencies to obtain support and assistance for the __________. a) state government b) local government area c) federal government
10. The local government chairperson ensures the overall well-being and progress of the __________ and its people. a) federal government b) state government c) local government area

Lesson Plan Presentation

Previous Lesson

• Duties of traditional title holders

Introduction:

• Begin the lesson by asking the students if they have heard of the term “local government” before.
• Introduce the concept of local government and explain that it is a form of government that is responsible for managing and providing services in a particular area.
• Show pictures and visual aids of local government officials, including the local government chairperson.

Body:

• Ask the students to name the local government area where the school is located.
• Show pictures and visual aids of the local government area and the local government chairperson and ask the students to identify them.
• Explain that the name of the local government area is Lagos Island Local Government and the name of the local government chairperson is Tijani Adetoyese Olusi.
• Discuss the functions of the local government chairperson, including overseeing the development of the local government area, providing basic amenities and services to the people, collaborating with stakeholders, promoting community development, mobilizing resources and funds, and ensuring the overall well-being and progress of the local government area and its people.
• Use the worksheet with fill-in-the-blank questions to reinforce the understanding of the functions of the local government chairperson.

Conclusion:

• Recap the main points of the lesson, including the concept of local government, the name of the local government area, the name of the local government chairperson, and their functions.
• Encourage the students to take an interest in the activities of their local government and to participate in community development initiatives.
• End the lesson by answering any questions the students may have about the topic

Weekly Assessment/Test

1. ___________ is a form of government that is responsible for managing and providing services in a particular area. a. National government b. Local government c. State government
2. The local government area where your school is located is ___________. a. Lagos Mainland b. Lagos Island c. Ikeja
3. The name of the local government chairperson of Lagos Island is ___________. a. Tijani Adetoyese Olusi b. Jide Sanwo-Olu c. Bola Ahmed Tinubu
4. The local government chairperson is responsible for overseeing the ___________ of the local government area. a. development b. security c. transportation
5. The local government chairperson is responsible for providing ___________ to the people. a. education b. basic amenities and services c. entertainment
6. The local government chairperson works closely with ___________ to ensure the overall well-being and progress of the local government area and its people. a. federal government b. state government c. stakeholders
7. The local government chairperson is responsible for promoting ___________. a. business growth b. community development c. individualism
8. The local government chairperson is responsible for mobilizing ___________ for the development of the local government area. a. funds and resources b. personal properties c. people
9. The local government chairperson is responsible for ensuring the ___________ of the local government area and its people. a. safety and security b. entertainment c. job opportunities
10. The local government chairperson is appointed by the ___________. a. president b. governor c. minister
11. The local government chairperson is responsible for providing ___________ services to the people. a. healthcare b. entertainment c. beauty services
12. The local government chairperson is responsible for collaborating with ___________ to ensure the progress of the local government area. a. international organizations b. local businesses c. stakeholders
13. The local government chairperson is responsible for ___________ in the local government area. a. promoting gender equality b. promoting peace and unity c. promoting individualism
14. The local government chairperson is responsible for ___________ of the local government area. a. beautification b. destruction c. construction
15. The local government chairperson is responsible for ensuring the ___________ of the local government area and its people. a. economic growth b. social life c. moral values
16. The local government chairperson is responsible for ensuring that the ___________ of the people are met. a. basic needs b. luxury needs c. business needs
17. The local government chairperson is responsible for ___________ in the local government area. a. promoting sports b. promoting music c. promoting individualism
18. The local government chairperson is responsible for ensuring the ___________ of the local government area and its people. a. educational development b. entertainment c. wealth accumulation
19. The local government chairperson is responsible for ___________ in the local government area. a. promoting cultural activities b. promoting individualism c. promoting negative activities
20. The local government chairperson is responsible for ___________ in the local government area. a. promoting entrepreneurship b. promoting corruption c. promoting violence