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Constitutional Development in Nigeria British Rule in Nigeria History Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Week: Week 8

Class: Primary 5

Subject: History

Topic: Constitutional Development in Nigeria – British Rule and Nigeria’s Independence

Duration: 45 minutes

Introduction: (5 minutes)

  • Begin by discussing the importance of rules and organization in any group, such as a school or a country.
  • Introduce the topic of constitutions and their significance.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Define what a constitution is and why it is important.
  2. Understand the key British constitutional reforms in Nigeria during the colonial period.
  3. Explore the reasons for introducing these reforms and their effects on Nigeria’s path to independence.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Historical awareness
  • Critical thinking
  • Understanding the impact of historical events

Reference Materials:

  • Visual aids (maps of Nigeria, images of historical figures)
  • Copies of key constitutional reforms and their significance

Instructional Materials:

  • A projector for displaying images and texts
  • Historical documents related to the constitutional reforms

Previous Knowledge: Students should have a basic understanding of Nigeria’s colonial history and British rule.

Content:

Meaning of a Constitution:

  • A constitution is like a set of rules that a country or organization follows to govern itself.
  • It tells how the government works, what laws are made, and what rights and duties people have.
  • It’s like a big guidebook for running a country or an organization.

Various British Constitutional Reforms in Nigeria:

  1. Nigeria Council 1914: This was a step towards giving Nigerians a say in their governance. The council had Nigerian representatives, but the British still had the final say.
  2. Lord Lugard: Lord Lugard was a British colonial administrator who ruled Nigeria. He introduced the concept of indirect rule, where traditional leaders were used to control the people.
  3. Hugh Clifford 1922: Hugh Clifford, another British administrator, allowed for the elective principle. Nigerians could now vote for some positions, but British officials still had more power.
  4. Arthur C. Richards 1946: This reform introduced regionalism, dividing Nigeria into regions, each with its government. It gave Nigerians more control over local matters.

Reasons for the Introduction and Effects of These Constitutions on Nigeria’s Gradual Independence:

  • The British introduced these reforms to address demands for more participation and to maintain control while granting limited self-governance.
  • These reforms allowed Nigerians to be more involved in their government, paving the way for self-rule.
  • However, the British still had significant influence and power in these systems.

These constitutional reforms were steps towards Nigeria gaining more independence, but they also reflected the balance of power between Nigerians and the British. 📜🇳🇬🏛️

Presentation: (30 minutes)

Step 1: Introduction to Constitutions (5 minutes)

  • Explain what a constitution is: a set of rules and principles that a country follows to govern itself.
  • Emphasize the importance of having a constitution for order and organization.

Step 2: British Constitutional Reforms (10 minutes)

  • Discuss the various British constitutional reforms in Nigeria, including the Nigeria Council 1914, Lord Lugard’s indirect rule, Hugh Clifford’s elective principle, and Arthur C. Richards’ regionalism.
  • Highlight the significance of each reform in the colonial context.

Step 3: Reasons and Effects (15 minutes)

  • Explore the reasons for introducing these reforms, such as addressing demands for participation and control.
  • Discuss the effects of these reforms on Nigeria’s gradual journey towards independence.
  • Encourage students to think critically about the impact of each reform.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Explain the concepts and historical events.
  • Engage in class discussions and provide context for understanding.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Listen, observe, and participate in discussions.
  • Share their thoughts and opinions about the reforms and their significance.

Assessment: (5 minutes)

  • Ask students to share one significant effect of the British constitutional reforms on Nigeria’s path to independence.
  • Review their responses and provide feedback.

Conclusion: (5 minutes)

  • Summarize the key points from the lesson and emphasize the importance of understanding Nigeria’s constitutional development in history.

Evaluation

  1. A constitution is like a set of rules that a country or organization follows to __________ itself. a) manage b) govern c) trade d) educate
  2. The Nigeria Council in ________ aimed to include Nigerians in governance. a) 1914 b) 1922 c) 1946 d) 1950
  3. Lord Lugard introduced the concept of ________ rule in Nigeria. a) indirect b) direct c) quick d) strong
  4. Hugh Clifford allowed the ________ principle, allowing Nigerians to vote for some positions. a) elected b) elective c) selected d) appointed
  5. Arthur C. Richards introduced ________ in Nigeria, dividing the country into regions. a) nationalism b) colonialism c) regionalism d) socialism
  6. The British introduced these reforms to address demands for more __________. a) taxes b) control c) participation d) religion
  7. The Nigeria Council aimed to give Nigerians more ________ in their governance. a) say b) land c) money d) cars
  8. Lord Lugard’s rule relied on ________ leaders to control the people. a) traditional b) foreign c) young d) military
  9. The elective principle allowed Nigerians to ________ for some positions. a) dance b) vote c) sing d) sleep
  10. Arthur C. Richards’ regionalism gave Nigerians more control over ________ matters. a) local b) global c) national d) international
  11. These constitutional reforms were steps towards Nigeria gaining more ________. a) poverty b) knowledge c) dependence d) independence
  12. The British still had significant influence and power in these ________ systems. a) democratic b) colonial c) federal d) independent
  13. The elective principle allowed Nigerians to ________ for some government positions. a) dance b) sing c) vote d) cook
  14. The introduction of regionalism divided Nigeria into ________. a) cities b) states c) countries d) regions
  15. Lord Lugard’s indirect rule meant using ________ leaders to govern. a) traditional b) foreign c) young d) religious

This lesson plan is designed to provide students with an overview of constitutional development in Nigeria during the colonial period and how it contributed to the country’s eventual independence. 📜🇳🇬🏛️

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