Heroes in Ancient Lagos History Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Subject: History

Class: Primary 2

Term: Second Term

Week: 10

Topic: Heroes in Lagos State

Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should be able to recall some information about Lagos State and its heroes.

Key Words: Heroes, Lagos State, businessman, warrior, king, nationalist, musician, activist, human rights.

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students should be able to identify at least three heroes from Lagos State.
• Students should be able to describe one notable achievement or quality of each hero.

Embedded Core Skills: Reading, comprehension, critical thinking, social studies.

Learning Materials:

• Pictures or drawings of heroes in Lagos State
• Chalkboard/whiteboard and markers
• Worksheets or handouts
• History textbook for Primary 2

Content

Heroes in Lagos State

1. Candido Da Rocha: He was a Nigerian businessman, landowner and creditor who owned Water House on Kakawa Street, Lagos Island, Lagos, and was the proprietor of the now defunct Bonanza Hotel in Lagos. He held the chieftaincy title of the Lodifi of Ilesa.

2. Ogunfunmnire: Ogunfunminire settled at and founded Iseri and made the place his base for further hunting expedition.The founder became the 1st Oba of Isheri bearing his Father’s name OLOFIN as his title (hence the Olofin of Isheri).
3. Oshodi Tapa: He was a legendary warrior known for his strength and courage in battles. Landuji Oshodi, known as Oshodi Tapa, was a powerful chief and war minister of King Kosoko of Lagos.
4. Oba Eshilokun: He was a great king who brought peace and prosperity to Lagos during his reign. Eshilokun was the Oba of Lagos from 1780 to 1819. Eshilokun became king following the expulsion of Oba Adele Ajosun, who was accused of negligence in the keeping of cultural sanctity. Like his Great Uncle’s, his reign was uneventful, and he also had to grapple with his brother, Adele who attempted to regain the seat of authority. Eshilokun’s two sons, Idewu Ojulari and Kosoko successively became kings after him.
5. Herbert Macaulay: He was a Nigerian nationalist and political leader who fought for independence and democracy.Olayinka Herbert Samuel Heelas Badmus Macaulay was a Nigerian nationalist, politician, surveyor, engineer, architect, journalist, and musician and is considered by many Nigerians as the founder of Nigerian nationalism. Though from a family of devout Anglicans, Macaulay embraced indigenous African religious traditions, was superstitious, and dabbled in the practice of magic.
6. Fela Kuti: He was a famous musician and activist who used his music to speak out against corruption and oppression.Fela Aníkúlápó Kútì, also famously known as Abàmì Ẹ̀dá, was a Nigerian musician, bandleader, composer, political activist, and Pan-Africanist. He is regarded as the King of Afrobeat, a Nigerian music genre that combines West African music with American funk and jazz
7. Chief Gani Fawehinmi: He was a fearless human rights activist and lawyer who fought against injustice. He was a Nigerian author, publisher, philanthropist, social critic, human and civil rights lawyer, and politician. He held the chieftaincy title of the Lamofin of Ondo. He was already in referred to as the peoples lawyer

These heroes in ancient Lagos were admired for their bravery, wisdom, and contributions to their communities.

Evaluation

1. Candido Da Rocha was known for his role as a Nigerian _________. a) chef b) businessman c) doctor d) teacher
2. Ogunfunminire settled at and founded _________. a) Isheri b) Lekki c) Ajah d) Victoria Island
3. Oshodi Tapa was a legendary _________ known for his strength and courage. a) warrior b) musician c) farmer d) artist
4. Oba Eshilokun brought _________ and prosperity to Lagos during his reign. a) war b) peace c) chaos d) famine
5. Herbert Macaulay was a Nigerian nationalist and political _________. a) leader b) musician c) artist d) scientist
6. Fela Kuti used his music to speak out against _________ and oppression. a) love b) corruption c) happiness d) success
7. Chief Gani Fawehinmi was a fearless human rights _________ and lawyer. a) activist b) doctor c) musician d) chef
8. Candido Da Rocha was a successful _________ who owned Water House. a) doctor b) businessman c) teacher d) farmer
9. Ogunfunminire settled and founded the town of _________. a) Isheri b) Lekki c) Ajah d) Victoria Island
10. Oshodi Tapa was known for his bravery as a _________. a) musician b) warrior c) farmer d) artist
11. Oba Eshilokun brought _________ and prosperity during his reign as king. a) war b) peace c) chaos d) famine
12. Herbert Macaulay fought for _________ and democracy. a) peace b) independence c) corruption d) oppression
13. Fela Kuti used his music to speak out against corruption and _________. a) love b) happiness c) success d) oppression
14. Chief Gani Fawehinmi was a fearless human rights activist and _________. a) doctor b) lawyer c) musician d) chef
15. Candido Da Rocha was admired for his role as a successful _________. a) doctor b) businessman c) teacher d) farmer

Presentation

1. Revision of Previous Topic (5 minutes):
   • The teacher revises the previous topic, which was about male heroes in ancient Lagos.
   • The teacher asks students to recall some key male heroes they learned about.
2. Introduction of the New Topic (5 minutes):
   • The teacher introduces the new topic, which is about heroes in Lagos State.
   • The teacher explains that heroes are people who are admired for their bravery, wisdom, and contributions to their communities.
3. Teacher’s Activities (15 minutes):
   • The teacher shows pictures or drawings of heroes in Lagos State.
   • The teacher describes each hero, highlighting one notable achievement or quality.
   • The teacher writes down key information on the chalkboard/whiteboard.
4. Learners Activities (15 minutes):
   • Students listen to the teacher’s description of each hero.
   • Students take turns sharing what they know or have learned about each hero.
   • Students ask questions if they don’t understand.
5. Assessment (5 minutes):
   • The teacher assesses students’ understanding by asking questions such as:
     • “Can you name a hero from Lagos State?”
     • “What was one brave thing he did?”
   • The teacher observes students’ participation and engagement during the lesson.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Can you name a hero from Lagos State?
2. What was one brave thing he did?
3. Why are heroes admired?
4. How do heroes help their communities?
5. Can you describe one quality of a hero?
6. How do heroes show bravery?
7. What can we learn from heroes?
8. Who is your favorite hero, and why?
9. What do you know about Lagos State?
10. How do you think heroes are remembered in history?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes round to mark and assess students’ understanding of the topic.
• The teacher provides feedback and reinforcement where necessary.
• The teacher encourages students to continue learning about the heroes of Lagos State and to be heroes in their own lives.