Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties Social Studies Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 10
Social Studies Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 10
Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 4
Term: Third Term
Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties
Subject
Social Studies
Class
Primary 4
Term
Third Term
Week
10
Topic
Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties
Sub-topic
Defining security, identifying security agents in Nigeria, and understanding their duties.
Duration
40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define security.
- Mention at least four security agents in Nigeria.
- State the primary duties of these security agencies.
Key Words
- Security
- Agents
- Duties
- Nigeria
- Protect
Entry Behaviour
Pupils are familiar with basic safety rules and some local authorities.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Pictures of different security agents
- Flashcards with names of security agencies
- Chart showing the duties of each security agency
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge
Ask pupils if they have ever seen a police officer or any other security agent and what they think these people do.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Observation
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Textbook: “Social Studies for Primary Schools”
Instructional Materials
- Pictures and flashcards
- Whiteboard and markers
Content
- Define Security: Security means being safe from danger or harm.
- Security Agents in Nigeria: Police, Army, Navy, Air Force, Civil Defence Corps.
- Duties of Security Agencies:
- Police: Maintain law and order, prevent crime, protect citizens.
- Army: Protect the country from external threats, help during disasters.
- Navy: Protect Nigeria’s waters, stop illegal activities like smuggling.
- Air Force: Protect the airspace, conduct aerial surveillance.
- Civil Defence Corps: Help during emergencies, protect people and properties.
Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties
1. Define Security
- Security means being safe and protected from danger or harm. It helps keep people and places safe.
2. Mention Security Agents in Nigeria
- Police: They maintain law and order 🕵️♂️.
- Army: They protect the country from external threats 🪖.
- Navy: They safeguard the country’s waters 🚢.
- Air Force: They protect the airspace with aircraft ✈️.
- Civil Defence Corps: They protect and rescue people in emergencies 🚒.
- Road Safety Corps: They ensure safety on the roads 🚓.
3. Mention the Duties of Security Agencies
- Police:
- Enforce laws and catch criminals.
- Keep peace during public events.
- Help in emergencies.
- Army:
- Defend the country from external attacks.
- Assist in disaster relief.
- Participate in peacekeeping missions.
- Navy:
- Patrol and protect the seas.
- Stop illegal activities like smuggling.
- Rescue people in distress at sea.
- Air Force:
- Defend the airspace.
- Conduct aerial surveillance.
- Provide support during natural disasters.
- Civil Defence Corps:
- Protect people during emergencies.
- Educate the public on safety.
- Help in disaster management.
- Road Safety Corps:
- Ensure road safety and traffic rules.
- Rescue and assist in road accidents.
- Educate drivers on safe driving.
Evaluation Questions
- Security means being ______ from danger or harm.
- a) Far
- b) Safe
- c) Close
- d) Away
- The Nigerian Police ______ law and order.
- a) Break
- b) Ignore
- c) Maintain
- d) Discuss
- The ______ protects Nigeria’s borders from external threats.
- a) Navy
- b) Police
- c) Army
- d) Air Force
- The ______ safeguards Nigeria’s waters.
- a) Navy
- b) Army
- c) Police
- d) Civil Defence Corps
- The ______ ensures road safety and traffic rules.
- a) Air Force
- b) Navy
- c) Road Safety Corps
- d) Army
- The ______ protects the airspace with aircraft.
- a) Army
- b) Air Force
- c) Navy
- d) Police
- The Nigerian Police help during ______.
- a) Cooking
- b) Emergencies
- c) Shopping
- d) Sleeping
- The Nigerian Army assists in ______ relief.
- a) Fashion
- b) Disaster
- c) Holiday
- d) Music
- The Nigerian Navy stops illegal activities like ______.
- a) Swimming
- b) Dancing
- c) Smuggling
- d) Reading
- The Air Force conducts ______ surveillance.
- a) Land
- b) Water
- c) Aerial
- d) Underground
- The Civil Defence Corps protects people during ______.
- a) Parties
- b) Emergencies
- c) Movies
- d) Games
- The Road Safety Corps educates drivers on ______ driving.
- a) Fast
- b) Dangerous
- c) Safe
- d) Funny
- The Army participates in ______ missions.
- a) Peacekeeping
- b) Shopping
- c) Running
- d) Cooking
- The Navy rescues people in distress at ______.
- a) Home
- b) Sea
- c) Market
- d) School
- The Civil Defence Corps helps in ______ management.
- a) Money
- b) Disaster
- c) Food
- d) Car
Class Activity Discussion on Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties
- What is security?
- Security means being safe from danger or harm.
- Who are security agents in Nigeria?
- Security agents in Nigeria include the Police, Army, Navy, Air Force, and Civil Defence Corps.
- What does the Nigerian Police do?
- The Nigerian Police maintain law and order, prevent crime, and protect citizens.
- What is the role of the Nigerian Army?
- The Nigerian Army protects the country from external threats and helps during disasters.
- What does the Nigerian Navy do?
- The Nigerian Navy protects Nigeria’s waters and stops illegal activities like smuggling.
- What is the duty of the Nigerian Air Force?
- The Nigerian Air Force protects the airspace and conducts aerial surveillance.
- What is the role of the Civil Defence Corps?
- The Civil Defence Corps helps during emergencies and protects people and properties.
- What does the Road Safety Corps do?
- The Road Safety Corps ensures road safety, educates drivers, and enforces traffic rules.
- Why is security important?
- Security is important to keep people safe and protect properties.
- How can we help security agents?
- We can help by following laws, reporting crimes, and cooperating during emergencies.
- What should we do in an emergency?
- In an emergency, call the emergency hotline (767) and follow instructions from security agents.
- Who do we call if there’s a crime?
- Call the Nigerian Police if there’s a crime.
- Who protects Nigeria’s borders?
- The Nigerian Army protects the country’s borders from external threats.
- Who helps during a flood?
- The Nigerian Army and Civil Defence Corps help during floods and other disasters.
- Why do we need the Road Safety Corps?
- We need the Road Safety Corps to ensure our roads are safe and to reduce accidents
Presentation
Step 1: Revision (5 minutes) The teacher revises the previous topic on “Road Safety”. Ask pupils to recall and list the different road safety rules they have learned.
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Step 2: Introduction of New Topic (5 minutes) The teacher introduces the new topic, “Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties”, by showing pictures of different security agents and asking pupils if they recognize them.
Step 3: Explanation and Interaction (10 minutes)
- Define security and explain its importance.
- Introduce the different security agents in Nigeria using flashcards.
- Describe the primary duties of each security agency with examples.
Step 4: Pupils’ Contributions (10 minutes) Allow pupils to share any experiences they or their families have had with security agents. Correct and guide their understanding where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities
- Show pictures and flashcards.
- Explain the duties of each security agency.
- Encourage pupils to participate and share experiences.
Learners’ Activities
- Look at the pictures and flashcards.
- Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
- Share their own experiences with security agents.
Assessment
- Define security.
- Mention four security agents in Nigeria.
- State one primary duty of the Nigerian Police.
- State one primary duty of the Nigerian Army.
- State one primary duty of the Nigerian Navy.
- State one primary duty of the Nigerian Air Force.
- State one primary duty of the Civil Defence Corps.
Evaluation Questions
- What does security mean?
- Name a security agent in Nigeria.
- What is the primary duty of the Police?
- Who protects Nigeria from external threats?
- Which agency protects Nigeria’s waters?
- What does the Air Force do?
- Who helps during emergencies?
- Why is security important?
- Name another security agent in Nigeria.
- How can we help security agents?
Conclusion
The teacher goes around to mark pupils’ work and provide feedback. Recap the importance of security and the role of different security agencies. Remind pupils of the emergency hotline (767) and the importance of reporting crimes and emergencies.