Military Rule in Nigeria: Buhari/Idiagbon (1983-1985) History Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Lesson Plan: History Primary 6 First Term, Week 10

Subject: History
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 10
Age: 10-11 years
Topic: Military Rule in Nigeria: Buhari/Idiagbon (1983-1985)
Sub-topic: Understanding the Buhari/Idiagbon Regime
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Name the military Head of State and identify the major actors of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.
2. Explain why the Buhari/Idiagbon regime took over power from Alhaji Shehu Shagari.
3. List the achievements of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.
4. Relate the weaknesses of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.

Keywords

• Buhari/Idiagbon Regime
• Military Rule
• Achievements
• Weaknesses
• Takeover

Set Induction

The teacher will begin by asking pupils what they know about the military leaders and their impact on Nigeria’s governance.

Entry Behavior

Pupils have prior knowledge of previous military regimes and some awareness of major political figures.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of General Muhammadu Buhari and General Tunde Idiagbon
• Timeline chart of Nigerian military regimes
• Lagos State Scheme of Work

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The lesson will connect to earlier discussions about Nigeria’s military history, focusing on the transition from the Murtala/Obasanjo regime to Buhari/Idiagbon.

Embedded Core Skills

• Historical analysis
• Understanding of political transitions
• Critical thinking and explanation skills

Instructional Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts with information on the Buhari/Idiagbon regime
• Projector (optional)

Content

1. Military Head of State and Major Actors

• General Muhammadu Buhari: Head of State.
• General Tunde Idiagbon: Chief of Staff.

2. Reasons for the Takeover from Alhaji Shehu Shagari

• Corruption: Widespread corruption in Shagari’s administration.
• Economic Mismanagement: Poor handling of the economy.
• Political Instability: Increased political instability and inefficiency.

3. Achievements of the Buhari/Idiagbon Regime

• Anti-Corruption Campaign: Efforts to fight corruption.
• Economic Reforms: Implementation of economic reforms.
• Public Discipline: Measures to restore public order and discipline.

4. Weaknesses of the Buhari/Idiagbon Regime

• Human Rights Issues: Concerns over human rights violations.
• Economic Hardships: Economic policies leading to hardships for citizens.
• Political Oppression: Restrictions on political freedom and opposition.

Evaluation (15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options)

1. The Head of State during the Buhari/Idiagbon regime was General ______.
   a) Gowon
   b) Buhari
   c) Obasanjo
   d) Abacha
2. General Tunde Idiagbon was the Chief of ______ in the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.
   a) Army
   b) Police
   c) Staff
   d) Navy
3. The Buhari/Idiagbon regime took over from Alhaji Shehu Shagari due to widespread ______.
   a) Stability
   b) Corruption
   c) Peace
   d) Prosperity
4. One achievement of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime was the anti-______ campaign.
   a) Corruption
   b) Crime
   c) Terrorism
   d) Inflation
5. The regime faced criticism for human rights ______.
   a) Improvements
   b) Violations
   c) Support
   d) Reforms
6. Economic reforms under Buhari/Idiagbon were aimed at addressing economic ______.
   a) Growth
   b) Stability
   c) Hardships
   d) Development
7. The Buhari/Idiagbon regime’s takeover was partly due to economic ______.
   a) Prosperity
   b) Mismanagement
   c) Growth
   d) Equality
8. A weakness of the regime was political ______ and restrictions on opposition.
   a) Freedom
   b) Support
   c) Oppression
   d) Harmony
9. The regime’s anti-corruption campaign aimed to restore public ______.
   a) Happiness
   b) Disorder
   c) Order
   d) Confusion
10. Buhari/Idiagbon’s regime was criticized for causing economic ______ for citizens.
    a) Prosperity
    b) Hardships
    c) Equality
    d) Success
11. The major actors in the Buhari/Idiagbon regime were Buhari and ______.
    a) Shagari
    b) Idiagbon
    c) Obasanjo
    d) Gowon
12. One reason for the takeover was the increasing ______ instability.
    a) Political
    b) Economic
    c) Social
    d) Cultural
13. The Buhari/Idiagbon regime faced challenges with ______ rights.
    a) Economic
    b) Social
    c) Human
    d) Political
14. The regime attempted to implement ______ reforms.
    a) Social
    b) Economic
    c) Military
    d) Educational
15. Political ______ was a notable weakness of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.
    a) Freedom
    b) Oppression
    c) Reforms
    d) Support

Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQ with Answers)

1. Who was the Head of State during the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
   General Muhammadu Buhari.
2. What was one major reason for the regime’s takeover from Alhaji Shehu Shagari?
   Widespread corruption and economic mismanagement.
3. What were some achievements of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
   Anti-corruption campaign, economic reforms, and public discipline.
4. What were the weaknesses of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
   Human rights issues, economic hardships, and political oppression.
5. How did the regime address corruption?
   Through a strong anti-corruption campaign.
6. What were some economic challenges faced by the regime?
   Economic policies leading to hardships for citizens.
7. What was the role of General Tunde Idiagbon in the regime?
   He served as the Chief of Staff.
8. How did the regime impact political freedom?
   It imposed restrictions on political freedom and opposition.
9. What economic reforms were implemented by the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
   Measures aimed at stabilizing and improving the economy.
10. What were some human rights concerns during the regime?
    Issues related to restrictions on personal freedoms and political dissent.
11. How did the Buhari/Idiagbon regime attempt to restore public order?
    By implementing measures to improve public discipline.
12. What was the significance of the anti-corruption campaign?
    It aimed to reduce corruption and improve governance.
13. Why did the Buhari/Idiagbon regime face criticism?
    Due to human rights violations and economic difficulties.
14. What was the impact of the regime’s economic policies on the population?
    They led to economic hardships for many citizens.
15. What was the legacy of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
    It was marked by efforts to fight corruption and restore public order, but also faced significant criticisms.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises previous discussions on military regimes and introduces the Buhari/Idiagbon era.
Step 2: The teacher explains the reasons for the regime’s takeover, its achievements, and weaknesses.
Step 3: Pupils contribute their thoughts and ask questions about the regime, with the teacher providing feedback and clarifications.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the emergence, achievements, and weaknesses of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.
• Facilitate discussion and answer questions.
• Review and assess pupils’ understanding through their responses.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen to the teacher’s explanations and take notes.
• Participate in discussions and complete the fill-in-the-blank questions and class activity discussion.

Assessment

• Evaluate pupils’ understanding through their responses to the evaluation questions and participation in class activities.

Evaluation Questions (10 Short Answer Questions)

1. What were the main reasons for the Buhari/Idiagbon regime’s takeover?
2. Who were the major actors in the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
3. Name one achievement of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime.
4. What were the weaknesses of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?
5. How did the regime address corruption?
6. What economic challenges did the Buhari/Idiagbon regime face?
7. How did the regime impact political freedom?
8. What was General Tunde Idiagbon’s role in the regime?
9. What was the impact of the regime’s policies on the population?
10. What was the legacy of the Buhari/Idiagbon regime?

Conclusion

The teacher will summarize the key points about the Buhari/Idiagbon regime, mark pupils’ work, and provide feedback to reinforce their understanding of the lesson.