Class: Primary Four
Term: First Term
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson: Meaning, Reasons, Names and Number of States Created in 1967 in State Creation in Nigeria
Topic: State Creation in Nigeria
Content/Learning Area: What is State Creation?, Name Of The Head Of State And Governors In 1967
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. Identify the head of state in 1967.
2. Name the governors of states created in 1967.3. Explain the reasons behind state creation.

Affective domain:

1. Show interest in learning about Nigerian history.2.Appreciate the meaning of state creation.

Psychomotor Domain:

1. Actively participate in class discussions.
2. Take notes on key facts.

Social Domain:

1. Work collaboratively with peers.
2. Respect diverse opinions during discussions.

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
NAPPS National unified Scheme of Work
online Information
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use a whiteboard or chart paper, markers, and relevant textbooks.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding state creation is crucial for comprehending nigeria’s political growth and its impact on governance and regional progress. This lesson provides a foundation for future learning about Nigeria’s political landscape.

Prerequisite/Previous knowledge

the teacher will begin by asking pupils what they know about Nigeria’s history and then introduce the topic of state creation, sparking curiosity by showing a map of Nigeria.

Lesson Content

What is State Creation?

State creation is the process of dividing a country into smaller units called states. This is done to improve governance, promote regional development, address cultural differences, and ensure better representation.

Name Of The Head Of State And Governors in 1967

In 1967, General Yakubu Gowon was Nigeria’s Head of State. Several new states where created, each with a governor.

Head of State in 1967

General Yakubu Gowon led Nigeria in 1967 during the significant state creation.

Governors of States Created in 1967

The governors played crucial roles in administering the newly created states. They are:

East-Central State: Governor ukpabi Asika (Later became Imo and Anambra States)
North-Central State: Governor Abba Kyari
south-Eastern State: Governor Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu (Later became Cross River and akwa Ibom States)
North-western State: Governor usman Faruk
South-Western State: Governor Francis Adekunle Fajuyi (Later became Oyo, Ogun, and Ondo states)
Kano State: Audu Bako
Benue-Plateau State: Joseph Gomwalk

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and Answer, Storytelling.

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils what they know about Nigeria’s history and introduce the topic of state creation.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to teacher’s questions and listen attentively.

Step 2: Explanation of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explain the concept of state creation and its reasons.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and take notes.

Step 3: discussion on State Creation in 1967

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Discuss the creation of states in 1967, naming the head of state and governors.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in discussions and ask questions.

Step 4: independent Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils in answering questions related to the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions individually or in groups.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes and review the key points.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: ask evaluation questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer evaluation questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify the head of state in 1967.
Name the governors of states created in 1967.
Explain the reasons behind state creation.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Review the key points and assign a short research task on a specific state created in 1967.Pupils’ Activity: Listen to the summary and note the assignment.

Lesson Keywords

State Creation – The process of dividing a country into smaller administrative units.
Governor – The chief executive of a state.
Head of State – The leader of a country.
Yakubu Gowon – Nigeria’s head of state in 1967.
Regional Development – Improving the economic and social conditions of a specific area.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

who was the head of state in Nigeria in 1967?
Name at least three governors of states created in 1967.
Why was the creation of states in 1967 significant?
what are some possible benefits of creating states?

assignment/Homework

Research and write a short paragraph about one of the states created in 1967, including its current status and major developments.
List the current governors of the states that were created from the former Western Region.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
for advanced learners: Encourage further research on the topic.
For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for teachers

Ensure to use visual aids such as maps and pictures to enhance understanding. Encourage active participation by all pupils and provide additional support to those who need it.