Duties of the Local Government Chairperson for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: Third Term
Week: 9
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Nigerian History
Curriculum Theme: Political Development
Focal competence: Appreciating the duties of the Local Government Chairperson while developing a sense of leadership
Skills:

• Identification of the duties of the Local Government Chairperson

Previous Lesson: Identifying the current Local Government Chairperson
Topic: The Local Government Chairperson: Duties
Subject Matter: Duties of the Local Government Chairperson

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• State at least two duties of the Local Government Chairperson.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of the Local Government Chairperson’s role in the community.

Psychomotor Domain

• Match simple duties to given community scenarios.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Primary 1 Social Studies Textbook
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Pictures of the local government chairperson
• Map of the local government area (e.g., Abuja Municipal Area Council – AMAC)
• Pictures of the local government secretariat
• Verified local photographs, objects or oral accounts related to community services

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the role of a key leader in their immediate environment, the Local Government Chairperson. It introduces them to basic civic responsibilities and how local government services impact their daily lives. Understanding these duties fosters community awareness and a sense of belonging from a young age.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of leaders in their homes and schools, and can identify some community helpers.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

The Local Government Chairperson: Duties

Who is the Local Government Chairperson?

The Local Government Chairperson is the main leader of the Local Government Area (LGA). He or she helps to manage the affairs of the people in the LGA. For example, in Abuja, the leader of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) is the Chairperson.

Duties of the Local Government Chairperson

The Local Government Chairperson has important duties to help the community. Some of these duties include:

1. Making sure our markets are clean and safe.
2. Helping to build and fix small roads in our community.
3. Making sure health centres are working well for sick people.
4. Helping to provide clean water for people to use.
5. Working to keep our community safe.
6. Helping to build and maintain primary schools.

Community Services by Local Government

The Local Government provides many services that we see around us. These services come from the duties of the Chairperson and his team. Examples of these services include:

1. Clean markets and public spaces.
2. Good small roads in our neighbourhoods.
3. Working health clinics and dispensaries.
4. Public water taps or boreholes.
5. Primary schools for children to learn.
6. Waste collection services to keep the environment tidy.

People the Chairperson Works With

The Local Government Chairperson does not work alone. He or she works with many officers and people to carry out duties. These include:

1. Councilors (who represent different parts of the LGA).
2. Secretaries and other staff at the Local Government Secretariat.
3. Community leaders and elders.
4. Health workers and teachers.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Question and Answer, Storytelling, Matching Activity, Visual Aids.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engagement/Recall

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, asks them to recall some community helpers they know (e.g., doctors, police, teachers), and then introduces the topic by asking who they think is the leader of their local area (e.g., AMAC). The teacher shows a picture of the Local Government Chairperson.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to questions and observe the picture.

Learning Point: Introduction to local leader

Step 2: Explaining Chairperson’s Role

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Visualisation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains in simple terms who the Local Government Chairperson is and shows a map of the local government area (e.g., AMAC) and pictures of the local government secretariat. The teacher explains that the Chairperson works from the secretariat.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, observe the map and pictures, and ask simple questions.

Learning Point: Role of Chairperson

Step 3: Discussing Duties

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Illustration/Discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the duties of the Local Government Chairperson using simple, relatable examples. For instance, “The Chairperson makes sure our markets are clean, so we can buy food safely.” The teacher uses pictures to illustrate these duties.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanations and look at the pictures, identifying familiar examples.

Learning Point: Chairperson’s responsibilities

Step 4: Community Services

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Connection/Observation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher connects the Chairperson’s duties to actual community services pupils can observe. For example, “When you see a clean market, it is because the Local Government Chairperson is doing his duty.” The teacher asks pupils to mention services they see.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils mention community services they have observed and link them to the Chairperson’s duties.

Learning Point: Local government services

Step 5: Collaborators

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Naming/Relationship

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that the Chairperson works with other people to achieve these duties, such as councilors, health workers, and teachers. The teacher shows pictures of these different officers if available.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and identify the different people who work with the Chairperson.

Learning Point: Chairperson’s team

Step 6: Matching Activity

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Application

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher gives pupils simple scenarios (e.g., “Children are going to school”) and asks them to match it to a Chairperson’s duty (e.g., “Helping to build schools”). This can be done orally or with simple flashcards.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the matching activity, linking scenarios to duties.

Learning Point: Duty-scenario matching

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. Who is the leader of our Local Government Area?
2. Mention one duty of the Local Government Chairperson.
3. Name one community service provided by the Local Government.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Stating Chairperson’s duties

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes on the duties of the Local Government Chairperson into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Recording lesson notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly reminds pupils that the Local Government Chairperson works hard to make their community better and encourages them to appreciate the services provided. The teacher ends the lesson.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and acknowledge the importance of the Chairperson’s role.

Learning Point: Appreciation of leadership

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Ask your parents or guardians to tell you one more thing the Local Government Chairperson does in your community. Write it down or draw a picture of it.

1. Mention one duty of the Local Government Chairperson that helps keep our environment clean.
2. Draw a picture of a clean market or a good road in your community.

Lesson Keywords

• Chairperson – The main leader of the Local Government Area.
• Duties – The jobs or responsibilities someone has to do.
• Local Government – The government that takes care of a small area like our community.
• Community – The people living in one area or neighbourhood.
• Services – Help or work provided by the government for the people.

Differentiation

For pupils who need extra support, the teacher will use more visual aids and simple, repetitive explanations, focusing on just one or two key duties. Faster learners will be encouraged to give more examples of local services or name more people the Chairperson works with.

Suggested Lesson Videos

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Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, gather all necessary instructional materials, especially local pictures of your LGA Chairperson, secretariat, and community services. It is important to clearly explain the concept of a Local Government Chairperson using simple language and relate their duties directly to observable services within the pupils’ community. Remember to replace AMAC with your specific state and Local Government Area/Community throughout the lesson. Encourage pupils to actively participate in discussions and the matching activity. During note-taking, ensure pupils copy the Board Summary accurately. Check for understanding frequently by asking simple questions and provide positive reinforcement. For weaker learners, focus on core duties and use more visual cues. For faster learners, encourage them to think of more examples or ask more complex questions about community impact.