Leadership lessons from the office of Local Government Chairperson for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: Third Term
Week: 10
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: Duties of the Local Government Chairperson
Topic: The Local Government Chairperson: Leadership
Subject Matter: Leadership lessons from the office of Local Government Chairperson

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• Identify a leadership responsibility connected with the office of Local Government Chairperson.

Affective Domain

• Appreciate the importance of good leadership in the community.

Social Domain

• State simple ways to become a responsible leader in their environment.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Nigerian History for Primary Schools, Book 1
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Pictures of the local government chairperson (e.g., the Chairperson of Abuja Municipal Area Council – AMAC)
• Map of the local government area (e.g., a map of AMAC)
• Pictures of the local government secretariat (e.g., AMAC Secretariat building)
• Verified local photographs, objects or oral accounts related to the Chairperson’s work

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the role of leaders in their immediate community, using the Local Government Chairperson as an example. It fosters an early appreciation for civic responsibilities and encourages pupils to develop leadership qualities from a young age. Understanding these concepts helps pupils become responsible citizens.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of their community and some people who help them.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

The Local Government Chairperson: Leadership

Who is the Local Government Chairperson?

The Local Government Chairperson is an important leader in our local community. They are chosen by the people to help manage the affairs of the Local Government Area (LGA).

For example, in Abuja, we have Area Councils, and the leader is called an Area Council Chairman. The Chairperson of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) is a leader for the people in AMAC.

Responsibilities of the Local Government Chairperson

The Local Government Chairperson has many important jobs to help the community. Some of their responsibilities include:

1. Making sure our local roads are good.
2. Helping to keep our environment clean.
3. Building and maintaining local schools and health centres.
4. Ensuring there is peace and safety in the community.
5. Listening to the needs of the people and trying to solve their problems.

Good Leadership Qualities

A good leader, like the Local Government Chairperson, should have good qualities. Some of these are:

1. Being Responsible: They should take their duties seriously.
2. Being Honest: They should always tell the truth and be fair.
3. Being Caring: They should care about the people they lead.
4. Being Hardworking: They should work hard to make the community better.
5. Being a Good Listener: They should listen to what people say.

How Good Local Leadership Helps the Community

When the Local Government Chairperson is a good leader, the community benefits a lot:

1. The community becomes a better place to live.
2. People are happy and safe.
3. There are good schools and hospitals for everyone.
4. The environment is clean and healthy.

Respectful Behaviour Towards Public Offices

It is important to show respect to our leaders and the offices they hold. We can do this by:

1. Listening to them.
2. Obeying local laws.
3. Taking care of public property like schools and roads.
4. Being polite when we talk about them or to them.

Becoming a Responsible Leader

Even as a child, you can be a responsible leader. You can:

1. Be responsible for your school work.
2. Help your parents at home.
3. Be a good example to your friends.
4. Take care of your environment.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Question and Answer, Explanation, Observation, Storytelling, Role-play.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Storytelling/Questioning

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher starts by asking pupils about leaders they know (e.g., class captain, head teacher, parents). The teacher then introduces the Local Government Chairperson as an important leader in their community, showing pictures of the Chairperson and the LGA secretariat (e.g., AMAC Chairperson and AMAC Secretariat). The teacher asks, “Who is the leader of our Local Government Area?”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils mention leaders they know and try to answer the question about the Local Government Chairperson.

Learning Point: Role of Chairperson

Step 2: Identifying Chairperson’s Responsibilities

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains some simple responsibilities of the Local Government Chairperson using the pictures. For example, “The Chairperson helps to make sure our roads are good and our schools are built.” The teacher asks pupils to name one thing the Chairperson does for the community.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and identify one responsibility of the Chairperson.

Learning Point: Chairperson’s responsibilities

Step 3: Discussing Good Leadership Qualities

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Brainstorming/Explanation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks, “What makes a good leader?” and guides pupils to mention qualities like being kind, honest, and hardworking. The teacher then relates these to the Chairperson, explaining that a good Chairperson should have these qualities.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils suggest qualities of a good leader and listen to the teacher’s explanation.

Learning Point: Good leadership qualities

Step 4: Benefits of Good Leadership

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses how good leadership by the Chairperson helps the community. “When our leader is good, our community is clean, safe, and has good schools and health centres.” The teacher asks, “How does a good leader help us?”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share ideas on how good leadership benefits them and the community.

Learning Point: Benefits of good leadership

Step 5: Showing Respect to Leaders and Offices

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Role-play

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains why it’s important to respect leaders and public offices. The teacher may demonstrate simple respectful behaviours, like listening quietly or speaking politely. The teacher asks, “How can we show respect to our leaders?”

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the demonstration and suggest ways to show respect.

Learning Point: Showing respect to leaders

Step 6: Becoming a Responsible Leader (Pupils’ Role)

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Application/Activity

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses how pupils can be leaders in their own small ways, such as being responsible for their books, helping at home, or being kind to friends. The teacher asks pupils to state one leadership lesson they learned from the topic (Activity 2).

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils state one way they can be a responsible leader and share a leadership lesson learned.

Learning Point: Becoming a responsible leader

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 responsibility of the Local Government Chairperson.
3. Name one good quality a leader should have.
4. State one way you can be a responsible leader.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Leadership roles and qualities

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 about the Local Government Chairperson’s role and responsibilities into their notebooks.

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

Learning Point: Copying leadership notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reminds pupils that good leaders make our communities better and encourages them to always be responsible in their own activities. The teacher thanks them for their participation.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and respond to the teacher.

Learning Point: Importance of good leadership

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Answer the following questions in your notebook:

1. Draw a picture of your Local Government Chairperson or the Local Government Secretariat.
2. Write down two things a good leader does for the community.
3. Mention one way you can be a good leader at home or in school.

Lesson Keywords

• Chairperson – The main leader of a local government area.
• Leader – A person who guides or directs others.
• Responsibility – A duty or task that you are required or expected to do.
• Community – The people living in one particular area or town.
• Respect – To show honour or high regard for someone or something.

Differentiation

For struggling learners: Provide simplified pictures and use more direct questions. Pair them with faster learners for support during discussions. Focus on identifying just one responsibility and one good quality.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to mention more responsibilities of the Chairperson or suggest more ways they can show leadership in different situations. They can also draw and label more details in their homework.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further understanding, teachers can search YouTube for:
Local Government Chairperson for kids Nigeria Primary 1

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, gather relevant pictures of your specific Local Government Chairperson, the LGA secretariat, and perhaps a simple map of your LGA. This will make the lesson concrete and relatable for Primary 1 pupils. Begin by engaging pupils with familiar examples of leadership before introducing the Local Government Chairperson. Discuss their responsibilities and the qualities of a good leader, linking these to how good leadership benefits the community. Emphasize respectful civic behaviour and encourage pupils to see themselves as responsible leaders in their own small ways. Guide pupils to copy the Board Summary notes during Step 8. Ensure you check for understanding throughout the lesson, especially during the evaluation, and provide support for weaker learners while challenging faster ones to think more deeply about leadership roles.