Class: Primary 3
Term: 1st Term
Week: 2
Age: 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme: History
Previous Lesson: Nigeria People, The Anang, Bura, Egun (Primary 3)
Topic: Nigeria People: Efik, Ibibio, Fulani
Content/Learning Area: Some of the Nigeria people: Efik, Ibibio, Fulani………

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify the Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani people of Nigeria.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the cultural diversity of Nigeria.
Psychomotor Domain: Draw simple cultural symbols associated with Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani.
Social Domain: Work together in groups to discuss the lives of the three ethnic groups.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information from: Wikipedia – Fulani people
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures and charts of Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani people
Maps of Nigeria showing the regions of the tribes
Audio-visual clips of cultural dances and music
Traditional items like beads, headwear, and calabash
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the diversity of Nigerian people and their cultural heritage.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know that Nigeria is made up of many people with different languages and cultures.

Lesson Content

Nigeria People: Efik, Ibibio, Fulani

Nigeria is a big country with many groups of people. The Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani are some of them. Each group has its own language, food, and way of life.

The Efik People

The Efik people live mostly in Cross River State. They are known for fishing and trading. They also have a popular dish called “Edikang Ikong soup.”

The following are features of the Efik:

They live in Cross River State
They are traders and fishermen
They have rich traditional festivals
They speak the Efik language

The Ibibio People

The Ibibio people live mainly in Akwa Ibom State. They are one of the oldest tribes in Nigeria. They are known for their farming and respect for elders.

The following are features of the Ibibio:

They live in Akwa Ibom State
They are farmers and craftsmen
They respect their elders highly
They speak the Ibibio language

The Fulani People

The Fulani people live in many parts of Nigeria, especially in the north. They move with their cattle from place to place. They are also known for their Fulani hats and colorful dresses.

The following are features of the Fulani:

They live mostly in northern Nigeria
They are cattle rearers and herdsmen
They travel from place to place
They speak the Fulfulde language

Teaching Methods

Discussion, Lecture, Storytelling, Explanation, Visual Aids, Group Work

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher asks pupils what they know about Nigerian tribes and shows pictures of Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani people.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond and observe pictures.
Learning Point: Pupils recall and get interested in the lesson.

Step 2: The Efik People

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation, Storytelling
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher explains where the Efik people live, what they do, and their culture with pictures and examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and repeat key facts.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about the Efik people.

Step 3: The Ibibio People

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation, Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher teaches about Ibibio people, their location, language, and values.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and share what they know.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the Ibibio culture.

Step 4: The Fulani People

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Storytelling, Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher describes the Fulani people, their lifestyle, and culture, showing maps and cultural items.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe, listen, and take part in discussion.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about Fulani people.

Step 5: Note Taking

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher writes main points on the board for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy into their notes.
Learning Point: Pupils have correct notes on Efik, Ibibio, Fulani.

Step 6: Evaluation

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher asks pupils to answer questions from the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to questions.
Learning Point: Teacher checks understanding.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify the Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani people of Nigeria.
Draw simple cultural symbols associated with Efik, Ibibio, and Fulani.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 4 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional, Cognitive, Social Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher summarizes the lesson, praises pupils’ efforts, and links to next lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask questions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the importance of different Nigerian people.

Home Task: Write a short, evidence-based paragraph about one safe and relevant example of Nigeria People: Efik, Ibibio, Fulani.

Lesson Keywords

Efik: A people who live in Cross River State
Ibibio: A people who live in Akwa Ibom State
Fulani: A people who are cattle rearers in northern Nigeria
Culture: The way of life of a people
Language: A way people speak and understand each other

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Who are the Efik people?
Where do the Ibibio people live?
What are the Fulani people known for?
Mention one language spoken by each of the three groups.
State one job done by the Efik people.
Draw and label a simple picture of a Fulani hat.

Differentiation

The teacher will support slower learners with repetition and pictures, while faster learners will be asked to explain or draw cultural symbols.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Use real-life examples, maps, and stories to make the lesson lively. Encourage pupils to share what they know about these tribes.