Period Of Civil Rule In Nigeria 1960-1966 for Primary 6

Class: Primary Six
Term: First Term
subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
previous Lesson: Meaning Of Civil Rule and Period of Civil Rule in Nigeria
Topic: Period Of Civil Rule In Nigeria 1960-1966
Content/learning Area: Period Of Civil Rule In Nigeria 1960-1966
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

1. Identify the major leaders and achievements during Nigeria’s civil rule from 1960–1966.

• Affective domain:

1. Appreciate the meaning of leadership during Nigeria’s civil rule.

• Psychomotor Domain:

1. Create a simple timeline showing key events from 1960–1966.

• Social Domain:

1. Discuss the contributions of civil leadership to national unity.

Reference Materials

1. 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
2. Abuja educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
3. NAPPS National unified scheme of Work
4. Online Information from: OpenEdition Books – The Management of Transition to civil Rule by the Military in Nigeria
5. Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials:

1. Chart showing Nigeria’s leaders from 1960–1966
2. Timeline of events during Nigeria’s civil rule
3. Images of key leaders (e.g., Tafawa Balewa, Nnamdi Azikiwe)
4. A map of Nigeria

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is crucial for understanding Nigeria’s democratic journey and the roles played by its early leaders. It provides a foundation for future lessons on governance and national advancement.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will begin by asking pupils what they remember about the meaning of civil rule. A brief discussion will follow, leading into the topic of Nigeria’s first period of civil rule.

Lesson Content

Period of Civil Rule in Nigeria 1960–1966

Civil rule in Nigeria began after independence in 1960.

1. 1960 – Independence: Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960, with Nnamdi Azikiwe as Governor-General and tafawa Balewa as Prime Minister.
2. 1963 – Republican Status: Nigeria became a republic, with Nnamdi Azikiwe as the first President.
3. Economic Growth: The focus shifted towards agricultural advancement and industrialization.
4. Regional Autonomy: The country operated under a regional system, including the North, West, East, and Mid-West regions.
5. 1966 – End of Civic Rule: A military coup in January 1966 marked the end of this period of civil rule.

Civil Rule from 1960 to 1966

Nigeria became independent on 1 October 1960 under a parliamentary system. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa served as Prime Minister and Nnamdi Azikiwe became President when Nigeria became a republic on 1 October 1963.

The First Republic faced regional rivalry, disputed elections and political tension. Military officers seized power on 15 January 1966, ending this period of civilian rule. Learners should separate the 1960 independence date from the 1963 republic date.

Teaching Methods

to deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Lecture, storytelling, exhibition, guided note-taking, group discussion, and oral questioning.

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: Asks pupils questions about civil rule and introduces the focus topic.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions and listen actively.

Step 2: Description of Key Concepts

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Lecture
Teacher’s Activity: Narrates key events of the civil rule period,highlighting leaders and achievements.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask questions.

Step 3: Exhibition/Guided Practice

Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Displays a chart of Nigeria’s leaders and a timeline of events from 1960–1966.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe charts and contribute to discussions.

Step 4: Autonomous Practice

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Guided note-taking
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy a concise note on the period of civil rule.
pupils’ Activity: Copy the note into their books.

Step 5: Class Activity

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Hands-on activity
Teacher’s Activity: Assigns groups to discuss the impact of civil rule on national unity.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in group discussions and share insights.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
teaching Skill: Formative
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils questions to review what has been learned.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the questions and seek clarifications where needed.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Recap
teacher’s Activity: Recaps the topic and provides a moral lesson on the importance of good leadership.
Pupils’ Activity: Reflect on the recap and moral lesson.

Lesson Keywords

• Civil Rule – Governance by elected civilians, not military.
• Independence – Freedom from colonial rule.
• Republic – A state where power is held by the people and their elected representatives.
• Regional Autonomy – Self-governance within a region of a country.
• Coup – A sudden, violent seizure of power from a government.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Name two leaders during Nigeria’s civic rule from 1960–1966.
2. Mention one major achievement during this period.
3. State the year Nigeria became a republic.
4. Explain the importance of unity during civic rule.
5. Draw a simple timeline of events from 1960–1966.

Assignment/Homework

1. Research and write a short paragraph on the life and achievements of either Tafawa Balewa or Nnamdi Azikiwe.
2. Create a list of three reasons why national unity is crucial for Nigeria.
3. Draw a map of Nigeria and label the regions that existed during the period of civil rule (North, West, East, Mid-West).

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
• For advanced learners: Challenge with additional research tasks or essay questions.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to emphasize the importance of leadership and unity during the civil rule period. Use visual aids and real-life examples to make the lesson engaging and relatable for the pupils.