Class: Primary One
Term: Frist Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson: Meaning and Importance of Democratic Rights
Topic: Ruling party in Nigeria
Content/learning Area: What is a Political Party?, Political Parties in Nigeria, Ruling Party in Nigeria
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. Mention the political parties in Nigeria.
2.Identify the ruling party in Nigeria.
3. Define a political party.

Psychomotor Domain:

1.Actively participate in class discussions.
2. Write down the names of political parties.

Affective Domain:

1. Show interest in learning about Nigerian politics.2. Develop a sense of civic obligation.

social Domain:

1. Work cooperatively with classmates.
2. Respect diverse opinions.

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 pictures.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the ruling party is crucial for pupils to grasp the basics of how their country is governed. This knowledge fosters civic awareness and encourages future participation in democratic processes.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of government and leaders.

Lesson Content

What is a Political Party?

A political party is a group of peopel with shared ideas on how a country should be run. They work together to put their ideas into action by running for elections and seeking government positions. Learn more about democratic practices to understand how political parties function within a democracy.

Political Parties in Nigeria

Many political parties exist in Nigeria. Examples are:

All Progressives Congress (APC)
People’s Democratic Party (PDP)
Labor Party (LP)
All Progressives grand Alliance (APGA)
Action Democratic Party (ADP)
African Democratic Congress (ADC)
Young Progressive Party (YPP)
Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN)
National Conscience Party (NCP)
Social Democratic Party (SDP)
Zenith Labour Party (ZLP)
New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)

Ruling Party in Nigeria

the All Progressives Congress (APC) is currently the ruling party in nigeria. This means they hold the most government positions and make key decisions for the country. Understanding how political parties are formed helps us understand the APC’s role.

Teaching Methods

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

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 government and leaders.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to the teacher’s questions.

Step 2: Explanation of key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explain the concept of a political party.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Presentation/Guided Practice

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Presentation
Teacher’s activity: List and explain major political parties in Nigeria.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in the discussion and take notes.

Step 4: Autonomous Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils to name some political parties.Pupils’ Activity: Identify and name political parties.

Step 5: Note-taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-Taking
Teacher’s activity: Guide pupils in summarizing key points.
Pupils’ Activity: Write down key points in their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Ask evaluation questions.Pupils’ Activity: Answer the evaluation questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

Mention the political parties in Nigeria.
Identify the ruling party in Nigeria.
Define a political party.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 0 minutes
Teaching Skill: Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the key points and encourage pupils to continue learning about Nigerian politics.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively.

Lesson keywords

Political Party – A group of people with shared ideas on how a country should be run.
Ruling Party – The political party that holds the most government positions and makes key decisions for the country.
Government – The system or group of people governing a country.
Election – A process where people vote to choose their leaders.
Democracy – A system of government where citizens exercise power directly or elect representatives from among themselves to form a governing body.

Lesson Evaluation

to evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What is a political party?
Name at least three political parties in Nigeria.
Which party is currently the ruling party in Nigeria?
Why is it critically important to have different political parties?

Assignment/Homework

List five political parties in Nigeria.
What is the role of the ruling party in Nigeria?
Ask yoru parents or guardians about their views on the current ruling party.

differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
For advanced learners: Encourage further research on the roles and responsibilities of political parties.
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 simple language and visual aids to explain complex concepts. Encourage active participation and create a supportive learning environment.