Lesson Note on Federal Capitals – The Current Federal Capital Of Nigeria for Primary 4

Primary 4 History lesson on Federal Capitals: Learn about Abuja, the current capital, its establishment year, and locate it & Lagos on a map

Lesson Notes

16 Nov

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Class: Primary Four
Term: First Term
Subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
previous lesson: Federal Capitals
Topic: Federal Capitals
Content/Learning Area: What is a federal Capital?, Current Federal Capital Abuja, Map exploration, Discussion on Importance
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

1. Name the current federal capital and the year it was created.

Locate the old and the new current federal capital territories on the map of Nigeria.
Explain the reasons for moving the capital from Lagos to Abuja.
- Affective Domain:

Psychomotor Domain:

Identify Abuja on a map of Nigeria.
- Social Domain:

Reference Materials

9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online facts
relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

A map of Nigeria
Pictures of Abuja
Whiteboard or chart paper
Markers or crayons

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the history of Nigeria’s federal capital helps pupils appreciate the country’s political growth and geographical features. This knowledge is crucial for their civic understanding.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

The teacher will start by asking pupils what they know about the capital city of Nigeria. A brief discussion will follow, leading into the lesson’s topic.

Lesson Content

What is a Federal Capital?

A federal capital is the main city of a country, where the goverment is located. It’s the centre of political power.

Current Federal Capital Abuja

Abuja is Nigeria’s current federal capital, established in 1991. it was chosen for its central location, making it easier for all Nigerians to access the government.

Map Exploration

Key features of Abuja are:

The National Assembly building
The Presidential Villa
The Supreme Court
The National Mosque
The National Christian Centre
The Abuja National Stadium
The Millennium Park
The Jabi Lake
The Abuja Zoo
The aso Rock
The National Library of Nigeria
The Nnamdi Azikiwe International airport

Discussion on Significance

The main reasons for moving the capital from Lagos to Abuja were:

to create a more central location for the government.
To develop a new city with modern infrastructure.
To reduce the concentration of power and resources in Lagos.
To ease overpopulation and congestion in Lagos.
To promote national unity and integration.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Map work

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: Asks pupils what they know about the capital city of Nigeria.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to the teacher’s questions.

Step 2: Clarification of Key Concepts

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of a federal capital and its significance.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.

Step 3: Map Presentation

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstrating
Teacher’s Activity: Shows the location of Abuja and Lagos on a map of Nigeria.
Pupils’ Activity: observe and identify the locations on the map.

Step 4: Independent Map Practice

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: guides pupils in locating key features of Abuja on the map.
Pupils’ Activity: Locate key features of Abuja on the map independently.

Step 5: note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Note-taking
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils in taking notes on the key points of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the key points of the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions to assess pupils’ understanding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the review questions.

Step 7: Conclusion

time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points of the lesson.
Pupils’ activity: Listen and ask any remaining questions.

Lesson Keywords

Federal Capital – The main city of a country where the government is located.
Abuja – The current federal capital of Nigeria, established in 1991.
Lagos – The former federal capital of Nigeria.
National Assembly – The legislative branch of the Nigerian government.
Presidential Villa – The official residence and office of the President of Nigeria.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

what is the current federal capital of Nigeria, and when was it established?
Locate Abuja and Lagos on a map of Nigeria.
Name three critically critically important buildings in Abuja.
Why was the capital moved from Lagos to Abuja?

Assignment/Homework

Draw a picture of Abuja and label its key features.
research and write a short paragraph about one of the key features of Abuja.

list five reasons why Abuja is a better location for the federal capital than Lagos.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to research additional information about Abuja.
for visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids,discussions,and hands-on activities like map work.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to use visual aids such as maps and pictures to enhance understanding. Encourage active participation by asking questions and facilitating discussions. Provide additional support to pupils who need it and challenge advanced learners with extra research tasks.