Class: Primary 6
Term: Third Term
subject: History
Curriculum Theme:
Previous Lesson:
Topic: Oil Economy
Content/Learning Area: Benefits of Crude Oil to Nigeria’s Economy
Time Allocation: 40 Minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: State the benefits of crude oil to the Nigerian economy.
• Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of crude oil to Nigeria’s economic development.
• Psychomotor Domain: Participate actively in discussions about the oil economy.
• Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to identify and discuss the benefits of crude oil.

Reference materials

• Nigeria Primary School History Book 6
• Relevant charts and pictures
• 9⁤ Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja⁤ Educational Resource ⁣Centre​ Scheme of Work
• NAPPS ⁤National ⁣Unified Scheme of Work

Instructional materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will employ the help of the following materials: a chart showing crude oil production, pictures of oil refineries, and maps indicating oil-producing areas in Nigeria.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the benefits of crude oil to Nigeria’s economy helps pupils appreciate its role in national development and fosters informed citizenship.

Prerequisite/Previous knowledge

Pupils are familiar with Nigeria’s major natural resources.

Lesson Content

Benefits of Crude Oil to Nigeria’s Economy

Crude oil is one of Nigeria’s most valuable natural resources. Since its discovery, it has played a major role in supporting the country’s economy and development. Below are some of the key benefits:

1. 1. Main Source of National Income
      Crude oil is Nigeria’s largest source of income. It contributes a significant part of the money the government uses to run the country.

   2. Government Revenue and Budget Funding
      The sale of crude oil provides the money used for national budgets. This revenue helps fund public services like education, health care, and security.

   3. Foreign Exchange Earnings
      Nigeria exports crude oil to other countries and earns foreign currencies such as the US dollar. These earnings help the country trade with other nations and stabilize the economy.

   4. Job Opportunities
      The oil sector creates direct and indirect jobs in drilling, transportation, refining, engineering, and security.

   5. Attracts Foreign Investment
      The oil industry brings in companies and investors from around the world, boosting business opportunities and economic growth.

   6. Development of Infrastructure
      Revenue from crude oil has helped build major roads, bridges, hospitals, schools, and power stations across the country.

   7. Industrial Development
      Crude oil supports industries like refineries, petrochemicals, and gas plants that produce fuel, plastics, fertilizers, and more.

   8. Supports Energy Production
      Oil and gas from crude oil are used to produce electricity and run factories, vehicles, and machines.

   9. Improves Trade Relationships
      As a major oil exporter, Nigeria has trade agreements with many countries, improving its global connections and influence.

   10. State and Local Government Funding
       A share of oil money is given to state and local governments to carry out development projects within their regions.

   11. Technology and Skill Transfer
       The oil industry introduces new technology and technical skills, which benefit Nigerian workers and industries.

   12. Boosts Economic Growth
       Crude oil continues to drive growth in many sectors of the Nigerian economy, especially transportation, communication, and banking.

Teaching Methods

to deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, Description, Visual Aids, Question and Answer.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction (The Teaching Skill for this step MUST be “Set Induction”)

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reviews the previous lesson on natural resources and introduces the topic of crude oil, asking pupils what they know about it.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share their existing knowledge about crude oil and its importance.

Step 3: Benefits of crude Oil

Time: 12 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to state and discuss the benefits of crude oil to the Nigerian economy,using visual aids.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils actively participate in the discussion, stating the benefits of crude oil and providing examples.

Step 4: Real-Life Examples

Time: 10 minutes
teaching Skill: Request
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher provides real-life examples of how oil revenue has been used for development projects in Nigeria.Pupils’ Activity: Pupils relate the examples to their local communities and discuss the impact of oil revenue.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson and guides pupils to take notes.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils write down the key points in their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching skill: Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks questions to evaluate pupils’ understanding of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer the questions to demonstrate their understanding.

Step 7: conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Closure
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher concludes the lesson by summarizing the importance of crude oil to Nigeria’s economy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and ask any remaining questions.

Lesson Keywords

• Crude Oil – Unrefined petroleum, a major export commodity for Nigeria.
• Revenue – Income generated from the sale of crude oil.
• Infrastructure – basic physical and organizational structures needed for a society to function.
• Foreign Exchange – Currency from othre countries earned through exports.
• Petrochemicals – Chemicals derived from petroleum used in various industries.

Lesson Evaluation

to evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. List three benefits of crude oil to Nigeria’s economy.
2. Explain how oil revenue is used for infrastructure development.
3. Describe the role of the oil industry in creating employment opportunities.

Assignment/Homework

1. Research and write a short paragraph on an oil-producing area in Nigeria.
2. List five industries that benefit from crude oil production.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide simplified notes and one-on-one assistance during discussions.
• For advanced learners: Assign additional research on the challenges facing the Nigerian oil industry.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use more visual aids, encourage group discussions, and incorporate hands-on activities like drawing diagrams of oil refineries.

Note for Teachers

Ensure to use real-life examples and visual aids to make the lesson more engaging and relatable for the pupils. Emphasize the importance of responsible management of oil resources for sustainable development.