Class: Primary 5
Term: 3rd Term
subject: national Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Security Against Drug Traffickers
Topic: Bodies Responsible For National Security And Security On Terrorism
content/Learning Area: Bodies Responsible For National Security And Security On Terrorism
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify major bodies responsible for national security in Nigeria.
- Affective Domain: Show appreciation for the role of security agencies in keeping the country safe.
- Psychomotor Domain: Dramatize the actions of security agencies in response to security threats.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with classmates to list and describe security agencies and their roles.
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 Details from: wikipedia – Security agency
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson,the teacher will use the following: Pictures and charts of various security agencies,Nigerian flag and national symbols,Flashcards with agency names and roles,Short video clips of security agencies in action,Storybooks or news excerpts involving national security operations
Rationale for the Lesson
This lesson helps pupils understand the roles of security agencies in protecting Nigeria and fighting terrorism.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils are already familiar with the idea of safety and the need for protection in homes and schools.
Lesson content
Bodies Responsible For National Security And Security On Terrorism
These groups help stop bad things like terrorism and keep everyone safe.
Major Security Agencies in Nigeria
These are the main groups that protect Nigeria and its people.
The following are major security agencies in Nigeria:
- Nigeria Police Force
- Nigerian Army
- Nigerian Navy
- Nigerian air Force
- Department of state Services
- Nigeria Security and Civil Defense corps
- National intelligence Agency
- Economic and Financial Crimes commission (EFCC)
- Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC)
- National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)
Duties of Security Agencies
These include the work each agency does to keep Nigeria safe.
The duties of security agencies include:
- Nigeria Police catch criminals and keep peace in communities
- Nigerian Army fights enemies and protects the land
- Nigerian navy guards Nigeria’s water areas
- Nigerian Air Force protects the air and supports land soldiers
- Department of state Services collects secret information to stop crime
- Civil Defence guards critically important places and helps in emergencies
- Intelligence Agency gathers and reports foreign security news
- The EFCC investigates financial crimes like fraud and money laundering.
- The ICPC prevents corruption in government and public service.
- The NDLEA combats drug trafficking and abuse.
ways Security Agencies Fight terrorism
These include how they stop and respond to terrorist attacks.
The following are ways security agencies fight terrorism:
- Catch and arrest people planning attacks
- Use tools and machines to find danger early
- Block places where terrorists hide
- Train people to watch and report threats
- Work with other countries to stop terrorism
- conduct surveillance to gather intelligence on terrorist activities.
- Engage in combat operations to neutralize terrorist threats.
- Provide security for vulnerable targets and public events.
- Collaborate with local communities to build trust and gather information.
- Implement counter-terrorism strategies to prevent radicalization and recruitment.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Lecture, Storytelling, Description, Visual Aids, Group work
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction (The Teaching Skill for this step MUST be “Set Induction”)
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Tells a short story about how police helped stop a robbery in a market and asks pupils who they think helps to keep the country safe
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and answer questions
Step 2: Major Security Agencies
Time: 8 mins
Teaching Skill: explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the names of different security agencies and shows pictures of their uniforms and vehicles
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe, ask and answer questions
Step 3: Duties of Security Agencies
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Storytelling
Teacher’s Activity: Describes what each agency does using simple stories or real-life examples
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and role-play duties
Step 4: Ways They Fight Terrorism
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Visual Aids
Teacher’s Activity: Shows a short video or image showing how agencies respond to threats
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch and describe what they see
Step 5: Note-taking
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Writes the class note on the board clearly and slowly
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes into their books
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Assessment
teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils to name security agencies and their work and allows role-play of a security duty
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond and act
Objective-aligned checks:
- Identify major bodies responsible for national security in Nigeria.
- Collaborate with classmates to list and describe security agencies and their roles.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional, Cognitive
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes lesson and leads pupils in saying “Security keeps us safe!”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat and smile
lesson Keywords
- Security – keeping people and places safe
- Agency – a group that does a job
- Terrorism – bad actions that scare or harm people
- Defence – to guard or protect something
- Arrest – to catch someone who breaks the law
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Mention four security agencies in Nigeria
- Say one duty of the Nigerian Police
- Name one agency that guards Nigeria’s waters
- Describe how security agencies fight terrorism
- Act like a security officer guarding a building
Assignment/Homework
- List five ways security agencies protect Nigeria.
- Draw and label the uniform of any Nigerian security agency.
- Write a short paragraph on why security is critically important in our country.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Teacher will assist slower learners with picture aids and peer support.
- For advanced learners: Brighter pupils will be given extra roles during role-play.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, storytelling, and role-playing to cater to different learning styles.
Note for Teachers
use real-life examples and visuals to make learning engaging. Repeat key terms to aid memory and encourage active participation.

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