Class: Primary 2
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 9
Age: 8 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Security Education
Previous Lesson: Security Agencies and Their Duties; SSS & NSCDC
Topic: Security Agencies and Their Duties; NPC (Nigeria Prisons Commission)
Content: Meaning, duties, and mode of dressing of NPC officials

Performance Objectives:

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

Cognitive Domain: Explain the meaning of NPC and List five duties of NPC officials.

Affective Domain: Show respect for the duties performed by NPC officials.

Psychomotor Domain: Identify NPC officials by their mode of dressing.

Social Domain: Discuss the importance of NPC in maintaining societal order.

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 Information from – Federal Ministry of Interior Nigerian Correctional Service
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures of NPC officials
Flashcards showing NPC duties
Sample NPC uniform
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the role of the Nigeria Prisons Commission (NPC) is important as it helps pupils appreciate the significance of maintaining law and order in society. It fosters respect for security agencies and highlights the essential duties these agencies perform in ensuring community safety.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils have previously learned about the SSS and NSCDC, and their duties. They are familiar with the concept of security agencies and their importance.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Security Agencies and Their Duties; NPC (Nigeria Prisons Commission)

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Content Development	Time	Teaching Method	Teaching Strategy	Teacher’s Activity	Pupils’ Activity	Learning Point
Step 1: Introduction	5 mins	Discussion	Engage pupils with questions	Ask pupils what they remember about SSS & NSCDC	Respond to questions	Recall previous knowledge
Step 2: Meaning of NPC	7 mins	Explanation	Use pictures and discussion	Show picture of NPC officials and explain NPC	Look at pictures and listen	Understand the meaning of NPC
Step 3: Duties of NPC	8 mins	Explanation	Use flashcards	Show flashcards and explain duties	Observe flashcards and ask questions	Learn the duties of NPC officials
Step 4: Mode of Dressing	7 mins	Demonstration	Use sample uniform	Display NPC uniform and explain	Observe and describe uniform	Identify NPC officials by uniform
Step 5: Note Taking	5 mins	Note dictation	Guide pupils in note-taking	Dictate notes for pupils to copy	Copy notes in their exercise books	Retain key information
Step 6: Evaluation	5 mins	Questioning	Ask evaluative questions	Pose questions to check understanding	Answer questions	Assess comprehension
Step 7: Conclusion	3 mins	Summary	Recap key points	Summarize the lesson	Listen attentively	Consolidate learning

Lesson Content

Security Agencies and Their Primary Duties; NPC

The Nigeria Prisons Commission (NPC) is a security agency responsible for managing prison facilities and inmates in Nigeria. NPC officials ensure that prisoners are safely kept and rehabilitated.

Duties of NPC Officials:

Custody of Prisoners: NPC officials ensure that inmates are securely held in prison.
Rehabilitation: They help in the rehabilitation and reformation of prisoners.
Protection: They protect the rights and welfare of inmates.
Transportation: They transport inmates to and from courts.
Security: They maintain security and order within prison facilities.

Security Agencies And Their Primary Duties; NPC — Photo by Ron Lach on Pexels

Mode of Dressing of NPC Officials:

NPC officials wear uniforms that are typically khaki in color, with badges indicating their rank. They also wear black boots and belts.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

What does NPC stand for?

List three duties of NPC officials.
Describe the uniform of an NPC official.
Why is the NPC important for our society?
How do NPC officials help in the rehabilitation of prisoners?

Note for Teachers Using My Lesson Plan

Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils’ comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!

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Security Agencies And Their Primary Duties; NPC (Primary 2)