• Class: Primary 2
  • Term: 3rd Term
  • Week: 8
  • Age: 8 years
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Subject: National Values Education
  • Curriculum Theme: Security Education
  • Topic: Security Agencies and Their Duties; SSS & NSCDC
  • Content: Meaning, duties, and dressing of SSS & NSCDC officials

Performance Objectives

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

  • Cognitive domain: Define SSS and NSCDC and list their primary duties.
  • Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of security agencies in maintaining safety and order.
  • Psychomotor domain: Identify SSS and NSCDC officials by their dressing.
  • Social domain: Demonstrate respect for security officials.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

  • Pictures of SSS and NSCDC officials in uniform
  • Flashcards with duties of SSS and NSCDC
  • Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the roles of security agencies like SSS and NSCDC is essential for pupils as it helps them recognize the importance of these bodies in maintaining law and order. This knowledge promotes respect for security personnel and awareness of safety measures.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have learned about the NDLEA and its primary duties, which has given them a basic understanding of security agencies.

Learning Area

Security Agencies and Their Duties: SSS & NSCDC

Instructional Procedures

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

Content DevelopmentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Step 1: Introduction5 minsDiscussionSet InductionExplain the importance of security agenciesListen and respond to questionsUnderstand the importance of security agencies
Step 2: Definition5 minsExplanationDirect InstructionDefine SSS and NSCDCListen and take notesKnow the meaning of SSS and NSCDC
Step 3: Duties10 minsDemonstrationUse of FlashcardsShow flashcards and explain the duties of SSS & NSCDCObserve and participate in the discussionIdentify the duties of SSS and NSCDC officials
Step 4: Dressing5 minsVisual AidsUse of PicturesDisplay pictures of SSS and NSCDC officials in uniformLook at pictures and ask questionsRecognize SSS and NSCDC officials by their dressing
Step 5: Note Taking5 minsWritingInteractive SessionGuide pupils to copy notes on SSS and NSCDCCopy notesRetain key information about SSS and NSCDC duties and dressing
Step 6: Evaluation7 minsOral AssessmentQ&A SessionAsk pupils questions based on the lessonAnswer questionsAssess understanding and retention of lesson content
Step 7: Conclusion3 minsSummaryRecap of Key PointsSummarize the lesson and clarify any doubtsListen and ask final questionsReinforce key points and clear any confusion

Lesson Content

Security Agencies And Their Primary Duties; SSS & NSCDC

Security agencies play a crucial role in maintaining peace and safety in our country.

SSS (State Security Service)

The SSS, also known as the Department of State Services (DSS), is responsible for:

  1. Protecting senior government officials.
  2. Preventing espionage and sabotage.
  3. Gathering intelligence within the country.
  4. Protecting critical infrastructure.
  5. Conducting investigations on national security threats.

NSCDC (Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps)

The NSCDC is responsible for:

  1. Protecting critical national assets.
  2. Assisting in disaster management.
  3. Providing security during elections.
  4. Protecting lives and property.
  5. Collaborating with other security agencies to maintain peace.
Security Agencies And Their Primary Duties
Photo by Carolina De La Torre on Unsplash
Dressing of SSS and NSCDC Officials
  • SSS officials typically wear plain clothes or formal suits, sometimes with a badge.
  • NSCDC officials wear uniforms with a distinct badge and logo, often seen in navy blue attire.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

  1. Define SSS and NSCDC.
  2. List three duties of the SSS.
  3. List two duties of the NSCDC.
  4. Describe the dressing of SSS officials.
  5. Describe the dressing of NSCDC officials.

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!