- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 6
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: History
- Curriculum Theme: History
- Previous Lesson: Military Heads Of State In Nigeria – General Olusegun Obasanjo
- Topic: Military Heads Of State In Nigeria – General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida
- Content: General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida military Head of State from 1985 to 1993.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Explain the meaning of military Heads of State and describe General Ibrahim Babangida’s leadership.
- Affective domain: Appreciate the impact of General Babangida’s rule on Nigeria.
- Psychomotor domain: Identify and locate the years of his rule on a historical timeline.
- Social domain: Discuss the significance of leadership in national development.
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: Britannica – Ibrahim Babangida Nigerian Military Leader.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A chart displaying Nigeria’s military Heads of State
- A timeline of Nigerian leadership
- A short video on General Babangida’s policies
- Flashcards with key events from his rule
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding military leadership in Nigeria helps pupils appreciate the country’s political history. General Ibrahim Babangida’s rule significantly shaped Nigeria’s economy, governance, and democracy, making it an essential part of historical studies.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about previous military leaders, including General Olusegun Obasanjo. They are familiar with the concept of military rule in Nigeria and can identify key historical figures.
Lesson Content
Military Heads Of State In Nigeria – General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida
A Military Head of State is a leader who takes control of a country’s government through the military, usually after a coup. In Nigeria, several military officers have ruled at different times.
General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida
- General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) became Nigeria’s Head of State on August 27, 1985, after a military coup.
- He ruled until August 26, 1993, when he stepped down.
- He introduced the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP) to reform Nigeria’s economy.
- He relocated Nigeria’s capital from Lagos to Abuja in 1991.
- His government annulled the June 12, 1993 presidential election, which led to political unrest.
Instructional Procedures
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 | Set Induction | Questioning | Asks pupils if they know any past military leaders and introduces the topic. | Pupils respond with names of military rulers they remember. | Introduction to military leadership. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Military Heads of State | 8 mins | Lecture & Discussion | Storytelling | Explains the role of military rulers and why they take power. | Listen and take notes. | Understanding military rule. |
| Step 3: General Ibrahim Babangida’s Leadership | 10 mins | Lecture & Visual Aid | Use of Charts | Discusses General Babangida’s major policies using a timeline. | Observe timeline and ask questions. | Timeline of Babangida’s rule. |
| Step 4: Class Discussion | 5 mins | Guided Discussion | Think-Pair-Share | Leads discussion on Babangida’s impact, focusing on SAP and the annulled election. | Discuss in pairs and share opinions. | Effects of Babangida’s leadership. |
| Step 5: Note-taking | 5 mins | Writing Exercise | Individual Work | Guides pupils to write down key points. | Copy important facts into notebooks. | Retention of historical facts. |
| Step 6: Lesson Evaluation | 5 mins | Oral Assessment | Questioning | Asks review questions on Babangida’s policies and timeline. | Answer questions and discuss responses. | Assessment of understanding. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Recap | Summarizes the lesson and connects it to the next topic. | Listen and prepare for the next lesson. | Reinforcement of learning. |
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Who is a Military Head of State?
- In what year did General Ibrahim Babangida become Nigeria’s Head of State?
- What was the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP)?
- Why did Babangida relocate Nigeria’s capital to Abuja?
- What happened to the June 12, 1993, election under Babangida’s rule?
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Use simple explanations and repeat key points.
- For advanced learners: Encourage them to research more about Babangida’s policies.
- For visual learners: Use charts and videos for better understanding.
Note for teachers using this lesson plan
- Keep the discussion engaging by relating military rule to real-life leadership situations.
- Use charts and videos to make the lesson more interactive.
- Encourage pupils to express their opinions on Babangida’s rule.
- Guide pupils in drawing simple timelines to reinforce learning.
Happy teaching!
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