### Lesson Plan: Development of Political Parties in Nigeria (NPC and NEPU)
#### Grade: Senior Secondary 3
#### Duration: 60 minutes
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### Objectives:
1. **Cognitive**: Students will understand the historical context and significance of the formation and development of the Nigerian People’s Congress (NPC) and the Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU).
2. **Affective**: Students will appreciate the role of political parties in shaping Nigeria’s political landscape.
3. **Psychomotor**: Students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills through discussions and group activities.
### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and computer (optional for multimedia presentations)
- Handouts on NPC and NEPU
- Copies of relevant historical documents (e.g., party manifestos, speeches)
- Chart papers and markers for group activities
### Lesson Structure:
#### 1. Introduction (10 Minutes)
- **Teacher’s Activity:**
- Greet students and introduce the topic: "Development of Political Parties in Nigeria with a focus on NPC and NEPU."
- Show a brief video clip or a few slides about Nigeria's historical context pre-independence to set the stage.
- **Students’ Activity:**
- Listen actively and note key historical events.
#### 2. Lecture/Presentation (20 Minutes)
- **Teacher's Activity:**
- Provide a concise overview of the two political parties:
1. **Nigerian People’s Congress (NPC):**
- Origin, founding members, and objectives.
- Role in Nigeria's first republic and post-independence governance.
2. **Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU):**
- Founding, leadership, and ideology.
- Contributions to political discourse and opposition role.
- Use maps, charts, and historical documents to illustrate points.
- **Students’ Activity:**
- Take notes and ask clarifying questions.
#### 3. Group Activity/Discussion (20 Minutes)
- **Teacher’s Activity:**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Assign each group a discussion topic or question, such as:
- Compare and contrast the ideologies of NPC and NEPU.
- Evaluate the impact of these parties on Nigeria’s early political development.
- Discuss the challenges faced by each party.
- Provide chart papers and markers for group presentations.
- **Students’ Activity:**
- Collaborate in groups to discuss and prepare a brief presentation on their assigned topic.
- Present their findings to the class.
#### 4. Conclusion (5 Minutes)
- **Teacher’s Activity:**
- Summarize key points discussed during the lesson.
- Highlight the significance of NPC and NEPU in understanding Nigeria’s political evolution.
- Provide additional reading materials or resources for interested students.
- **Students’ Activity:**
- Reflect on the lesson and ask any remaining questions.
#### 5. Assessment (5 Minutes)
- **Teacher’s Activity:**
- Distribute a short quiz or prompt for a reflective paragraph (e.g., “Discuss the role of NEPU in promoting political change in Northern Nigeria”).
- **Students’ Activity:**
- Complete the assessment task in class or as a homework assignment.
### Follow-Up Activities:
- Research Assignment: Assign students to research and present on other significant political parties in Nigeria’s history.
- Debate: Organize a classroom debate on the effectiveness of multi-party systems in promoting democracy in Nigeria.
### References:
- History of Nigeria: Pre-colonial to Post-independence.
- Smith, M. (1997). "Government in Nigeria: Comparative Perspectives."
- Relevant articles, documentaries, and online databases.
### Notes:
- Adapt the lesson plan as needed based on student interest and available resources.
- Encourage students to make connections between historical events and contemporary political scenarios in Nigeria.
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This plan is designed to engage students with interactive and varied activities to deepen their understanding of Nigeria's political history through the lens of NPC and NEPU.