# Lesson Plan: Development of Political Parties in Nigeria (NPN and UPN)
## Subject: Government
## Grade Level: Senior Secondary 3 (SS3)
## Duration: 60 minutes
## Topic: Development of Political Parties in Nigeria (NPN and UPN)
### Learning Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Understand the historical context surrounding the formation of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN) and the Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN).
2. Compare and contrast the ideologies and policies of NPN and UPN.
3. Analyze the impact of NPN and UPN on Nigerian politics during the Second Republic.
### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- PowerPoint presentation or projector
- Handouts with key points and discussion questions
- Internet access for further research (optional)
- Video clips/documentary segments on Nigerian political history (optional)
### Lesson Outline:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Attendance (2 minutes)**
- Welcome the students and take attendance.
2. **Introduction to the Lesson (3 minutes)**
- Briefly introduce today's topic: Development of Political Parties in Nigeria, focusing on NPN and UPN.
- Share learning objectives with the students.
3. **Starter Activity (5 minutes)**
- Ask students what they know about political parties in general and any specific knowledge about Nigerian political parties. Write their responses on the board.
#### Main Teaching (30 minutes)
1. **Historical Context (10 minutes)**
- Provide a brief overview of Nigeria's political history leading up to the Second Republic.
- Explain the political landscape after Nigeria’s independence in 1960 and the reasons for military coups in the 1960s and 1970s.
- Introduce the Second Republic (1979-1983), emphasizing the transition from military to civilian rule and the rise of political parties.
2. **Development of NPN and UPN (10 minutes)**
- **National Party of Nigeria (NPN)**
- Founding date and key figures (e.g., Shehu Shagari, Adisa Akinloye).
- Ideology and main policies (e.g., national unity, economic development, centralized government).
- Notable achievements and criticisms.
- **Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN)**
- Founding date and key figures (e.g., Obafemi Awolowo).
- Ideology and main policies (e.g., federalism, free education, social welfare).
- Notable achievements and criticisms.
3. **Comparison and Analysis (10 minutes)**
- Compare and contrast the ideologies, policies, and political strategies of NPN and UPN.
- Discuss the impact of their policies on Nigerian society and the political landscape during the Second Republic.
- Show a short video clip/documentary segment, if available, to provide visual context.
#### Group Activity (15 minutes)
1. **Discussion Groups (10 minutes)**
- Divide the class into small groups and give each group a handout with key points and discussion questions.
- Example Discussion Questions:
- What were the main differences in the economic policies of NPN and UPN?
- How did the ideologies of NPN and UPN influence their approach to governance?
- What were the strengths and weaknesses of NPN and UPN during the Second Republic?
2. **Group Presentations (5 minutes)**
- Have each group present their findings and insights to the class.
- Encourage questions and further discussion after each presentation.
#### Conclusion (5 minutes)
1. **Summary (3 minutes)**
- Summarize the key points of today’s lesson.
- Highlight the importance of understanding the historical development of political parties in shaping Nigeria’s political landscape.
2. **Assignment (2 minutes)**
- Assign a brief research activity: Students should write a one-page essay on either the NPN or UPN, focusing on their main achievements and challenges.
### Assessment:
- Participation in the starter activity and group discussions.
- Quality and engagement during group presentations.
- Completion and quality of the assigned essay.
### Additional Resources:
- Recommended readings on Nigerian political history.
- Links to online documentaries or articles for further research.
### Reflection:
- Reflect on the effectiveness of the group activities and discussions.
- Note any areas where students struggled and consider revising the lesson plan for future improvement.