**Lesson Plan: Civil Rule in Nigeria, Third Republic (1999-Present)**
**Grade:** Primary 6
**Subject:** History
**Duration:** 1 Hour
**Objective:**
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the timeline and key events of Nigeria's Third Republic from 1999 to the present.
2. Identify key figures and their contributions to Nigeria's civil rule.
3. Discuss the significance of democratic governance in Nigeria.
4. Reflect on the challenges and achievements since 1999.
**Materials Needed:**
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector or computer with internet access
- Printed handouts of key events and figures
- A timeline chart
- Pictures of key political figures and events
- Map of Nigeria
**Lesson Outline:**
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Begin with a brief overview of Nigeria's history leading up to 1999.
- Discuss how the Third Republic began in 1999 after a long history of military rule.
- Explain the importance of civil rule and democracy in Nigeria.
2. **Key Events Timeline (15 minutes)**
- Using the projector or whiteboard, create a timeline from 1999 to the present.
- Highlight significant events such as the elections of Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua in 2007, Goodluck Jonathan in 2010, Muhammadu Buhari in 2015 and 2019.
- Discuss important events like constitutional reforms, economic policies, and major national crises.
3. **Key Political Figures (10 minutes)**
- Show pictures and brief bios of major political figures since 1999.
- Discuss their contributions and impacts on Nigeria's development.
- Example figures: Olusegun Obasanjo, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari.
4. **Group Activity - Role Play (15 minutes)**
- Divide students into small groups and assign them the roles of different political figures and citizens.
- Each group to present a short role play about an election or a significant event.
- Encourage discussion about how democracy works and the importance of each citizen's vote.
5. **Discussion on Achievements and Challenges (10 minutes)**
- Engage students in a discussion about the progress Nigeria has made since 1999.
- Discuss challenges such as corruption, economic issues, security concerns, and continuous efforts towards better governance.
- Reflect on the importance of a stable democracy for the country's future.
6. **Question and Answer Session (5 minutes)**
- Open the floor for students to ask questions.
- Provide clarifications and additional insights as needed.
7. **Conclusion and Homework (5 minutes)**
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.
- Assign homework: Ask students to write a short essay on "The Importance of Democratic Rule in Nigeria" or "My Favourite Nigerian Leader Since 1999 and Why".
- Provide a list of websites and books for further reading.
**Assessment:**
- Evaluate students based on their participation in the role play.
- Assess their understanding through the quality of questions they ask and answer during the discussion.
- Mark the homework essay for comprehension and insight.
**Follow-Up:**
- In the next lesson, review the students' essays and discuss their thoughts.
- Explore other significant events and figures in Nigeria's democratic journey post-1999.