### Lesson Plan: Military Rule in Nigeria - Abdulsalami Abubakar
**Grade Level:** Primary 6
**Subject:** History
**Topic:** Military Rule in Nigeria - Abdulsalami Abubakar
**Duration:** 45 minutes
**Objectives:**
1. Students will understand the context and key aspects of military rule in Nigeria.
2. Students will learn about the leadership of General Abdulsalami Abubakar.
3. Students will be able to discuss the transition from military rule to civilian rule in Nigeria.
4. Students will develop an understanding of the impact of Abubakar's leadership on Nigeria.
**Materials:**
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and computer (for showing images/videos)
- Handouts with key points about Abdulsalami Abubakar
- Maps of Nigeria (current and historical)
- Timeline of Nigerian military rulers
**Lesson Structure:**
**1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
- **Hook:** Start with a question, "Who knows what a military rule is?" Allow students to share their thoughts.
- **Brief Explanation:** Explain the concept of military rule, focusing on how it differs from civilian rule. Highlight that Nigeria experienced several periods of military rule.
- **Introduction of Abdulsalami Abubakar:** Show a picture of Abdulsalami Abubakar and ask if any students recognize him. Introduce him as a significant figure in Nigeria's military history and the last military ruler.
**2. Main Lesson (25 minutes)**
- **Historical Context (10 minutes):**
- Provide a brief overview of Nigeria's history of military rule, leading up to Abubakar's time.
- Utilize a map to show key regions and discuss the impact of military rule on different parts of Nigeria.
- **Abubakar's Leadership (15 minutes):**
- Discuss who General Abdulsalami Abubakar is, emphasizing his background and rise to power.
- Explain the circumstances under which he became the Head of State in 1998.
- Highlight his major achievements, especially his commitment to transition the country to civilian rule within a year.
- Show a short video clip (3-5 minutes) about Abubakar’s tenure and his efforts towards democratic transition.
**3. Activity (10 minutes)**
- **Group Work:**
- Divide students into small groups and provide handouts with key points about Abdulsalami Abubakar.
- Give each group a timeline template and ask them to plot significant events during Abubakar’s rule.
- Each group presents their timeline to the class, allowing for discussion and clarification.
**4. Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- **Recap:** Summarize the key points covered in the lesson: the era of military rule, Abubakar's rise to power, his major contributions, and the transition to civilian rule.
- **Questions and Answers:** Open the floor for any questions and provide answers or further explanations.
- **Homework Assignment:** Ask students to write a short essay (1 page) about why General Abdulsalami Abubakar's rule was important for Nigeria's history.
**Assessment:**
- Participation in group activity and presentation.
- Contributions to class discussions.
- Understanding displayed in the timeline activity.
- Quality and depth of the homework essay.
**Resources:**
- Handouts with key points on Abdulsalami Abubakar.
- Links to reliable online sources for further reading (e.g., Britannica articles, Nigerian historical websites).
- Short documentary video or clips from educational platforms.
By adhering to this lesson plan, students should gain a clear understanding of Abdulsalami Abubakar's role in Nigeria’s transition from military to civilian rule and the broader context of military governance in Nigeria.