Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 1

TERM – 1^ST TERM

WEEK SIX

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: TRADITIONS OF ORIGIN AND HISTORICAL LINKS AMONG CERTAIN GROUPS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Discuss the prominent traditions of origin among Nigerian people                       

II.) Identify the traditional links of groups of Nigerian people during migration:

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

NOTE

TRADITIONS OF ORIGIN AND HISTORICAL LINKS AMONG CERTAIN GROUPS

The traditions of origin of the Nigerian people are diverse and varied due to the country's rich cultural heritage and history. Many ethnic groups in Nigeria trace their origins to specific ancestors, migration routes, and historical events.

Some of the prominent traditions of origin among Nigerian people include:

1. Oral Histories: Many Nigerian ethnic groups have oral traditions passed down through generations that explain their origins. These oral histories often involve mythical or legendary figures, migration stories, and tales of ancestral heroes.
2. Ancestral Worship: Ancestor worship is a common tradition among various Nigerian ethnic groups. People believe in honoring their ancestors and tracing their lineage back to specific founding ancestors or ancestral spirits.
3. Cultural Practices: Different cultural practices, such as rites of passage, marriage ceremonies, and religious rituals, often include references to the origins of the community or ethnic group.
4. Archaeological Evidence: Archaeological discoveries, such as ancient artifacts, burial sites, and settlements, provide insights into the early origins and migrations of Nigerian peoples.

Traditional links of group in Nigeria

Regarding traditional links of certain groups of Nigerian people in the process of migration:

1. Fulani Migration: The Fulani people, one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria, have a long history of migration across West Africa. Their traditional links in the migration process are often associated with pastoralism and the search for grazing lands for their cattle herds.
2. Igbo Migration: The Igbo people have a tradition of migration within Nigeria and beyond. Historically, Igbo migration has been linked to factors such as trade, expansion of agricultural lands, and population pressure.
3. Hausa Migration: The Hausa people, concentrated in Northern Nigeria, have a tradition of migration influenced by trade networks and Islamic expansion.
4. Yoruba Migration: The Yoruba people have a tradition of migration linked to the expansion of the Oyo Empire and trade networks along the coast. Yoruba migration patterns have contributed to the spread of Yoruba culture and language across West Africa.

EVALUATION: 1. Briefly discuss the prominent traditions of origin among Nigerian people             

2. Identify 5 traditional links of groups of Nigerian people during migration:

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively