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The Efik

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TERM – 2ND TERM

WEEK SEVEN

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: THE EFIK

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

I.) Discuss the history of the efik                         

II.) Describe the culture and traditions of the efik.

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

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

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher discusses the history and formation of the efik

Students pay attention to the teacher                                                                                 

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher explains the culture and traditions of the efik.

Students pay attention and participate

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

THE EFIK

The Efik people are an ethnic group primarily located in the Cross River State of southern Nigeria, particularly in the capital city of Calabar and its surrounding areas. They are one of the indigenous ethnic groups of the Cross River region and are known for their rich cultural heritage, traditional institutions, and contributions to Nigerian society.

The Efik people trace their origins to the ancient kingdom of Old Calabar, which was a prominent trading center along the coast of the Bight of Biafra. The kingdom played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade and later became a British colonial outpost. Over time, the Efik people assimilated various cultural influences, including European, African, and Afro-Brazilian traditions, shaping their unique identity.

Culture and Traditions

Efik culture is characterized by its vibrant festivals, traditional ceremonies, and rich culinary heritage. Some key aspects of Efik culture include:

- Language: The Efik people speak the Efik language, which belongs to the Cross River branch of the Niger-Congo language family.

- Festivals: The Efik people celebrate several colorful festivals throughout the year, including the annual Ekpe festival, which honors ancestral spirits and showcases traditional music, dance, and masquerades.

- Traditional Attire: Traditional Efik attire varies depending on the occasion but often includes colorful wrappers, blouses, and headgear for women, and embroidered shirts and trousers for men.

- Cuisine: Efik cuisine is known for its diverse flavors and use of locally sourced ingredients. Popular dishes include Afang soup, Edikang Ikong (vegetable soup), Atama soup, and Ekpang Nkukwo (a savory pudding made from grated cocoyam wrapped in leaves).

- Traditional Institutions: The Efik people have traditional institutions such as the Ekpe secret society, which plays a role in social organization, governance, and judicial matters within the community. The Obong of Calabar serves as the paramount ruler of the Efik kingdom, overseeing traditional ceremonies and representing the community's interests.

EVALUATION: 1. Briefly describe the history of the efik                         

  1. Describe 5 aspects of the culture and traditions of efik.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively