TERM – 1^ST TERM

WEEK TWELVE

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: THE EARLY PHASE OF BRITISH RULE 1900-1914

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

I.) Describe the arrangements made by the British for administering Nigeria.

II.) Discuss the native court and native authority systems.

III.) Discuss how various Nigerian peoples reacted to the British rule.

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 explains what arrangements was made by the British for administering Nigeria.

Students attentively listen to the teacher

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discuss the native court and native authority systems.

Teacher describe the how various Nigerian peoples reacted to the British rule.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

NOTE

THE EARLY PHASE OF BRITISH RULE 1900-1914

The arrangements made by the British for administering Nigeria

The British colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by a system of indirect rule, which aimed to govern the colony through existing indigenous political structures and institutions. This approach was largely influenced by the ideas of Lord Frederick Lugard, who served as the Governor-General of Nigeria during the early 20th century.

Under indirect rule, British colonial officials worked with local traditional rulers and chiefs, known as warrant chiefs, to implement colonial policies and maintain control over the population. The British provided support and legitimacy to these indigenous authorities, thereby ensuring their cooperation in governing the colony.

The native court and native authority systems

The native court system in colonial Nigeria served as a key component of the indirect rule system. These courts, presided over by traditional rulers and chiefs, were responsible for adjudicating disputes and enforcing customary law within local communities.

Native courts operated based on traditional legal customs and practices, with decisions often reflecting the cultural norms and values of the indigenous populations. Alongside the native court system, the British also established native authority structures, which consisted of local chiefs and councils appointed by colonial officials. These authorities were responsible for maintaining law and order, collecting taxes, and implementing colonial policies at the local level.

Nigerian peoples reaction to British rule

The reaction of Nigerian peoples to British rule was diverse and multifaceted, influenced by factors such as ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, and regional differences.

Some indigenous groups resisted British colonial rule through armed rebellion, such as the famous resistance movements led by figures like Oba Ovonramwen of Benin and Emir Usman dan Fodio of the Sokoto Caliphate. These resistance efforts were often driven by a desire to preserve traditional political systems, cultural practices, and religious beliefs against perceived colonial encroachment.

EVALUATION: I. Describe the arrangements made by the British for administering Nigeria.

II. Briefly discuss the native court and native authority systems.

III. Describe how various Nigerian peoples reacted to the British rule.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively

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