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THE IBRAHIM BABANGIDA REGIME, 1985-1993

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TERM – 3RD TERM

WEEK FOUR

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: THE IBRAHIM BABANGIDA REGIME, 1985-1993

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

I.) Describe the 1985 Military Coup                               

II.) Discuss the structure of the Babangida Government

III.) Identify the achievements of the Babangida administration             

IV.) Identify the failures of the Babangida Administration

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 the 1985 Military Coup                            and discuss the structure of the Babangida Government

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                         

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discusses the achievements and failures of the Babangida administration             

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 IBRAHIM BABANGIDA REGIME, 1985-1993

The 1985 Military Coup

 In 1985, Major General Ibrahim Babangida led a military coup that overthrew the government of Major General Muhammadu Buhari. The coup was prompted by dissatisfaction with Buhari's regime, particularly regarding his perceived inability to address Nigeria's economic challenges and his authoritarian style of governance.

Structure of the Babangida Government

Babangida's administration implemented a military junta system, with himself as the head of state. He appointed a Supreme Military Council (SMC) to advise him on governance matters. Additionally, he established a Federal Executive Council (FEC) comprised of civilian ministers and military officers to oversee government departments.

Achievements of the Babangida Administration

Babangida's administration made notable strides in various areas. Some achievements include the introduction of the Structural Adjustment Program (SAP) in 1986, aimed at revamping the economy through deregulation and privatization. The government also initiated infrastructural development projects, including road construction and telecommunications expansion. Furthermore, Babangida's administration promoted diplomatic relations and played a key role in peacekeeping efforts in several African countries.

Failures of the Babangida Administration

Despite its achievements, Babangida's government faced significant challenges and criticisms. The implementation of SAP led to economic hardships for many Nigerians, as inflation soared and living standards declined. Moreover, corruption became widespread during his tenure, undermining governance and eroding public trust. The annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, widely regarded as free and fair, also tarnished Babangida's legacy and contributed to political instability in Nigeria. Additionally, ethnic and religious tensions persisted, and human rights abuses were reported during his rule.

EVALUATION: 1. Discuss the structure of the Babangida Government

  1. Identify 4 achievements of the Babangida administration             
  2. Mention 4 failures of the Babangida Administration

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively