Free and premium teaching resources and teacher worksheets for use with students in the classroom or at home, listed by subject. Take social studies, which enlightens kids about history, geography, music, and so much more. These may or may not actually be related to nigeria. Free printable geography worksheets student handouts. However, the implication of nigeria s electoral history for the enthronement of a democratic order is yet to be exhaustively explored. Nigerians enjoyed a few years of democracy before rule by various military. Marsicano 1 the political system of the united kingdom an introduction to the politics and parties of great britain microteaching tuesday february 23rd, 2016 christopher r. Reading comprehensions with references to nigeria this section lists reading comprehensions on with references to nigeria. This product aligns to the following georgia standards of excellence for 7th grade social studies. The intent of this standard is to provide the student with the historical background that led to conflict and change in africa today. Our collection of social studies worksheets complement classroom learning on. There are worksheets for all subjects, as well as ones regarding holidays, seasons, technology use and much more. An analysis grace malachi brown, phd department of history and diplomatic studies faculty of humanities rivers state university of education pmb 5047, rumuolumeni port harcourt, rivers state nigeria.
Precolonial nigeria this is a group project to help students realize that there were welldeveloped cultures in africa long before the arrival of europeans. On 1, october 1960, nigeria, after several years of british colonial rule, became an independent nation. A historian of the ottoman empire and modern turkey, he. Although the years since nigerias return to civilian rule in 1999 have seen an increased interest in its history and politics, nigeria remains one of the most underresearched african countries. Many worksheets require student participation by containing various types of questions, such as multiple choice, fill in. These readytouse printable worksheets will help you reinforce concepts and test your students comprehension.
Nigerias present democratization, which culminated in the countrys fourth republic on may 29, 1999, started amidst great hope and expectations. Nigerians enjoyed a few years of democracy before rule by various military dictatorships. He was declared the winner of the controversial nigerian general election of 2007, held on april 21, and was sworn in on may 29, 2007. After independence, the nigerian economy seemed very promising. It is obvious in nigerias political history and struggle for independence that the critical roles and leadership activities of major political parties. Within nigeria, slavery was widespread and bore social implications that are still evident. Having firmly and solemnly resolve, to live in unity and harmony as one indivisible and indissoluble sovereign nation under god, dedicated to the promotion of interafrican solidarity, world peace, international cooperation and understanding. Ib contemporary world history 12698 outline the nigerian civil war i. Ihonvbere the number one political contradiction or challenge in africa today is how to deal with the national question. The plateau area around jos was a meeting point for cultural influences from the upper niger valley where agriculture developed independently as early as 5000 bce and from egypt. In nigerias case, the lack of unity and support for the regime and, at times, for the very existence of nigeria have plagued it since the country gained its independence. Learn about the compass rose, key, and reading a street map, and other basic map skills with these worksheets. Be that as it may, the essence of democratic elections is that elections be.
The political and governmental history of nigeria nigerian. Passport to social studies grade 3, nigeria case study grade 3 social studies note to teachers. The continents history and the contradictions and engagements of the postcolonial era have precipitated deep political fault lines and congealed interests on. The nigerian civil war miamidade county public schools. Violence has continued to mar the conduct of almost all. Many different teaching approaches can bring history alive for your students. Under the 1999 constitution, executive power is vested in a president who serves as both the head of state and the chief executive, is directly elected to a fouryear term, and nominates the vice president and members of the cabinet. Nigeria has a population of 3 million, a landmass of 923,768km2, a bountiful endowment in arable land, solid minerals and petroleumgas resources. Since then, the nature of the democratic project has been the subject of debate in various circles. See benjamin obi nwabueze a constitutional history of nigeria c.
The three rs may receive all the big educational headlines, but that doesnt mean other subjects arent just as important. Origins of the war nigeria, a nation roughly the size of texas on africas west coast, has a larger population than any other african nation, and is home to over twohundred and fifty different ethnic groups. Nigeria has a long history, with its roots in early civilisations of distinguished artistry. Nigeria, july 2008 2 of slaves flowed north across the sahara for a millennium, ending only at the beginning of the twentieth century. Aside discussing the political parties in nigeria, this write up will equally discuss about the political history of nigeria. Earth day 1970 gave a voice to an emerging public consciousness about the state. Africa history unit information milestones domainweight. Culture of nigeria history, people, clothing, traditions. A new political philosophy for nigeria and other african countries, 1967. History of political parties in nigeria nigerian finder. This paper is a contribution to the debate on democratization and development in nigeria.
Discussion and notesthe legitimacy of some nations is disputed thro. It will also help them understand how poorly informed the british were when they arrived in this area of africa, believing that they were bringing civilization to the people already living there. Constitutionalism and the national question in nigeria. Ahistoryofnigeria nigeria is africas most populous country and the worlds eighth largest oil producer, but its success has been undermined in recent decades by ethnic and religious con. Islamist militant groups in the north and crossborder criminal activities may be. It operates the presidential system of government with three distinct but complementary arms namely the executive, the legislature and the judiciary, each acting as a check on. Printable worksheets for teachers k12 teachervision. In political systems in general, and in african politics in particular such act constitutes an important index of development or determination of politics anise,1974. Color political map of africa with corresponding printable worksheets. Add these printable history worksheets to your studies to reinforce your lessons and allow students to hone their knowledge of important historical events and people. A study of some selected local government areas in ondo state, nigeria. Nigeria has a long history, with its roots in early civilisations of distinguished.
Military and politics in nigeria the group of army officers involved in the military take over of janua ry 15, 1966, consisted of mostly southeastern igbo officers including major chukuma kaduna. Pdf although the years since nigerias return to civilian rule in 1999 have seen an increased interest in its history and politics, nigeria. Nigeria middle school world history and world geography. Political parties in nigeria are institutions set up for healthy competition among those vying for particular government offices in the land and there is a need to know and understand how nigerian politics and political parties have evolved by looking into the history of political parties in nigeria. Download all our resources for teachers, parents, and kids. Contriving the political history of a people should not be reprehensible, fictitious, vague and indistinct. Geographical location of nigeria the geographical location of the federal republic of nigeria is on the gulf of guinea in western africa. Standardselements this unit is designed to teach the basic vocabulary and concepts that go with the government, geography, economics, and history georgia performance standards. Oil exploration activities in the niger delta added another dimension to the. Use the printable worksheet at any time to study and to. The national democratic institute ndi is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, nongovernmental organization that responds to the aspirations of people around the world to live in democratic societies that recognize and promote basic human rights. Test your students knowledge of the major physical and political features of africa with these 3 free worksheets. On the political front, british colonial rule in what is now nigeria, essentially began from coastal areas with the.
There is a widened western educational gap between the north and south of nigeria with the predominantly muslim areas of the north lagging behind due to some historical antecedents. Journal of nigeria studies volume 1, number 2, fall 2012 political leadership and corruption in nigeria since 1960. History and development of political parties in nigeria. When in power, they seek to implement their vision. These terms will show up in each unit and on each major test we take as we go through this workbook. A history of identities, violence, and stability in nigeria by eghosa e. Nigeria is a young country, gaining independence from britain in 1960, which lead to civil war. Teacher worksheets history, social studies, science. The history of earth every year on april 22, earth day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. Any countrys political culture reflects the impact of its history on the way people think about politics and their society as a whole. Toyin falola, a leading historian intimately acquainted.
The questions on the quiz and worksheet test what you know about the country of nigeria, the money they use there and the important cities in that country. The current political system and political hierarchy in nigeria is still inflicted with certain problems which may lead to political unrest. A number of key features of nigerias political history and underlying. National council of nigeria and the cameroons ncnc. World war one crossword 2 another crossword with clues relating to world war on. Dahl 1995 considers political systems to be the boundaries governance rules that limit opportunities for participation in. Nigeria is a famous country with more than one hundred and forty million population. Assortment of free printable worksheets and more for use in grades k12 main geography page. In democratic systems, political parties compete for support, mobilizing support behind distinct sets of policy proposals and political values. Nigeria department of field support cartographic section map no. Political leadership and corruption in nigeria since 1960. This newly formed country would go on to become a republic three years down the line on 1, october, 1963.
In 1959, there were three political parties in the country and they include the following. As per the constitution the political hierarchy in nigeria must be bound together by a federal arrangement that includes different levels of government. World war 1 world war 2 vietnam war american civil war. Constitutionalism and the national question in nigeria julius o. An appraisal of precipitating factors in nigeria olayiwola victor ojo m sc political science, university of ilorin, ilorin, nigeria abstract nigerias electoral politics from independence has been tumultuous. In this lesson, learn about the history of the young country of nigeria, which gained independence from britain in 1960. This is a short history of africa excluding egypt, ethiopia and dutch and british south africa, which are the subjects of separate histories. Colonialism is a major feature of the economic history of nigeria. Abstract this paper examined the extent to which the citizens are involved in political activities. The history of nigeria can be traced to prehistoric settlers nigerians living in the area as early.
Geography of africa worksheets by khan ink teachers pay. Geographical, historical and political profiles of nigeria 1. It also focuses attention on party system the history of political party in nigeria and political party affiliations. It is between benin in the west and cameroon in the east. This is as a result of the undemocratic tendencies, deception, violence and uncertainties that characterize the political. Jan 10, 2016 political history of nigeria since independence 1960 till date introduction by the time nigeria gained its independence, it was entering a period of rapid social and economic change, and many people were quite optimistic about its future.
Nigeria has the highest rate of twin births per year globally. Resources for teaching and learning in the classroom or at home. An appraisal of precipitating factors in nigeria olayiwola victor ojo m sc political science, university of ilorin, ilorin, nigeria abstract nigeria s electoral politics from independence has been tumultuous. The main objective of the study is to analyse the historical and dynamic composition of the. Nigeria s movie production industry, nicknamed nollywood, is the secondlargest in the world by volume. The colonial history of nigeria and its accompanied relics deserve immediate revisiting, as such narratives arguably do not recognize or uphold true depictions of nigeria. Introduction nigeria is usually characterised as a deeply divided state in which major political issues are vigorously some would say violently contested along the lines of the complex. Although these western empires had little political influence on the nigerian. In this political systems activity, students compare and contrast the political systems of african cultures. Name the 54 numbered countriesstudents can use research skills to name the 54 currently recognized nations of africa. History of political parties in nigeria will never be complete if mention is not made of the various political bigwigs in the history of this country. The sixteenth century marked a high point in the political history of northern nigeria. During this period, the songhai empire reached its greatest limits, stretching from the senegal and gambia rivers in the far west and incorporating part of hausaland in the east.
The history of nigeria can be traced to prehistoric settlers nigerians living in the area as early as 1100 bc. A chronology of key events in the history of nigeria from its earliest civilisations to the present day. This also means that individuals are likely to support political leaders from their own communities or ethnic groups, in the hope that they will benefit. Kidskonnect is a growing library of highquality, printable worksheets for teachers and homeschoolers. Abstractafter 55 years of political independence, nigeria continues to grapple with the challenges of democratic transformation and good governance. In this nigeria worksheet, students read the history of the nigerian flag, and directions on how to color it. This post is about the governmental and political history of nigeria. Many saw nigeria, with 15% of africas population, as an emerging economy.
Although it is an oilrich country, fluctuation in world petroleum prices after the 1980s caused great economic instability in the country. Although the years since nigeria s return to civilian rule in 1999 have seen an increased interest in its history and politics, nigeria remains one of the most underresearched african countries. Party system and nigeria political development projectclue. The history domain focuses primarily on significant events in the past century.
Library of congress federal research division country profile. To gain weight and conform with african standards of beauty, nigerian girls can consume food all day in fattening rooms. A series of unfortunate political and economic events have stalled nigerian growth. Evidence of corruption and the influence of social norms. Introduction nigeria and nigerians have been caught in the frenzy of centenary celebration. Britain eventually gained control of nigerian administration. Nigeria became a federal republic, modelling its federal. Check your understanding of democracy in nigeria with these interactive assessment tools. This page has craft activities and printable worksheets for teaching young students about native american culture and history. Educational policy in nigeria from the colonial era to the. Some of the history of these countries, however, is naturally mentioned in this history of the rest of africa but is kept to the minimum needed to make the rest comprehensible. The first set of political parties to be formed in nigeria was formed.
As we prepare to mark 50 years of earth day in 2020, lets take a look at the last halfcentury of mobilization for action. The political climate was particularly unstable during the late 20th century, when elected governments were repeatedly ousted by military coups. World war one worksheets world war one crossword a crossword with clues relating to world war one. In nigeria, politics is seen by a number of people as a dirty game which must be avoided. Abuja has been the capital of nigeria since december 12, 1991. In opposition, they critique or present alternatives to ruling party proposals, helping to hold the. He served as governor of katsina state in northern nigeria between may 29, 1999 and may 28, 2007. The study adopted both qualitative and quantitative means of data collection. Islam reached nigeria through the borno empire between 1068 ad and hausa states. A history of identities, violence, and stability in nigeria.
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