Pre-Colonial Nigeria and Introduction to Nigeria

Pre-Colonial Nigeria and Introduction to Nigeria

Learning Objectives

At the end of the lesson you will be able to describe the geographical location and size of Nigeria. At the end of the lesson you will be able to identify Nigeria as the most populous black country in the world. At the end of the lesson you will be able to recognize Lagos as one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. At the end of the lesson you will be able to understand the administrative divisions of Nigeria including its states and the Federal Capital Territory.

What do you already know about Nigeria?

Geography of Nigeria

Nigeria is situated on the west coast of Africa and covers an area of 356,668 sq miles, roughly equivalent to the combined size of California, Nevada, and Utah.

Population of Nigeria

Nigeria is recognized as the most populous black nation in the world.

Major Cities in Nigeria

Lagos is the largest city in Nigeria and one of the largest metropolitan areas worldwide.

Administrative Divisions of Nigeria

Nigeria is divided into states and the Federal Capital Territory, where the capital city, Abuja, is located.

Definition List

Nigeria: A country located on the west coast of Africa, recognized as the most populous black nation in the world. Lagos: The largest city in Nigeria and one of the largest metropolitan areas worldwide. Federal Capital Territory: The region in Nigeria where the capital, Abuja, is situated.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.