Similarities Between Ethnicity and Tribalism: Similarities, Differences and Tribes in Nigeria | Primary 4 (Basic 4) Third Term Week 10 Civic Education

SIMILARITIES BETWEEN ETHNICITY AND TRIBALISM: SIMILARITIES, DIFFERENCES AND TRIBES IN NIGERIA 

CIVIC EDUCATION

PRIMARY 4 – THIRD TERM – WEEK 10

THEME – NATIONAL VALUES EDUCATION 

PREVIOUS LESSON – Similarities Between Ethnicity and Tribalism: Differences and Tribal Intolerance in Nigeria | Primary 4 (Basic 4) Third Term Week 9 Civic Education

TOPIC – SIMILARITIES BETWEEN ETHNICITY AND TRIBALISM 

LEARNING 

1. Introduction

2. Meaning, Similarities and Differences between Tribalism and Ethnicity

3. Meaning and Examples of Tribes in Nigeria

4. Importance of Respecting Different Tribes in Nigeria

5. Weekly Assessment: Test Questions and Answers/Assignment

7. Summary

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of ethnicity.

2. Explain the meaning of tribalism.

3. State at least three similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.

4. Mention at least three differences between ethnicity and tribalism.

5. Explain the meaning of a tribe.

6. Mention at least five tribes or ethnic groups in Nigeria.

7. Explain the importance of respecting different tribes and ethnic groups.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

Pupils have previously learned about the meaning of ethnicity, tribalism, and tribal intolerance.

This lesson builds on that knowledge by teaching pupils about the similarities and differences between ethnicity and tribalism and examples of tribes and ethnic groups in Nigeria.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

1. Pictures of different Nigerian ethnic groups

2. Map of Nigeria

3. Pictures showing different Nigerian cultures

4. Charts showing tribes and ethnic groups

5. Flashcards

METHOD OF TEACHING

Choose a suitable and appropriate methods for the lessons.

Note – Irrespective of choosing methods of teaching, always introduce an activities that will arouse pupil’s interest or lead them to the lessons. 

REFERENCE MATERIALS

1. Scheme of Work

2. 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum

3. Course Book

4. All Relevant Material

5. Online Information

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

INTRODUCTION

Nigeria is made up of many tribes and ethnic groups with different languages, cultures, traditions, and backgrounds. These groups are an important part of Nigeria’s cultural diversity.

Ethnicity means the shared identity and background of a group, while tribalism means unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group. Tribes and ethnic groups should be respected and treated fairly.

In this lesson, pupils will learn about the similarities and differences between ethnicity and tribalism, and examples of tribes and ethnic groups in Nigeria.

LESSON 1 – (REVISION) MEANING OF ETHNICITY

Ethnicity is the identity of a group of people who share common culture, language, traditions, history, or background.

MEANING OF TRIBALISM

Tribalism is unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group, especially when a person treats other groups unfairly.

SIMILARITIES BETWEEN ETHNICITY AND TRIBALISM

Ethnicity and tribalism are related because:

1. Both are connected to ethnic groups.

2. Both involve people’s culture and traditions.

3. Both can influence how people identify with a group.

4. Both can affect relationships between different groups.

5. Both may influence people’s attitudes towards other ethnic groups.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ETHNICITY AND TRIBALISM

1. Ethnicity describes the shared identity and background of a group.

2. Tribalism means giving unfair preference to one’s own ethnic group.

3. Ethnicity is not necessarily harmful.

4. Tribalism can lead to discrimination, division, and conflict.

LESSON 2 – MEANING OF TRIBE

A tribe is a group of people who share a common culture, language, traditions, or ancestry.

Nigeria has many tribes and ethnic groups.

Examples of Tribes and Ethnic Groups in Nigeria

Examples of Tribes and Ethnic Groups in Nigeria:

1. Yoruba – Mainly found in South-Western Nigeria.

2. Hausa – Mainly found in Northern Nigeria.

3. Igbo – Mainly found in South-Eastern Nigeria.

4. Ijaw – Mainly found in the Niger Delta region.

5. Kanuri – Mainly found in North-Eastern Nigeria.

6. Tiv – Mainly found in Benue State and parts of North-Central Nigeria.

7. Edo – Mainly found in Edo State and surrounding areas.

8. Ibibio – Mainly found in Akwa Ibom State and surrounding areas.

9. Efik – Mainly found in Cross River State and surrounding areas.

10. Urhobo – Mainly found in Delta State.

LESSON 3 – IMPORTANCE OF RESPECTING DIFFERENT TRIBES

We should respect different tribes because it:

1. Promotes peace.

2. Encourages unity.

3. Reduces discrimination.

4. Promotes cooperation.

5. Helps people live together peacefully.

6. Supports national development.

WEEKLY ASSESSMENT: TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/ASSIGNMENT 

A. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ethnicity is the shared ______ of a group of people.

A. occupation

B. money

C. property

D. identity and background

2. Tribalism means ______.

A. treating everyone equally

B. respecting all ethnic groups

C. unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group

D. promoting national unity

3. Which of the following is a similarity between ethnicity and tribalism? 

A. Both cause poverty.

B. Both mean fighting.

C. Both mean discrimination.

D. Both are related to ethnic groups.

4. A tribe is a group of people who share common ______.

A. culture, language, or traditions

B. cars

C. schools

D. houses

5. Which of the following is an example of an ethnic group in Nigeria?

A. Europe

B. Yoruba

C. America

D. Asia

B. Fill in the Gaps

Use the following words to complete the sentences: unity, ethnicity, tribe, tribalism, culture

6. ______ is the shared identity and background of a group.

7. Unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group is called ______.

8. A group of people who share common culture and traditions is called a ______.

9. Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo are examples of ethnic groups with different ______ and traditions.

10. Respecting different ethnic groups promotes national ______.

C. True or False

11. Ethnicity is related to the identity of a group. ______

12. Tribalism means treating everyone equally. ______

13. Ethnicity and tribalism are both related to ethnic groups. ______

14. Nigeria has few tribes and ethnic groups. ______

15. Respecting different tribes promotes hatred and disunity. ______

D. Matching

16. Ethnicity – A. Mainly found in South-Western Nigeria

17. Tribalism – B. Shared identity and background of a group

18. Tribe – C. Mainly found in Northern Nigeria

19. Yoruba – D. Group of people sharing common culture and traditions

20. Hausa – E. Unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group

ANSWER KEYS

1. D 2. C 3. D 4. A 5. B

B. Fill in the Gaps

6. ethnicity

7. tribalism

8. tribe

9. culture

10. unity

11. True

12. False

13. True

14. False

15. False

16. Ethnicity – B. Shared identity and background of a group

17. Tribalism – E. Unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group

18. Tribe – D. Group of people sharing common culture and traditions

19. Yoruba – A. Mainly found in South-Western Nigeria

20. Hausa – C. Mainly found in Northern Nigeria

SUMMARY

In this lesson, pupils learned that ethnicity is the shared identity and background of a group based on culture, language, traditions, history, or ancestry.

They learned that tribalism means giving unfair favour to one’s own ethnic group. They also learned that a tribe is a group of people who share common culture, language, traditions, or ancestry.

Examples of tribes and ethnic groups in Nigeria include Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, Ijaw, Kanuri, Tiv, Edo, Ibibio, Efik, and Urhobo.

Pupils also learned that people should respect different tribes and ethnic groups because respect promotes peace, unity, cooperation, and national development.

PRESENTATION

To deliver the lesson, the teacher adopts the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

The teacher displays pictures of Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, Ijaw, Kanuri, Tiv, Edo, Ibibio, Efik, and Urhobo people and their cultural activities.

The teacher asks:

• What ethnic groups do you know?

• What makes ethnic groups different?

• Why should we respect people from different ethnic groups?

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils observe the pictures and answer the questions.

Step 2: Meaning of Ethnicity

The teacher explains that ethnicity is the shared identity and background of a group of people based on culture, language, traditions, history, or ancestry.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils listen and mention examples of ethnic groups they know.

Step 3: Meaning of Tribalism

The teacher explains that tribalism is unfair favour towards one’s own ethnic group.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils give examples of fair and unfair treatment of people from different ethnic groups.

Step 4: Similarities Between Ethnicity and Tribalism

The teacher explains that ethnicity and tribalism:

• Are related to ethnic groups.

• Involve people’s culture and traditions.

• Can influence people’s identity.

• Can affect relationships between different groups.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils state some similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.

Step 5: Differences Between Ethnicity and Tribalism

The teacher explains that:

• Ethnicity describes the shared identity and background of a group.

• Tribalism involves unfair preference for one’s own ethnic group.

• Ethnicity is not necessarily harmful.

• Tribalism can cause discrimination, division, and conflict.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils state the differences between ethnicity and tribalism.

Step 6: Meaning of Tribe

The teacher explains that a tribe is a group of people who share common culture, language, traditions, or ancestry.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils mention tribes and ethnic groups they know.

Step 7: Examples of Tribes and Ethnic Groups in Nigeria

The teacher introduces the following examples:

• Yoruba

• Hausa

• Igbo

• Ijaw

• Kanuri

• Tiv

• Edo

• Ibibio

• Efik

• Urhobo

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils identify the groups and mention some cultural features they know about them.

Step 8: Importance of Respecting Different Tribes

The teacher explains that respecting different tribes:

• Promotes peace.

• Encourages unity.

• Reduces discrimination.

• Promotes cooperation.

• Helps people live together peacefully.

• Supports national development.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils state ways of showing respect for people from other ethnic groups.

Step 9: Group Activity

The teacher divides the pupils into groups:

• Group 1: Explain the meaning of ethnicity.

• Group 2: Explain the meaning of tribalism and state three differences between ethnicity and tribalism.

• Group 3: List ten tribes or ethnic groups in Nigeria.

• Group 4: State five reasons why Nigerians should respect different tribes.

Each group presents its work to the class.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils discuss, write, and present their answers.

Step 10: Lesson Summary

The teacher reviews the meaning, similarities and differences between ethnicity and tribalism, meaning of tribe, and examples of tribes and ethnic groups in Nigeria.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils answer oral questions and summarise the lesson.

Step 11: Evaluation

The teacher gives pupils the practice exercise.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils complete the Multiple Choice, Fill in the Gaps, True or False, and Matching questions.

CONCLUSION

To conclude the lesson for the week, the teacher revises the entire lesson and links it to the following week’s lesson.

NEXT LESSON

LESSON EVALUATION 

Teacher asks pupils to,

1. Explain the meaning of ethnicity.

2. Explain the meaning of tribalism.

3. Explain the meaning of a tribe.

4. State at least three similarities between ethnicity and tribalism.

5. State at least three differences between ethnicity and tribalism.

6. Mention at least five tribes or ethnic groups in Nigeria.

7. Explain why people should respect different tribes and ethnic groups.