10th June 2020

GRADE 4 : HISTORY AND CURRENT AFFAIRS : WEEK 1

TERM/WEEK: THIRD TERM/WEEK 1

DATE: 3rd June 2020

CLASS: Grade 4

SUBJECT: History

Topic: Important Places in Nigeria (Tourist Sites)

Reference: Google Search

Brief Explanation:

There are places in Nigeria that can attract worldwide attention. These places are not just a physical edifice but places of natural and physical value. These places depict historical significance and outstanding beauty.

Notes for the Pupils

Important places in Nigeria include:

  1. Olumo Rock in Ogun state.
  2. Yankari Game Reserve Bauchi State.
  3. Lekki Conservation Centre Lagos State.
  4. Zuma Rock (It is said to have a human face) Abuja.
  5. Hi-impact Planet Lagos Sate.
  6. Aso Rock – Abuja
  7. Agodi Gardens – Oyo State.
  8. Kajuru Castle – Kaduna State.
  9. Tarway Bay Beach – Lagos State.
  10. Obudu Cattle Ranch – Cross River.
  11. Eleko Beach – Lagos.
  12. Osun Sacred Grove – Osun State.
  13. Kano City Walls – Kano State.

Waterfalls

  1. The Matsirga Waterfall – Kafanchan in Kaduna State.
  2. The Obudu Waterfall – Cross River State.
  3. The Kwa Waterfall – Cross River State.
  4. Agbokim waterfall – Cross River State.
  5. The Assop Waterfall – Plateau State.

Dams and Reservoirs in Nigeria

  1. Kainji Dam – Niger State.
  2. Jebba Dam – Niger State.
  3. Jibiya Dam – Katsina State.
  4. Kafin Zaki Dam – Bauchi state.

Exercises/Assignments

  1. Where in Cross River State can you find Agbokim Waterfall
  2. List 5 tourist attraction sites in Nigeria.
  3. Is the Central Bank of Nigeria an important place in the country? Give your reasons.