Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 4 History. In our previous lesson, we learned about Colonial Administrative Headquarters of British Protectorate – The Year They Were Made Headquarters. Today, we’re going to learn about Federal Capitals.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to: * State the first federal capital of Nigeria. * Mention the year it was made the federal capital. * Mention the name of the then head of state.
Federal Capitals
The capital of a country is the center of its government and administration. It’s where important decisions are made and where the country’s leaders work.
What is the First Federal Capital of Nigeria?
The first federal capital of Nigeria was Lagos. Lagos is a major city located in southwestern Nigeria. It was chosen as the capital because it was a major trading center and had a well-developed infrastructure.
Lagos as the First Capital
Lagos was made the federal capital of Nigeria in 1914. This was during the colonial era, when Nigeria was under British rule. Lagos was chosen as the capital because it was a strategic location for the British to control trade and administration in the region.
The Year it Became the Capital
Lagos became the federal capital in 1914. This was a significant year in Nigerian history, as it marked the beginning of British colonial rule in the country.
The Name of the Then Head of State
The head of state when Lagos was the federal capital was Lord Frederick Lugard. He was the Governor-General of Nigeria from 1914 to 1919. He played a key role in establishing British colonial rule in Nigeria and in making Lagos the capital.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about Federal Capitals, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What was the first federal capital of Nigeria?
- In which year did Lagos become the federal capital?
- Who was the head of state when Lagos was the capital?
- Why was Lagos chosen as the first federal capital of Nigeria?
- What are some of the reasons why the capital of Nigeria was later moved from Lagos to Abuja?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about the first federal capital of Nigeria, Lagos. We learned that it was made the capital in 1914 and that Lord Frederick Lugard was the head of state at the time. Remember, understanding our history helps us appreciate how our country has developed over time. Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
