Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 4 History. In our previous lesson, we learned about State Creation in Nigeria – Meaning, Reasons, Names & Number of States Created in 1967. Today, we’re going to learn about State Creation in Nigeria.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Identify the head of state in 1967.
- Name the governors of states created in 1967.
State Creation In Nigeria
What is State Creation?
State creation is the process of dividing a country into smaller administrative units called states. This can be done for various reasons, such as:
- To improve governance and administration.
- To promote regional development.
- To address ethnic or cultural differences.
- To ensure representation and inclusivity.
Name Of The Head Of State And Governors In 1967
In 1967, Nigeria experienced a significant event: the creation of new states. This event had a profound impact on the country’s political landscape and governance.
Head of State in 1967
The Head of State in Nigeria in 1967 was General Yakubu Gowon. He played a crucial role in the creation of the new states.
Governors of States Created in 1967
The states created in 1967 were:
- East-Central State – Head of State: Odumegwu Ojukwu (Later changed to Imo and Anambra States)
- North-Central State – Head of State: Joseph Gomwalk
- South-Eastern State – Head of State: David Ejoor (Later changed to Cross River and Akwa Ibom States)
- North-Western State – Head of State: Usman Faruk
- South-Western State – Head of State: Adekunle Fajuyi (Later changed to Oyo, Ogun, and Ondo States)
Name Of Governors In 1967
- East-Central State: Governor: Ukpabi Asika
- North-Central State: Governor: Abba Kyari
- South-Eastern State: Governor: Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu (Initially, later changed to Cross River and Akwa Ibom States)
- North-Western State: Governor: Usman Faruk
- South-Western State: Governor: Francis Adekunle Fajuyi (Initially, later changed to Oyo, Ogun, and Ondo States)
Evaluation:
Now that you’ve learned about State Creation in Nigeria, let’s see if you can answer these questions: 1. Who was the head of state in Nigeria in 1967? 2. Can you name any governors of states created in 1967? 3. Why do you think the creation of states in 1967 was important? 4. What are some of the challenges and benefits of state creation?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about the creation of states in Nigeria in 1967 and the key figures involved. Remember, understanding historical events like this helps us appreciate the development of our country. 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!
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