Traditioanl Administration System in Nigeria
- Management Sciences
- 300 level
- 3 credit units
- 166 pages
- 27 units
This course, Traditional Administrative Systems in Nigeria, is designed for students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration. It provides a comprehensive review of the historical analysis of pre-colonial political, social, economic, cultural, judicial, and administrative systems of various ethnic groups in Nigeria. The course explores the history of conquests by traditional rulers and the relevance of traditional administration in contemporary democracy.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study, problem solving
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PAD302, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PAD302 · UNIT 2 CHARACTERISTIC OF PRECOLONIAL TRADITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEM
The Characteristics of Traditional Administrative system of the various kingdoms in Nigeria have some unique features that shows some similarity and differences. This can be seen clearly as shown through the lens of the three major kingdoms in Nigeria.
What you should be able to do
- Discuss the nature of culture and tradition within a locality.
- Analyze the appointment or selection process of traditional rulers.
- Demonstrate knowledge of cultural elements using local examples.
- Evaluate the differences between traditional and contemporary administrative systems.
- Explain the evolutionary trends in traditional rulers and institutions.
What it prepares you for
- Public Administrator
- Policy Analyst
- Community Development Officer
- Governance Expert
- Conflict Resolution Specialist
- Government
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Community Development
- Traditional Institutions
- Research and Academia
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: The Hausa and the Fulani kingdom
Unit 4: Fulani Conquest of Hausaland
Understanding the complex interplay of religious, political, and economic factors that led to the Fulani Jihad requires critical analysis.
- Module 4: The Origins of the Yoruba
Unit 3: Government of Oyo Empire
The intricate system of checks and balances in the Oyo Empire requires a deep understanding of its political structure.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Traditional Administrative System
Unit 1: Traditional Administrative System · 2 hours
Read the introduction to understand the importance of culture and tradition in traditional administrative systems.. Define culture and tradition, and explain their influence on societal administration.. Differentiate between public administration and traditional administration..
- Week 2Module 1: Traditional Administrative System
Unit 2: Characteristic of Precolonial Traditional Administrative System · 2 hours
Discuss the characteristics of pre-colonial traditional administrative systems.. Analyze the nature of traditional rulership in the postcolonial era.. Evaluate the differences between Yoruba and Igbo traditional administrative systems..
- Week 3Module 1: Traditional Administrative System
Unit 3: Traditional Rulers in The Contemporary Nigeria · 2 hours
Examine the role of traditional rulers in contemporary Nigeria.. Discuss the functions of traditional rulers in community development.. Analyze the roles of traditional rulers in security administration..
- Week 4Module 2: The Kanem Bornu Empire
Unit 1: The Kanem Bornu Empire · 2 hours
Discuss the contributions of early rulers of the Kanem Bornu Empire.. Analyze the historical background of the Kanem Bornu Empire.. Evaluate the performance of early and later rulers..
- Week 5Module 2: The Kanem Bornu Empire
Unit 2: The Kanem Bornu Empire · 2 hours
Discuss the contributions of Ali Ghaji to the development of Kanem Bornu.. Analyze the role of Mai Idris Alooma in the development of Kanem Bornu.. Evaluate the performance of early and later rulers..
- Week 6Module 2: The Kanem Bornu Empire
Unit 3: Organisation of The Kanem- Bornu Empire · 2 hours
Discuss the political and military organization of the Kanem Bornu Empire.. Analyze the performance of Al-Kanemi.. Evaluate the political administration of the Kanem Bornu Empire..
- Week 7Module 2: The Kanem Bornu Empire
Unit 4: The Last Phase of the Kanem-Bornu Empire · 2 hours
Discuss the last phase of the Kanem-Bornu Empire.. Analyze the tenure of one leader of the Kanem Bornu Empire.. Evaluate the performance of early and later rulers..
- Week 8Module 2: The Kanem Bornu Empire
Unit 5: The Sayfawa Dynasty · 2 hours
Discuss the last phase of the Kanem-Bornu Empire.. Analyze the tenure of one leader of the Kanem Bornu Empire.. Evaluate the performance of early and later rulers..
- Week 9Module 3: The Hausa and the Fulani kingdom
Unit 1: The Hausa and the Fulani kingdom · 2 hours
Discuss the contributions of outstanding rulers of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Analyze the traditional administration of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Evaluate the consequences of the Fulani conquest of Hausaland..
- Week 10Module 3: The Hausa and the Fulani kingdom
Unit 2: Growth and Organisation of the Hausa and the Fulani Kingdom · 2 hours
Discuss the contributions of outstanding rulers of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Analyze the traditional administration of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Evaluate the consequences of the Fulani conquest of Hausaland..
- Week 11Module 3: The Hausa and the Fulani kingdom
Unit 3: Some Outstanding Hausa Rulers · 2 hours
Discuss the contributions of outstanding rulers of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Analyze the traditional administration of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Evaluate the consequences of the Fulani conquest of Hausaland..
- Week 12Module 3: The Hausa and the Fulani kingdom
Unit 4: Fulani Conquest of Hausaland · 2 hours
Discuss the contributions of outstanding rulers of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Analyze the traditional administration of the Hausa and Fulani Empire.. Evaluate the consequences of the Fulani conquest of Hausaland..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 4 hours
Review all modules and units.. Work on assignments and prepare for final examinations..
Preparing for the exam
- Create comparative charts outlining the administrative structures of Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa-Fulani systems.
- Focus on the roles and functions of traditional rulers in pre-colonial and post-colonial Nigeria.
- Develop timelines of key events in the Kanem-Bornu and Oyo Empires.
- Practice essay questions comparing and contrasting centralized and decentralized administrative systems.
- Review the impact of colonialism on traditional administrative systems in Nigeria.
Questions students ask about this course
What is PAD302 about?
This course, Traditional Administrative Systems in Nigeria, is designed for students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration. It provides a comprehensive review of the historical analysis of pre-colonial political, social, economic, cultural, judicial, and administrative systems of various ethnic groups in Nigeria. The course explores the history of conquests by traditional rulers and the relevance of traditional administration in contemporary democracy.
How many units does PAD302 have?
PAD302, Traditioanl Administration System in Nigeria, has 27 units across 8 modules, over 166 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PAD302?
PAD302 carries 3 credit units, at 300 level in Management Sciences.
Is PAD302 hard?
PAD302 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, case study and problem solving work.
How long does PAD302 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 27 units.
How is PAD302 assessed?
PAD302 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with PAD302?
Public Administrator, Policy Analyst, Community Development Officer, Governance Expert and Conflict Resolution Specialist.