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PCR331Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

History of Conflicts in Nigeria

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the history of conflicts in Nigeria. It examines the meaning of conflict, its types, and modes, as well as the factors that contribute to conflict resurgence and escalation. The course also delves into the political structures in pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial Nigeria, analyzing their role in conflict dynamics. Furthermore, it explores the process of war-making, treaties, and agreements, and their impact on conflict situations.

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40h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

ConflictNigeriaHistoryPolitical StructuresTreaties

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Meaning of Conflict

2

Types and Modes of Conflict

3

Conflict Resurgence and Escalation

4

Political Structures in Nigeria

5

Process of War Making

6

Treaties and Agreements

Total Topics6 topics

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No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Definition of Conflict

8h

Unit 1: Meaning of Conflict

4 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Understanding the meaning of conflict, its various definitions, and its relevance to human interactions.
•Analyze human behaviors in conflict situations, focusing on struggle, exploitation, competition, and inequality.
•Discuss conflict prevention and resolution strategies with real-world examples.

Unit 2: Types and Modes of Conflict

4 study hours

•Explore the different types of conflict, including political, economic, gender-based, and religious conflicts.
•Examine the modes of conflict, such as organizational, international, and environmental resource conflicts.
•Integrate the types and modes of conflict to explain specific conflict situations in Nigeria.

Week

2

Module 1: Definition of Conflict

8h

Unit 3: Conflict Resurgence and Escalation

4 study hours

•Examine the factors that contribute to conflict resurgence, such as breached peace processes and the emergence of new generations.
•Differentiate between conflict resurgence and escalation, identifying human behaviors that can escalate conflict.
•Analyze real-world examples of conflict resurgence and escalation in Nigeria.

Unit 4: Concept of Peace

4 study hours

•Explore the concept of peace, its definition, and its importance in resolving conflict situations.
•Highlight major processes in peace building, including participatory planning, coordination, and sustainable investment.
•Appraise the concepts of negotiation, mediation, and diplomacy in achieving peace.

Week

3

Module 2: Political Structures

5h

Unit 1: Political Structures in Pre-Colonial Nigeria

5 study hours

•Describe the political structures of different groups in pre-colonial Nigeria, including the Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa.
•Differentiate between the political structures of centralized and non-centralized societies.
•Analyze the functions of office in each group, focusing on the roles of chiefs, councils, and other key figures.

Week

4

Module 2: Political Structures

5h

Unit 2: Political Structures in Colonial Nigeria

5 study hours

•Discuss the Indirect Rule Policy and its impact on traditional rulers and local governance.
•Identify and explain the political structure of British colonial administration, including the Legislative and Executive Councils.
•Comment on the changing role of traditional rulers in the colonial period.

Week

5

Module 2: Political Structures

5h

Unit 3: Political Structures in Post-Colonial Nigeria

5 study hours

•Define the three arms of government (legislative, executive, and judiciary) in post-colonial Nigeria.
•Highlight the offices in each arm and describe their functions.
•Examine the composition of regional administration in post-colonial Nigeria before military take-over of government.

Week

6

Module 2: Political Structures

5h

Unit 4: Analysis of Political Systems in Nigeria

5 study hours

•Analyze constitutional developments in Nigeria, differentiating the nature of political systems before and after 1900.
•Highlight the political systems that emerged in Nigeria, such as federalism and democracy.
•Identify the emergence and purpose of political parties in Nigeria.

Week

7

Module 3: Process of War Making

6h

Unit 1: Process of War Making (with Particular Reference to Yorubaland)

6 study hours

•Explain the war titles and their significance in Yoruba warfare.
•Describe the rules and methods in war making, including tactics and communication systems.
•Analyze the tactics and communication systems used in Yoruba wars.

Week

8

Module 3: Process of War Making

6h

Unit 2: Weapons of War in Yorubaland

6 study hours

•State the weapons used in Yoruba warfare and describe their nature and uses.
•Explain the importance of auxiliary weapons, such as charms and drums, in war.
•Discuss the role of music, war songs, and war dances in Yoruba warfare.

Week

9

Module 4: Origin and Causes of Conflict

5h

Unit 1: Origin and Causes of Conflict in Pre-Colonial Nigeria

5 study hours

•Analyze the origin and causes of conflict in pre-colonial Nigeria, focusing on the Yoruba and Hausa/Fulani societies.
•Compare the nature of wars in Hausaland and Yorubaland.
•Determine the origin and causes of conflicts in non-centralized states.

Week

10

Module 4: Origin and Causes of Conflict

5h

Unit 2: Origin and Causes of Conflict in Colonial Nigeria

5 study hours

•Describe the impact of indirect rule and the regional system on conflict issues in colonial Nigeria.
•Analyze critically the Kano Riot of 1953 and its significance in the lead up to independence.
•Discuss the common causes of war in the three dominant ethnic groups in Nigeria before 1914.

Week

11

Module 4: Origin and Causes of Conflict

5h

Unit 3: Origin and Causes of Conflict in Post-Colonial Nigeria 1960-1970

5 study hours

•Examine the immediate contentious issues that plagued Nigeria after independence in 1960.
•Analyze the role of the military in solving conflict situations in post-colonial Nigeria.
•Highlight factors that contributed to the failure of the Nigerian government from 1960 to 1966.

Week

12

Module 4: Origin and Causes of Conflict

5h

Unit 4: Conflicts and Peace Processes in the Post-Civil War Period 1970 -1993

5 study hours

•Explain in detail the remote and immediate causes of the Nigerian Civil War.
•Discuss the factors responsible for the failure of Nigeria's 1st Republic.
•Analyze the role of the military in solving conflict situations.

Week

13

Final Revision

8h

Final Revision

8 study hours

•Review all modules and units covered in the course.
•Focus on key concepts, theories, and historical events.
•Prepare for the final examination by practicing with sample questions and exercises.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events and conflicts discussed in the course.

2

Develop concept maps linking different types and modes of conflict.

3

Practice analyzing case studies of conflict situations in Nigeria.

4

Review the treaties and agreements discussed in Module 5, focusing on their key provisions and impact.

5

Focus on understanding the underlying causes of conflict, rather than just memorizing facts.

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