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JSS1 · Early Settlements · HIS/EST — JSS1.03

Early Settlements in Nigeria

Covers significant early Nigerian civilizations including Nok, Igbo-Ukwu, Ife, and Benin.

What students will learn

  • By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
  • Define early settlements in the context of Nigerian history.
  • Locate the Nok, Igbo-Ukwu, Ife, and Benin settlement sites on a map of Nigeria.
  • Describe the distinct archaeological findings and artistic features of the Nok and Igbo-Ukwu cultures.
  • Explain the key characteristics of Ife and Benin bronze and brass works.

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