subsistence farmers only grow enough food to feed themselves and their families

chemical substance that is formed naturally and is found in the ground or in rocks

hydroelectric power generates electricity by using water

a shrub or tree that grows in coastal water and has roots that grow above ground

Contrasting physical landscapes of Nigeria

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about how the physical and human geography of Nigeria has led to its current status within the African continent. Pupils will learn about how people and places differ within Nigeria and how this affects development patterns across the country.

Nigeria: An African superpower?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Farmers who grow just enough food for their family

Which part of Nigeria is famous for mangrove swamps?

How would you describe Nigeria’s physical geography?

Is Nigeria north or south of the Equator?

Nigeria is the most populated country in which continent?

Which of these natural features runs through Nigeria?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Contrasting physical landscapes of Nigeria

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.