Civic Education SSS 1

Civic Education – SSS 1 | Strengthening National Awareness and Civic Responsibility

The SSS 1 Civic Education course expands learners’ understanding of citizenship, government, and civic duties.
It helps students grasp how governance systems function, the role of citizens in maintaining democratic stability,
and the importance of moral values in leadership and public life.

Through engaging lessons and real-life examples, learners examine topics such as human rights,
rule of law, leadership ethics, and public accountability.
The course encourages critical thinking about national issues and motivates students to participate actively in
promoting justice, peace, and progress in Nigeria.

What You’ll Learn

• Citizenship and Civic Roles: Understand what it means to be a responsible and active citizen.


• Human Rights and the Rule of Law: Explore the importance of justice, fairness, and equality before the law.


• Government and Democracy: Learn about the arms of government, their roles, and how democracy promotes good governance.


• Leadership and Values: Identify ethical leadership qualities and the importance of integrity in public service.


• Public Accountability: Understand transparency and why leaders must be accountable to the people.


• National Development: Discover how responsible citizenship contributes to peace, unity, and economic progress.

Learning Approach

Lessons combine video teaching, interactive discussions, and
case studies that connect civic principles to real-life situations.
Students are encouraged to analyse national challenges and suggest solutions rooted in honesty, empathy, and civic duty.

Each topic includes guided exercises, reflection questions, and practical examples designed to
build strong moral reasoning and awareness of individual responsibility in society.

Why Take This Course?

• Strengthens understanding of national identity, democracy, and civic rights.


• Encourages leadership qualities and moral integrity.


• Promotes patriotism, discipline, and participation in community life.


• Prepares learners for responsible adulthood and active citizenship.

The SSS 1 Civic Education course is designed to help learners think critically about governance and
their role in shaping a just and peaceful society.

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