Importance of National Values – Basic 4 Civic Education Lesson Note (Second Term)

Why Are National Values Important?

National values are like glue that holds our country together. They help us live better lives and build a stronger Nigeria.

Importance to Individuals (You) 👤

1. Makes You a Better Person

• People trust you
• You make good friends
• You succeed in life
• You feel proud

2. Helps You Make Good Choices

• Know right from wrong
• Avoid trouble
• Make wise decisions
• Stay on good path

3. Brings Personal Success

• Do well in school
• Get good jobs later
• Earn respect
• Live happily

Importance to Society (Everyone) 👥

1. Creates Peace and Unity

• No fighting between tribes
• Everyone lives together
• Respect for all
• Harmony everywhere

2. Reduces Crime

• People are honest
• No stealing
• Safe communities
• Trust increases

3. Brings Development

• Everyone works hard
• Country grows fast
• Better schools and hospitals
• Good roads and services

Importance to Nigeria 

1. Good Image

• Other countries respect us
• Tourists visit
• Investors come
• Nigeria shines

2. Strong Nation

• Citizens are united
• Leaders are good
• Laws are obeyed
• Progress happens

3. Better Future

• Children learn good values
• Next generation improves
• Nigeria keeps growing
• Poverty reduces

What Happens WITHOUT National Values?

❌ Fighting and division 

❌ Corruption everywhere 

❌ No development 

❌ Crime increases 

❌ Nigeria suffers 

❌ No peace

What Happens WITH National Values?

✅ Peace and unity 

✅ Honest leaders 

✅ Fast development 

✅ Safe communities 

✅ Nigeria prospers 

✅ Happy citizens

Remember!

National values are like seeds – plant them today, enjoy the fruits tomorrow!

EXERCISES

A. Fill in the blanks:

1. National values make us _______ persons.
2. Values help create _______ and unity.
3. When we practice values, crime _______.
4. Values give Nigeria a good _______.
5. Without values, there is no _______.

B. True or False:

1. Values are not important. _______
2. Values help us make good choices. _______
3. Values cause fighting. _______
4. Values bring development. _______
5. Only adults need values. _______

C. Values help us by: (✓ or ✗)

• Making good friends
• Causing trouble
• Succeeding in life
• Creating division
• Building trust
• Increasing crime

D. Match importance to result:

E. Circle benefits of national values:

• Unity
• Fighting
• Success
• Poverty
• Peace
• Crime
• Development
• Division

F. Answer:

1. Why do YOU need national values?
2. How do values help Nigeria?
3. What happens without values?

G. Complete:

With national values:

• I become _______
• My community has _______
• Nigeria gets _______

H. Think and Write:

How are values like seeds?