AQA GCSE Geography Nigeria: A Newly emerging Economy

This complete GCSE Geography unit explores Nigeria as a case study of a Newly Emerging Economy (NEE), fully aligned to the AQA specification. Covering Nigeria’s political, social, cultural and environmental context, changing industrial structure, the role of TNCs (Shell and Unilever), global links, environmental challenges, international aid, and improvements in quality of life, the unit provides a wide range of engaging activities. Students develop skills through fact sheets, card sorts, debates, data interpretation, planning grids, and exam practice with model answers and peer-marking checklists. With detailed case study materials, differentiated tasks, and visually rich PowerPoints, this unit ensures students are fully prepared for 6- and 9-mark exam questions while enjoying interactive, student-centred learning.