SS1 Third Term Government Lesson Note – Pressure Groups

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WEEK 11

TOPIC: PRESSURE GROUPS

CONTENT:

1. Definition of pressure groups
2. Types of pressure groups
3. Characteristics of pressure groups
4. Mode of operation
5. Functions of pressure groups
6. Difference between political parties and pressure groups

DEFINITION OF PRESSURE GROUPS

Pressure groups may be defined as a body of organized group of people with a defined interest, wishing to influence the policies of government as it affects the welfare of its members. Pressure groups do not involve themselves in contesting election nor are they ready to control the machinery of government. Examples of pressure groups are Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) etc.

TYPES OF PRESSURE GROUP

1. Economic Pressure Group: main aim is to pursue the economic welfare of their members. These pressure groups include commerce, Agriculture and Industry, trade unions, employers union.
2. Occupational Pressure Group: formed by workers who belong to the same occupation in order to protect their members e.g. Nigeria Union of Journalist, Nigeria Union of Teachers.
3. Professional Pressure Group: some professional like doctors, lawyers, teachers, architects, etc. Come together to form these pressure groups e.g. Nigeria Bar Association with the aim of promoting their profession and professional interest.
4. Social Pressure Group: these groups like Student Unions, Youth Clubs, old boys and old girls associations, etc. Are aimed at promoting the social interest and welfare of their members.
5. Religious Pressure Group: These are pressure groups formed with the aim of pursuing their religious interest and influencing government religious policies. They include Christians, Muslims and traditional religious associations.
6. Educational Pressure Groups: They aim at the improvement of the educational system and protecting educational interest of their members. They include NUT, Student Unions,

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