WAEC Government 1988 Question 44

Question 44

OAU and African Union

Which of the following is not an aim of the Organization of African Unity (OAU)?

  1. A.Promotion of unity and solidarity among African states
  2. B.Co-operation of efforts to achieve a better life for the African states
  3. C.Defence of the sovereignty and independence of African states
  4. D.Eradication of all forms of colonialism and foreign exploitation in Africa
  5. E.Enthronement of democratic governments in Africa
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Answer: E (Enthronement of democratic governments in Africa)

Explanation

The OAU charter (1963) did not aim to install democratic governments; it respected non-interference. The OAU was replaced by the African Union in 2002.