WAEC Government 2000 Question 39

Question 39

Nigeria's Foreign Policy

Which of the following military regimes in Nigeria played a prominent role in the liberation of colonized African states?

  1. A.Aguiyi Ironsi
  2. B.Murtala/Obasanjo
  3. C.Muhammadu Buhari
  4. D.Ibrahim Babangida.
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Answer: B (Murtala/Obasanjo)

Explanation

The Murtala/Obasanjo regime (1975–79) backed the MPLA in Angola and liberation movements in Southern Africa.