Theory question 111
Nigeria's Foreign Policy(a) What is foreign policy of a country?
(b) State the main objectives of Nigeria foreign policy.
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(a) Foreign policy is the set of goals, principles and strategies that guide a state in its relations with other states and international bodies in pursuit of its national interest.
(b) Any five: protection of Nigeria's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity; promotion of African unity and Africa as centrepiece; eradication of colonialism, racism and apartheid; promotion of international peace and security; non-alignment; respect for the sovereignty of other states and non-interference; economic development and co-operation (ECOWAS); protection of Nigerian citizens abroad; promotion of a just world economic order; respect for international law and treaties.
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