Theory question 109
Nigeria's Foreign Policy(a) What is foreign policy?
(b) State four factors that influence Nigeria's foreign policy.
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Model answer
(a) Foreign policy is the set of principles, goals and strategies that guide a country's relations with other countries and international organisations.
(b) Any four:
1. National interest.
2. Size and population.
3. Economic resources (oil).
4. Colonial history (ties with Britain).
5. Geographical location in West Africa.
6. Military strength.
7. Leadership and type of government.
8. Public opinion and pressure groups.
9. Membership of international organisations (ECOWAS, AU, UN, Commonwealth).
Explanation
Factors are influences, not objectives.