WAEC Government 2021 Theory question 108

Theory question 108

Nigeria's Foreign Policy

Explain five problems Nigeria encounters in her interaction with nations of the world.

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Model answer

Any five, explained: poor national image (corruption, fraud, drug trafficking); insecurity and terrorism (Boko Haram, banditry); economic dependence on oil and foreign aid/debt; political instability and past military rule leading to sanctions; weak economy and currency limiting influence; poor funding of foreign missions; human rights abuses; border disputes (e.g. Bakassi); inconsistent foreign policy; brain drain and treatment of Nigerians abroad; colonial ties and neo-colonialism.

Explanation

Explain each problem with an example.