Nigerian Civil War and Global Alliances

The Nigerian Civil War, which began in 1967, was marked by unusual alliances due to global Cold War dynamics. The conflict arose from ethnic tensions and colonial legacies after Nigeria's independence in 1963. The war saw the Nigerian government backed by the UK, USSR, and others, while Biafra received support from France, China, and Israel. The motivations for these alliances were largely driven by economic interests, particularly oil, and geopolitical strategies. The war ended in 1970 with Biafra's reintegration into Nigeria, leaving a legacy of brutality and complex international involvement.

Which countries supported the Nigerian government during the civil war?

• USA, USSR, China

• UK, France, China

• France, China, Israel

• UK, USA, USSR, Israel

What was the main reason for Britain's support of the Nigerian government?

• Oil interests

• Military strategy

• Ethnic solidarity

• Political influence

Which ethnic group was dominant in the northern region of Nigeria?

• Igbo

• Yoruba

• Hausa-Fulani

• Biafran

Why did the USA choose not to get heavily involved in the Nigerian Civil War?

• They wanted to support Britain

• They were allied with the USSR

• They supported Biafra

• They had no interest in Nigeria

What was the USSR's primary motivation for supporting the Nigerian government?

• Military strategy

• Ethnic solidarity

• Economic and political interests

• Moral reasons

Which country supported Biafra due to a falling out with the USSR?

• France

• USA

• China

• Israel

What was France's main reason for supporting Biafra?

• Political influence

• Military strategy

• Ethnic solidarity

• Oil interests

How did Israel handle its support during the Nigerian Civil War?

• Supported only Biafra

• Supported only Nigeria

• Supported both sides

• Did not get involved

What was the outcome of the Nigerian Civil War in 1970?

• The war continued indefinitely

• Biafra was recaptured and reintegrated

• Nigeria was divided

• Biafra gained independence

What is one of the notable aspects of the Nigerian Civil War?

• The peculiar global alliances

• The clear and straightforward alliances

• The short duration of the conflict

• The lack of international involvement