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Decolonization in Africa — Quiz

Question 48 • Principles of American Democracy

Which major change took place in Nigeria in 1999?

Answer
A
A peace treaty concluded the civil war.
B
A civilian president was elected.
C
Ethnic tensions came to an end.
D
Military leaders led a government coup.

Explanation

In 1999, Nigeria returned to civilian rule after years of military government. Olusegun Obasanjo was elected president, so the major change was that a civilian president was elected. Ethnic tensions did not end, and the civil war had ended decades earlier.

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