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Title: The Prelude to the Nigerian Civil War: A Historical Overview

The Nigerian Civil War, also known as the Biafran War, was a significant event in African history that lasted from 1967 to 1970. The war was a result of political, economic, ethnic, and religious tensions which had been brewing in the country since Nigeria gained independence from Britain in 1960. However, the immediate cause was the coup and counter-coup that led to a power tussle within the Nigerian military.

After Nigeria's independence, the country was divided primarily among three major ethnic groups: The Hausa-Fulani in the North, the Yoruba in the West, and the Igbo in the East. These divisions led to significant regional disparities and competition for power and resources, which were exacerbated by the country's new-found oil wealth.

The first military coup took place on January 15, 1966, led predominantly by Igbo junior officers. This coup resulted in the assassination of many senior political figures, especially those from the northern region. The coup plotters accused the ruling class of corruption and aimed to establish a centralized military government. However, the coup was perceived in the North as a plot by the Igbo to dominate Nigeria, leading to ethnic tensions.

In July 1966, a counter-coup led by Northern officers resulted in the death of Major General Aguiyi Ironsi, an Igbo who had become Head of State following the first coup. Lt. Colonel Yakubu Gowon, a Northerner, took over as Head of State. This counter-coup further deepened ethnic tensions and led to widespread violence, especially against the Igbo living in the North.

The violence against the Igbo and other Easterners living in the North caused a massive population movement as people fled to the relative safety of the Eastern Region. The Eastern Region, under the leadership of Lt. Colonel Odumegwu Ojukwu, felt increasingly marginalized and threatened by the Northern-dominated federal government.

In May 1967, in response to the federal government's failure to adequately address the crisis, Ojukwu declared the independence of the Eastern Region and named it the Republic of Biafra. This move was seen as an act of rebellion by the federal government, leading to the outbreak of war in July 1967.

The Nigerian Civil War was a tragic period that led to the death of an estimated one to three million people, many from starvation due to the federal government's blockade of Biafra. The war ended in January 1970 with the surrender of the Biafran forces and the reintegration of Biafra into Nigeria. The war left deep scars and lessons about the importance of national unity, the dangers of ethnic rivalry, and the need for effective conflict resolution mechanisms in multi-ethnic societies like Nigeria.

Title: The 1966 Nigerian Coup: A Comprehensive Historical Overview

On January 15, 1966, Nigeria experienced its first military coup, a significant event that marked a turning point in the country's history. The coup signaled the end of the First Nigerian Republic and the beginning of a long period of military rule.

The coup was led predominantly by young, idealistic Igbo army officers who were disillusioned with the rampant corruption, nepotism, and regionalism that had characterized the civilian government since Nigeria's independence in 1960. The coup plotters were led by Major Kaduna Nzeogwu and included Major Emmanuel Ifeajuna, Lt. Fola Oyewole, Lt. R. Egbiko, Lt. Tijani Katsina, Lt. O. Olafemiyan, Captain Gibson Jalo, Captain Swanton Garba, Lt. Dag Warribor, 2nd Lt. Saleh Dambo, 2nd Lt. John Atom Kpera and others.

The coup was carried out under the codename "Operation Damisa" and targeted key political and military leaders across the country. The Prime Minister, Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the Premier of the Northern Region, Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Premier of the Western Region, Samuel Akintola, and other senior military officers were assassinated.

However, the coup failed for several reasons. Firstly, it was not widespread enough; while it was successful in the North and West, it was poorly executed in the South. The Premier of the Eastern Region, Michael Okpara, and the President, Nnamdi Azikiwe, were not captured or harmed.

Secondly, the coup lacked a clear chain of command and coordination among the plotters, leading to confusion and delays. Thirdly, the coup was seen by many, particularly in the North, as an Igbo coup due to the ethnicity of the majority of the plotters and the fact that no senior Igbo political figures were killed.

The failure of the coup and the perception of it as an Igbo coup led to a violent backlash against the Igbo and other Easterners living in the North, resulting in the massacre of thousands. These events further deepened ethnic tensions in the country.

In the immediate aftermath of the coup, Major General Aguiyi-Ironsi, an Igbo and the most senior military officer at the time, assumed control of the government. However, his attempt to unify the country under a unitary system of government was met with resistance, particularly from the North.

In July 1966, Northern military officers staged a counter-coup in which Ironsi was killed. This event marked the beginning of a period of increased instability, leading to the secession of the Eastern Region and the subsequent Nigerian Civil War. The 1966 coup and its aftermath were a significant turning point in Nigeria's history, with effects that are still felt today.

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Visit Canada.ca and check the types of available visas... Do some Google research as well to find out if Nigerians are eligible for work permits in Canada. Then again, confirm that you cannot apply for such a visa by yourself rather than using an agent. Finally, visit page one of this thread to see if any information there interests you.

I assume your question is about Canada.

Thanks for the response.
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