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"Nigeria is rich in oil" - that's what everyone think is the problem. Donald Trump's statement designating Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern," creates an allegation of a special interest in Nigeria. What are the special interests America may have in Nigeria?

The interest of America is more than oil - it's about the safety of people around the world and this has always been the interest of America. In the colonial times, people were of the opinion that, first world countries always wanted something from poor countries - during that time, poor countries were rich in resources but they didn't really know what to do with them and first world countries saw a fortune in them. Years later, these poor countries saw how these resources of theirs were of benefit to the colonisers instead of them and they sought for independence. 
The world is developed now and still some third world countries feel colonised by first world countries like America through institutions like World bank and IMF - but the question is - why do these countries still feel colonised after independence? Is it because America approached them or because they approached America? - the answer to that question would give us an idea of whether third world countries truly deserved independence or if America is desperate for resources. 

In my opinion: America does not need third world resources through any crook or trick but rather, she needs a maintenance of a world power status through the protection of human rights around the world. The American economy is so large due to its exports to even want anything with other countries resources - although this doesn't mean America wouldn't mind a batter-system with other countries, but I don't think they are that desperate - I only see desperation from third world countries who would probably prefer to be colonised by seeking loans, AIDS or jobs abroad.

Nigeria as the focal point, has the same narrative as third world countries. America only wishes to see a safer and a better governed Nigeria in my opinion.

America needs Nigeria's oil, but they also need a stable Nigeria for their own interests. The terrorism narrative is also a ploy to control the resource-rich countries. Why would they label us a country of particular concern if they didn't have ulterior motives?

Imperalism comments by Analysts worldwide, are most often sentimental and propagandish in nature.


There's a possibility of a trade by barter between America and Nigeria - but it's always safe to assume 'helping Nigeria instead' before anything other assumption.

odejimioflagos:
America needs Nigeria's oil, but they also need a stable Nigeria for their own interests. The terrorism narrative is also a ploy to control the resource-rich countries. Why would they label us a country of particular concern if they didn't have ulterior motives?

You really hit the nail on the head.

Yes. I think America is rich enough. What more would a billionaire want that he doesn't have already.

trutharena:
You really hit the nail on the head.

The US should first of all sort out their internal problems before thinking of gallivanting around the world

You need to understand that the U.S. has developed into a prosperous country and this took many years to achieve.

So in a bid to be a selfless nation and a world police, they want to generously share their development, resources and ideas with the world. They want to see a world that is better as they are.


They have problems -YES, but if they do not solve problems in other countries, those problems will still come back to them - and it's already happening - people fleeing their problematic countries for the U.S.

Salewa97:
The US should first of all sort out their internal problems before thinking of gallivanting around the world

No country can be truly free. We are all just managing our stations.

Interference is real. Current World powers, Empires and kingdoms have always had control over over others.

It's just that the motives back then are different from the ones of today.

ebukal67x:
No country can be truly free. We are all just managing our stations.

kayjordan:
You need to understand that the U.S. has developed into a prosperous country and this took many years to achieve.

So in a bid to be a selfless nation and a world police, they want to generously share their development, resources and ideas with the world. They want to see a world that is better as they are.


They have problems -YES, but if they do not solve problems in other countries, those problems will still come back to them - and it's already happening - people fleeing their problematic countries for the U.S.

Oh you sweet summer child.

If that was the case, several dictatorships in Africa and the Middle east won't have arisen, also Asian dictatorships.

USA doesn't want to share anything with you, unless it is in their interest to do so, and even if it wanted to it cant. Nations have to develop a culture of democracy and civl behaviour, and industrial growth and development by themselves, not because some world police, be it USA, China, russia or even Vanuatu...decides it is so. If it serves US interests to keep a dictator on the throne, as seen in Egypt, they will and they can. Also see Saudi Arabia and UAE...virtual dictatorships that are USA Backed.

You guys, better stop looking for the perfect country. THERE IS NO SUCH THING.

The safety of people around the world is indeed priceless but America needs more than Nigeria's oil. It's about the safety of people around the world and this has always been the interest of America.
May God bless Nigeria for ever!

The US is even richer than it almighty Saudi Arabia in oil...

No take US joke!!!

What we need is a better and safer Nigeria. The rest will follow.

Indeed! It's a transactional world. What must be established is INTERNATIONAL TRADE - there's a reason this exist. This is what countries discuss - not what people generally think always.


The situation of dictatorships around the world that you suggest U.S. supports or tolerates, has a lot to do with histories of those countries, sovereignty issues and cultural issues that the U.S. has to sometimes respect in those countries. So it may seem as support, where as - it's just boundary setting.


And truly, there's no perfect country - and as you implied - countries have to build themselves, but that doesn't mean they cannot do trade with international corporations through their country's governments.

nairalanda1:
Oh you sweet summer child.

If that was the case, several dictatorships in Africa and the Middle east won't have arisen, also Asian dictatorships.

USA doesn't want to share anything with you, unless it is in their interest to do so, and even if it wanted to it cant. Nations have to develop a culture of democracy and civl behaviour, and industrial growth and development by themselves, not because some world police, be it USA, China, russia or even Vanuatu...decides it is so. If it serves US interests to keep a dictator on the throne, as seen in Egypt, they will and they can. Also see Saudi Arabia and UAE...virtual dictatorships that are USA Backed.

You guys, better stop looking for the perfect country. THERE IS NO SUCH THING.

Oga rest, you no get oil pass the US wey no dey make you sleep well for night.

If I got this correctly - you're implying that we as Nigerians have more oil than the USA and that probably USA want what we have in surplus.

True to some of that. The U.S. will be attracted to any country that has natural resources just as Nigeria and other countries are attracted to American natural resources.


America has some natural resources that Nigeria does not have and yet - they are financially buoyant - even to extents of lending money out to countries.


If America is ever interested in Nigeria's oil, it's because she want to grow her economy by allowing partnerships between American corporations and Nigerian government.


The American government is not a business venture but a governmental organisation. The only way America will make money is through taxes.


So the more companies she introduces to the Nigerian economy - the more taxes (revenue) she makes. Same goes for Nigeria that also seeks partnerships and trade with global organisations/companies - the more investments Nigerian government gets into the the country, the more taxes/revenue Nigeria will make.


There's nothing wrong with a country being attracted to other countries that are rich in natural resources - it will still improve both country's economies through profit sharing. Nothing like stealing Nigeria's oil for free - i don't think so.

udemzyudex:
Oga rest, you no get oil pass the US wey no dey make you sleep well for night.

kayjordan:
If I got this correctly - you're implying that we as Nigerians have more oil than the USA and that probably USA want what we have in surplus.

True to some of that. The U.S. will be attracted to any country that has natural resources just as Nigeria and other countries are attracted to American natural resources.


America has some natural resources that Nigeria does not have and yet - they are financially buoyant - even to extents of lending money out to countries.


If America is ever interested in Nigeria's oil, it's because she want to grow her economy by allowing partnerships between American corporations and Nigerian government.


The American government is not a business venture but a governmental organisation. The only way America will make money is through taxes.


So the more companies she introduces to the Nigerian economy - the more taxes (revenue) she makes. Same goes for Nigeria that also seeks partnerships and trade with global organisations/companies - the more investments Nigerian government gets into the the country, the more taxes/revenue Nigeria will make.


There's nothing wrong with a country being attracted to other countries that are rich in natural resources - it will still improve both country's economies through profit sharing. Nothing like stealing Nigeria's oil for free - i don't think so.

Go back to school and study your comprehension passage again, I guess you skip that during school days.

Nigerian Muslims don't want the USA to bomb the TERRORIST and Bandits Networks in Nigeria.
But the USA will destroy its Terror network by force

Yes, you're correct.

Kindly refer me to the school you attended, so I can study vernacular comprehension your school taught you.

udemzyudex:
Go back to school and study your comprehension passage again, I guess you skip that during school days.