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OAU mediation keeps sovereignty question central

African diplomacy generally favored Nigerian territorial integrity while seeking a negotiated settlement.

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1968

OAU mediation keeps sovereignty question central

African diplomacy generally favored Nigerian territorial integrity while seeking a negotiated settlement.

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African diplomacy generally favored Nigerian territorial integrity while seeking a negotiated settlement. OAU efforts struggled because Biafra sought recognition and Nigeria rejected secession.

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