Nation ruled by its divisions

Article Abstract:

Nigeria has a number of 'Big Men,' who have wealth, influence and contacts and are extremely powerful in their local area. This is particularly the case in northern Nigeria, which influences political developments in the country as a whole. The military regime is based on the north, and southerners are often seen as lazy. While the situation persists, Nigeria is likely to never really be able to introduce civil rule.

Political aspects

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Rebels slaughter in the name of the Lord

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The Ugandan government is facing strong opposition from the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), a Christian fundamentalist guerrilla group. This group is based in Sudan, where it receives support from the Islamic regime. It is seeking to rule Uganda on the basis of the Ten Commandments, and is capturing young people to train as its soldiers. There have been a number of incidents in which villagers have been massacred.

Guerrilla warfare, Uganda

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Nigeria's religions marching as to war

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Christianity has spread to northern Nigeria only relatively recently, and its presence there has prompted opposition among Muslims. In the town of Kano, for example, Christian churches have been attacked and there has even been an open street battle between Christians and Muslims. Kano now has a reputation as a key centre of Islamic fundamentalism.

Religious aspects, Islamic fundamentalism

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