The Nigeria-Biafra War OAU and the Politics of Diplomatic Recognition of Biafra 1967 - 1970

<p>Drawing upon a rich historical methodology that is <strong>thematic chronological and descriptive</strong> this book delves into one of Africa's most defining conflicts - the <strong>Nigeria-Biafra War (1967-1970)</strong> - with a particular focus on the <strong>Organization of African Unity (OAU)</strong> and the <strong>politics of recognition</strong> extended to Biafra during the Civil War.</p><p>It explores the <strong>factors that motivated four African states</strong> to defy the OAU's collective stance by granting <em>de facto</em> recognition to the Biafran regime examining the <strong>nature dimensions and far-reaching implications</strong> of such actions.</p><p>Spanning the disciplines of <strong>History International Relations Political Science and International Law</strong> this compelling study offers fresh insight into the complex interplay between <strong>African diplomacy national interest and moral responsibility</strong> during a time of continental upheaval.</p><p>The findings reveal that the recognition of Biafra by four African nations not only <strong>prolonged the war</strong> but also <strong>exposed contradictions</strong> within the OAU's charter and Nigeria's internal policy claims. Furthermore while the <strong>blockade and humanitarian crisis</strong> galvanized global sympathy for Biafra the conflict ultimately underscored how <strong>power politics and realist interests</strong> prevailed over humanitarian ideals.</p><p>This book is an essential read for scholars students and readers seeking to understand the <strong>diplomatic dynamics ideological divides and moral dilemmas</strong> that shaped Africa's response to one of its most tragic wars. </p>