Nigeria broke diplomatic relations with France in 1961 because of_________
her poor relations with the Francophone countries
France atomic test in the sahara desert
France diplomatic relations with Israel
General de-Gaulle’s negative attitude towards her
Correct answer is B
In the realm of bilateral relations, Nigeria did not hesitate to break diplomatic ties with France in 1961 when France tested an atomic bomb in the Sahara Desert. The action was against the firm warning by Nigeria having observed that the test was going to be injurious to Nigeria and some other African countries. Thus, Nigeria imposed stern economic measures on France, first banning all ship movements of French origins from navigating the coastal areas of Nigeria.