JAMB Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 206

The non-British colony which is a member of the Common wealth is Eritrea.

Eritrea became politically independent in 1993, with Italy as former colonial master.

The majority of the OPEC members are the middle east countries.

The countries include:

1. Iran

2. Iraq

3. Kuwait

4. Saudi Arabia

5. Qatar

6. UAE

The main constraint on Nigeria-Francophone West African cooperation is cultural differences

Nigeria's Non-Alignment Policy is constrained by her strong ties with Western powers.

The strong grip on world economy by western nations through their control of International Monetary Fund (IMF)and World Bank has made members of non-aligned movement of which Nigeria is one of them to abandon their policy of neutrality to become more aligned than ever.

Nigeria's high standing in the UN General Assembly is underscored by the contributions to global peace.

Nigeria has been contributing much financially, morally, etc, to the liberation movements which is one of the main principles of the United Nations Organization. For instance, Michael Olisa et el (1991) pointed out that the prominent role which Nigeria played in the United Nations from the 1970s brought about its permanent representation in the UN. In addition, Leslie Harriman was appointed the chairman of the special committee against apartheid.

Nigeria has also played prominent and satisfactory roles in conflict resolution.