Multiethnic States May Often Face Two Problems, Secession and Nation-Building

question 5

Essay

Multiethnic states may often face two problems, secession and nation-building (i.e the building of a common national identity).  Illustrate how both of these have been evident in the case of Nigeria, both in the country's past and today.

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Definitions:

Month-end Bank Statement

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Erroneously Charged

Incorrectly billed or wrongly demanded payment due to mistake or oversight.

Remittance Advice

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Running Cash Balance

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