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Biafra capitulates, ending the Nigerian Civil War.

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Biafra

Partially recognised state in West Africa (1967–1970)

Biafara, anglicized as Biafra and officially the Republic of Biafra, was a partially recognised state in West Africa that declared independence from Nigeria and existed from 1967 to 1970. Its territory consisted of the former Eastern Region of Nigeria, predominantly inhabited by…
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Nigerian Civil War

1967–1970 civil war in Nigeria

The Nigerian Civil War, also known as the Biafran War, Nigeria-Biafra War, or Biafra War, was fought between Nigeria and the Republic of Biafra, a secessionist state which had declared its independence from Nigeria in 1967. Nigeria was led by General Yakubu Gowon, and Biafra by…
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