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H. Odein Ajumogobia, Nigerian Foreign Minister

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Douglas Herbert meets H. Odein Ajumogobia, Nigerian Foreign Minister. After days of post-election violence in Nigeria, he talks about Nigerian ethnic and religious divisions and President Goodluck Jonathan’s efforts to bring peace to African's most populous country.

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Foriegn Minister's chat on French TV

by Anonyme - 24/04/2011 - 02:49

well spoken Mr FM. i do agree that the country has com a long way from the military dictatorships and stereotypes.The violence must cease. the govt will do well in building its own cred by at least providing the basic levels of electricity. this is the hallmark of any developed/aspiring nation

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