There was a country by Chinua Achebe .Part 4: THE END

Dive into the heart of Nigeria's tumultuous journey post-Biafra war in our documentary, "Nigeria’s Painful Transitions: A Reappraisal". This enlightening video revisits the era post the Nigeria-Biafra civil war, highlighting the complex challenges and systemic issues that plagued Nigeria. Despite being awash in oil wealth, the country faced deep-seated problems such as political ineptitude, ethnic bigotry, and widespread corruption among the ruling elites. Join us as we explore how Nigeria's intellectuals, including those who ventured into politics, tackled these insidious challenges and pushed for vital political reforms. Discover the struggles and hopes of a nation striving to redefine its future, shed the burdens of its past, and find the leadership capable of steering it towards stability and prosperity.

Chapters
00:00 - Nigeria's Painful Transitions
14:35 - Corruption and Indiscipline
16:46 - State failure and the rise of Terrorism
19:56 - State resuscitation and recovery
24:41 - After a War
26:03 - Postscript: The example of Nelson Mandela
30:24 - Appendix: Brigadier Banjo's Broadcast to Mid-West


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