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Telegram 9519 From the Embassy in Nigeria to the Department of State, Lagos, December 11, 1972
Abstract
Lagos, December 11, 1972
Assistant Secretary of State Newsom reported on his 5-day visit to Nigeria, remarking on Nigeria's independence and sensitivity. He noted that the United States remained popular but suffered from its civil war policy, its stand on South Africa, and the belief that the United States was unwilling to respond to Nigerian priorities on aid.
Source: National Archives, RG 59, Central Files 1970-73, AID (US) Nigeria. Confidential.
Assistant Secretary of State Newsom reported on his 5-day visit to Nigeria, remarking on Nigeria's independence and sensitivity. He noted that the United States remained popular but suffered from its civil war policy, its stand on South Africa, and the belief that the United States was unwilling to respond to Nigerian priorities on aid.
Source: National Archives, RG 59, Central Files 1970-73, AID (US) Nigeria. Confidential.
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