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Daily Archives: May 31, 2016

Essays / The Pontifical Papers

RECONSIDERING BIAFRA | by Ayo Sogunro

Posted on May 31, 2016 by ayosogunro • 9 Comments

Opinions and Facts Opinions are not lacking when it comes to the issue of Biafra and the Nigerian Civil War. There are fictional and non-fictional books themed around it. Personal stories have been passed down. Articles written and papers presented. The Civil War has inspired poetry, produced movies, and it has led to even more … Continue reading →

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