Wars in which Nigeria participated

Nigeria has participated in several wars throughout history. Here are some important wars in which Nigeria participated:

1. Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970): The Nigerian Civil War is a war that started with the demand for independence of the southeastern region called Biafra. Conflicts between the Nigerian government and Biafra continued for about 3 years and resulted in the defeat of Biafra.

2. ECOMOG Operations (1990s): Nigeria sent a military force called the Economic Community Countries Observer Group (ECOMOG) to intervene in various conflicts in West Africa in the early 1990s. Nigeria has intervened in civil wars, particularly in Liberia and Sierra Leone.

3. Nigeria-Cameroon Border War (1981-1982): A border dispute between Nigeria and Cameroon turned into conflict in 1981. Military units were sent to the border and the conflicts turned into war between the two countries. The war ended with the Cotonou Agreement in 1982.

4. Nigeria-Liberia War (1990-1997): Nigeria sent military units under the umbrella of ECOMOG to intervene in the civil war in Liberia that started in 1990. Nigeria led military operations until the end of the war, and Liberia was stabilized as a result of the conflict.

5. Nigeria-Chad War (1980s): In the early 1980s, there were border disputes and conflicts between Nigeria and Chad. Both countries launched military operations in the border regions and clashes occurred. These conflicts ended with Nigeria's victory in 1987. These wars are just some of the major conflicts in which Nigeria has participated. Nigeria has also participated in international military operations to intervene in instability and conflicts in the region.