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Nigeria splits north into six new states
The Nigerian North fades as six states replace the former regional unit under Gowon’s decree. Emirs lose absolute rule to military governors, while Benue Plateau and other minorities resist Hausa Fulani dominance. Calls for autonomy grow amid new tribal friction and separatist movements.
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Kaduna
Nigeria
West Africa
Alhaji Ali Akilu
A. I. Obeya
Obeya
Lagos
Jos
Benue-Plateau
Yakubu Gowon
Benue Plateau