(a) What is foreign policy of a country?
(b) State the main objectives of Nigerian foreign policy.
Explanation
(a) A foreign policy of a country is the set objectives which a government seeks to achieve through its relations with governments of other countries and international organizations.
(b)(i) To develop mutual understanding, friendship and co-operation with the government of other states.
(ii) Respect the sovereign integrity of states based on the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other states.
(iii) Peaceful resolution of inter-state(s) disputes. (iv) Promotion and protection of national interest. (v) Eradication of colonialism and racism in Africa.
(vi) To assist other neighbouring countries to solve their internal problems.
(vii) Promotion of a just world economic order.
(viii) Defence and promotion of world peace and security.
(ix) Non-alignment to any power bloc.
(x) Respect for international laws and treaty obligations.