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The most immediate reason for the declaration, by Ojukwu, of Eastern Nigeria as an independent State of Biafra was that?

A. The Gowon-led coup strictly targeted the Igbos
B. The wanted the freedom for the Igbos at all cost
C. Of the creation of twelve States by Gowon to dismantle any secessionist agenda
D. corruption and oppression was too prevalent in Nigeria

Correct Answer: Option C

C. Of the creation of twelve States by Gowon to dismantle any secessionist agenda

Explanation

Ojukwu, being Governor of the Eastern Region, immediately declared it an independent State of Biafra seeing as Gowon created twelve states in May 1976 without consultation. This, Ojukwu considered as the last straw.

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