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Well, Nigeria has played a constructive role in peacekeeping in various parts of West Africa. But unless and until Nigeria itself is democratic and respects human rights, it too may well be a source of much greater instability as political repression limits the ability of the people of Nigeria to achieve their full potential.

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Susan Rice
Age: 59
Born: 1964
Born: November 17
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Susan Elizabeth Rice
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