March 19, 2010 2:21 PM

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Nigeria recalls its ambassador from Libya

Nigeria has recalled its ambassador from Libya following a suggestion by the Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi that Nigeria be divided into two states – one Christian and one Muslim.The Nigerian Foreign ministry has described the statement as irresponsible. Colonel Gaddafi had suggested the split to prevent any more bloodshed between rival groups in central Nigeria. Hundreds have died this year in ethnic and religious violence around Jos.

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