Nigeria: Section 1 - Data

摘要

1. Goodluck Jonathan assumes presidency upon the death of Yar'Adua; January 2011 elections could result in political gridlock as tensions between the north and south unfoldrn2. Government amnesty program for militants in the Niger Delta struggling as violence in the region continues to cripple oil production and revenues; economic growth continues, though long-term development challenges persistrn3. 2010 defense bill passed by National Assembly totaled $1.9 billion, an increase of nearly 26 percent compared to the proposed budget; defense spending as a percent of GDP continues an upward trendrn4. Delivery of 12 F-7NI fighters and three FT-7NI trainers believed to be complete; Air Force has also taken delivery of two ATR-42MP maritime surveillance aircraft and new AW 109 helicopters, and may operate five second-hand AS-332 Super Pumas ordered from France.