The Establishment of an OAU Border Commission (Item Proposed by Nigeria)

Abstract

This report examines the historical antecedents leading to the establishment of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) Boundary Commission, emphasizing the complex interplay between border delineation, sovereignty, and regional stability. It highlights the dual nature of frontier issues, which encompass both conflict and cooperation, noting a historical tendency to focus predominantly on the negative aspects such as war and territorial disputes.