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World IN BRIEF : AFRICA : De Klerk’s Milestone Nigerian Visit Ends

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From Times Staff and Wire Reports

South African President Frederik W. de Klerk ended a milestone visit to Nigeria that was seen as a significant step toward ending Pretoria’s political isolation. Nigeria is black Africa’s most influential country and has been one of the firmest opponents of apartheid. De Klerk conferred with Nigerian President Ibrahim Babangida and won praise for his efforts.

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