On October 1 the most populous black African state gains full freedom within the Commonwealth.
This American film tells the story of Nigeria's progress towards independence. It covers the recent General Election in the Federation, with its clash of personalities and beliefs, and follows the chief candidates for office on their whistle-stop campaign tours by helicopter, jeep, and camel.
Eric Sevareid talks to the Governor-General The Prime Minister, The leaders of the three Regions and many other Nigerians in this CBS Report.