Question

which major change took place in nigeria in 1999? ethnic tensions came to an end. a peace treaty concluded the civil war. military leaders led a government coup. a civilian president was elected.

Explanation:

• Ethnic tensions did not end in 1999; they persisted in Nigeria.
• The Nigerian Civil War ended in 1970, not 1999.
• 1999 marked the end of military rule, not a coup.
• Nigeria transitioned to civilian rule in 1999 with the election of a civilian president.

Answer:

D. A civilian president was elected.