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Bakassi Peninsula

The Bakassi Peninsula is claimed by both Cameroon and Nigeria. Administered by Cameroon since 1960, the oil-rich peninsula was invaded by Nigerian forces in 1994. Although the question of ownership was subsequently submitted to the International Court of Justice, armed clashes resumed in 1996 and 1998. In October 2002 the court awarded sovereignty of the peninsula to Cameroon. However, Nigeria rejected the ruling and for many months refused to hand over the area. Talks continue to try to end the dispute.