The principle, as enshrined in Resolution 1514, had not been extended beyond the then existing colonies under the minority White régimes. The post-colonial States are reluctant to allow their minorities to exercise the right of self-determination, as it is disruptive to national integrity and international security. Thus, the Biafrans (in Nigeria), the Somalis (in Kenya), and the Tamilians (in Sri Lanka) have been denied this right so far.