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Muhammadu Buhari

President of Nigeria, took office in May 2015, after defeating Goodluck Jonathan in elections. Born December 17, 1942, Muhammadu Buhari is part of the All Progressives Congress party.

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May 9, 2024

Nigeria: Rights groups demand release of detained journalist

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Reports & Analysis

A demonstrator holds a picture of Nnamdi Kanu during a 'Free Biafra' protest

Can dialogue resolve Nigeria's 'IPOB problem'?

Can dialogue resolve Nigeria's 'IPOB problem'?

The Indigenous People of Biafra has distanced itself from a sit-at-home order by the Biafra Republic in Exile.
PoliticsJuly 14, 2023
In Lagos car drivers are waiting at the filling station; a banner is displayed to advertise diesel available

Nigeria: Will ending fuel subsidies boost the economy?

Nigeria: Will ending fuel subsidies boost the economy?

Experts say Nigeria's oil industry has bigger challenges and the country needs to diversify its economy.
BusinessJune 7, 2023
Bola Tinubu

Who is Bola Tinubu, Nigeria's new president?

Who is Bola Tinubu, Nigeria's new president?

The veteran politician is widely regarded as a kingmaker and "godfather".
PoliticsMay 29, 2023
Bola Tinubu Nigeria

Nigerians' expectations of Tinubu presidency

Nigerians' expectations of Tinubu presidency

Many Nigerians hope the incoming president will be able to realize his promises for the economy and health care.
PoliticsMay 29, 202301:30 min
Nigeria Wahlen 2023/Präsidentschaftskandidat Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Nigeria: What are the challenges for the new president?

Nigeria: What are the challenges for the new president?

Can Nigeria's president-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, tackle a stagnated economy, insecurity and a youth exodus?
PoliticsMarch 6, 202302:32 min
Nigeria's president-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu speaks during a campaign

Opinion: Tinubu offers a glimmer of hope for Nigeria

Opinion: Tinubu offers a glimmer of hope for Nigeria

Surprises were the order of the day in Nigeria's latest election — both in terms of conduct and outcome.
Abdullahi Tanko Bala
Commentary
PoliticsMarch 1, 2023
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Floods in Lokoja

Nigeria grapples with catastrophic flooding

Relief work is under way, after the worst flooding in a decade killed at least 600 people and displaced 1.3 million.
ClimateOctober 19, 2022
Nnamdi Kanu stands speaking to his lawyers in court

How Nigeria arrested secessionist leader Nnamdi Kanu

Local media claim the leader of the Biafra independence movement was picked up in Ethiopia.
Human RightsJune 30, 2021
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari disembarking from an aircraft

Is President Buhari unwilling to stop the violence?

President Buhari's options to pacify the country are dwindling at the same pace violence is increasing.
PoliticsFebruary 23, 2021
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