MAY 29:Security tight for Nigerian presidential inauguration
Security is already beefed up in and around Nigeria's capital, Abuja, on Thursday, as final preparations were made for the inauguration of Muhammadu Buhari as president. The 72-year-old, who defeated incumbent Goodluck Jonathan in elections two months ago, will be sworn in at a ceremony from 9 am (0800 GMT) on Friday before world leaders and other dignitaries. Among those who have confirmed attendance are South Africa's President Jacob Zuma, US Secretary of State John Kerry and French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius. Soldiers were out in force on the streets, including at main entry points into the city, while there was a visible police presence at key locations such as hotels and government buildings. Roads have been closed around the Eagle Square inauguration venue, where dozens of international flags have been hoisted alongside the Nigerian green, white and green tricolour. Nigeria's federal police chief Solomon Arase said the measures were imposed ...