May 29, the day of Muhammadu Buhari’s inauguration, is considered to be the starting point of change, as the new administration takes over power.
On March 28 the All Progressives Congress politician emerged winner of Nigeria’s presidential election.
Since then, the outgoing government, led by President Goodluck Jonathan, and the incoming government have been preparing for the smooth power transition, which is to take place today.
Numerous national and world leaders are expected to attend the festive ceremony to mark the end of Jonathan’s tenure and office acceptance by Muhammadu Buhari and Yemi Osinbajo, the vice president-elect.
9:35 John Kerry shaking hands of world leaders on tribunes.
9:26 Guests are presented with packs containing programme of events, food and N750 MTN recharge card.
9:23 P-Square looking stylish, as always. Minutes before the performance start… Credits: @JohannesMathews
9:20 Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe has just arrived at the venue.
09:10 Chief Olusegun Obasanjo arrives at the Eagles Square!
Olusegun Obasanjo takes his seat. Snapshot from a video
09:00 South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma also to be president at the ceremony, his office confirmed on Thursday. Despite the warning by the National Association of Nigerian Students.
8:55 Many honourable guests have already arrived. Yakubu Gowon and Ibrahim Babangida were at the venue around 8:00!
8:30 Buhari fever Buhari fever catching on really quick with souvenirs.
08:10 Family members of Buhari and Osinbajo.
08:05 @MssZeeUsman bombs “first selfie of the day at Eagle Square, with Lai Mohammed, APC Spokesperson”.
07:50 And some more pics from the venue. Credits: @Karo_Orovboni. Dignitaries arriving.
07:45 All set for the inauguration at the Eagle Square, Abuja.
07:30 Users cannot stop discussing the still trending topic… Buhari’s handsome son. Now they wonder: if “#YusufBuhari going to be part of Buhari cabinet.” Who knows… There he is, the young man in a fair attire.
07:20 Security intensified all around Nigeria as new governors are sworn-in. Lagos police vowed to deploy 1,563 officers in the venue of the inauguration of the state governor-elect, Akinwunmi Ambode, at the Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Onikan.
07:08 Atiku Abubakar has just posted this message on his twitter account: “Today is one of the greatest days in the history of our nation and democracy, and I’m honored to be alive to see it #ChangeIsHere.” And more: “To every Nigerian who participated in this democratic process, I salute you! You are the strength & compass of his nation!”
06:55 @4eyedmonk says: “Be that change you want to see in Nigeria. Change is not a person, change is an attitude.” Do you agree with that?
06:40 JJ. Omojuwa wishes everyone a “Happy Democracy Day! #ChangeIsHere”
06:20 All set at the Eagle Square, Abuja, for the ceremony. Nigerians are in a wonderful mood, taking to social media to share their thoughts. People are wishing each other a happy Democracy Day and pray for the incoming administration.
@Drammeh85 tweets: “Official #Inauguration of the present elect into presidency. I don’t think I’ve seen #Nigerians so positive, we pray for his success.”
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