Nigeria’s President Buhari under fire because of growing security concerns
By DW
10 May 2021 |
1:31 pm
Security challenges in Nigeria have sparked anger and calls for President Buhari to step down or be removed from office. Analysts say disgruntled military members and politicians want to overthrow the president.
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