Transition in Nigeria
Two BBC reports provide pictures of Ya'Adua's inauguration and one of the taks he faces.New Nigerian president sworn in
"Umaru Yar'Adua has been sworn in as Nigeria's new president at a colourful ceremony in the capital, Abuja.
"The inauguration of Mr Yar'Adua marks the first time in Nigeria's history that one civilian leader has taken over from another..."
Challenges for Nigeria's leader
"When Umaru Yar'Adua is sworn in as Nigeria's next president...
"He replaces Olusegun Obasanjo, who plucked him from relative obscurity as a quiet northern state governor to be his successor.
"And that has raised questions as to just how independent the new leader can be, given how much he owes to the old guard.
"Mr Obasanjo is not making it easy - he will remain head of the governing People's Democratic Party.
"And in his last few weeks in power, Mr Obasanjo has sold off a large number of state assets to his allies in the private sector..."
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