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How will Buhari’s cabinet fix Nigeria’s problems?

Will Buhari and his new cabinet be able to resolve Nigeria’s economic, defense and energy issues before they get worse?

President Muhammadu Buhari swore-in his cabinet of 36 ministers on Wednesday, bringing hope that the government can start tackling the many problems facing Nigeria – including a weak economy, widespread corruption, and security concerns brought on by Boko Haram.

Buhari has said he will take on the oil minister role himself.

And the situation has many wondering: If it took almost half-a-year to get this far; will Buhari and his new cabinet be able to resolve Nigeria’s economic, defense and energy problems before they get worse?

Presenter: Martine Dennis

Guests:

Aliyu Musa – Political Analyst, working on a book on Boko Haram.

James Schneider – Senior Correspondent for New African Magazine. James has covered the Nigerian elections and Boko Haram.  

Simi Fajemirokun – Writer, Political Analyst and Education Advocate.