10 things you need to know about the new Nigerian president

Nigeria has shown the world that it is a vibrant and strong democracy last weekend. Despite the hick ups and challenges which happened, the country has demonstrated that it is run by mature and responsible state men.

The former president, Mr Jonathan had no luck in the election this time and his rival Mr Muhammadu Buhari won.

Here are 10 things you need to know about MR Buhari

1. He is 72 years old

3.led a coup on december 311983

4. Military ruler of Nigeria from 1984 to 1985

5. said to have had Poor human rights record

6. considered to be as incorruptible

7. Boko haram tried to assassinate him last year (2014)

8. he reputed to be disciplinarian – civil servants who were late for work had to do frog jumps

9. he has two wives

10. he is a muslim from the North of Nigeria