Nigeria’s new regime flexes muscle against protesters in Lagos
In Lagos, Nigeria, security forces fired tear gas and clashed with protesters as Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar’s five day old regime moved to quell a mass pro democracy rally. Police arrested opposition figure Gani Fawehinmi and wife of Moshood Abiola, signaling a harsh crackdown amid hopes for a transition from military rule.
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Japan’s recession deepens fears of regional crisis
Japan’s economy shrank for two straight quarters and posted a 0.7 percent full-year contraction, sparking concerns across Asia. The yen slid to 144.75 per dollar, stock markets fell, and exports dropped 3.8 percent in the January–March quarter, prompting warnings from officials that Asia’s fortunes hinge on Japan’s recovery.
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