Nigeria's new ruler seizes power amid coup turmoil
Nigeria's military regime, led by Maj. Gen. Mohammed Buhari, declares a fight on corruption after dissolving the civilian government. The borders close, flights halt, curfew imposed as Shagari and aides reportedly arrested. Lagos Radio airs Buhari pledge amidst nationwide shutdown.
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Nigeria’s Buhari suspends constitution amid party bans
In Minna Kaduna state emblems torn down and unknowns burn governor portraits as Buhari’s regime suspends the constitution. Armored troops patrol, and governors Awwal Yorahi and Sabo Bakin Zuwo are reported under arrest or missing with aides.
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New Year's Eve injures 661 in Italy including police
The New Year’s Eve celebrations across Italy injured 661 people, with Naples reporting 202 injuries as revelers fired pistols. A Milan policeman, 21, shot himself in the stomach while drawing his pistol. A Pisa hospital said 12 year old Enrico Bugliani was in grave condition from a head wound. Firefighters logged 70 blazes from fireworks and Rome hospitals treated 49 fireworks injuries. Sardinia saw objects hurled from balconies and Pozzuoli endured 24 mild earthquakes from midnight to morning.
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