Nigeria: Buhari Names Osinbajo 'Coordinator' of Nation's Affairs

President Muhammadu Buhari says Vice President Yemi Osinbajo will "coordinate" the nation's affairs while he is abroad for medical treatment.

A letter sent by the president to the Senate, notifying lawmakers of his trip, however raised questions Tuesday about Mr. Osinbajo's powers after Mr. Buhari failed to address him as "acting president".

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