Social media users tell #BuhariFixThis

[CNN]

 (CNN)As President Muhammadu Buhari is sworn in, Nigerians took to social media to offer their "to do" list for the new president's administration. In the capital of Abuja, crowds gathered beneath gloriously sunny skies en masse in Eagle Square to witness Buhari take the oath of office.

As with the elections, social media was front and center during the colorful celebrations.

The president and his team proved adept at using social media tools such as Periscope, which they used to live stream the ceremony for those unable to attend. And within an hour of taking office, his official accounts, handles and social bios had been updated.

Thousands of Nigerians jumped online to voice their opinions on their priorities for Buhari, who won the election in March.

Some people call us the children of the angered...while Baba recognized the power of social media. #SaiBabaBuhari #ChangeIsHere

— Mallam Mansur Ringim (@MSRingim) May 29, 2015

Using the hashtag #BuhariFixThis, we asked for your top picks for Buhari's priorities, many of which he reflected in his inaugural speech.

As Nigeria's @MBuhari prepares for inauguration, what do you think his priorities should be? Tell us #BuhariFixThis pic.twitter.com/otsKKxz4n4

— African Voices (@africavoicesCNN) May 27, 2015

1. Historic, peaceful and democratic transition

There was an overarching feeling that today was when Nigeria was a truly free and independent nation in his inaugural speech which commended the country's democratic process. Many took to Twitter to share their pride in the way the transition took place.

It's a new day. A new dawn and a hope for a better life. We hope we really are free as we celebrate today. #BuhariFixThis

— 360|TheJordanBrand™ (@_JordanOfficial) May 29, 2015

President Muhammadu Buhari has taken over the goodwill and problems of #Nigeria. All the best and emphatic successes ahead.#BuhariFixThis

— Adeola A. Oyinlade (@AdeolaOyinlade) May 29, 2015

I can't stop the tears.My new president.Our new president. #May you be guided,Be a true& effective leader for all #ChangeIsHere #Nigeria2015

— #bringbackourgirls (@Fantiss) May 29, 2015

2. Illuminate the nation

During his first address, president Buhari highlighted the importance of tackling the nation's power supply challenges. Citing it as a cause for poor economic performance, he said: "It is a national shame that an economy of 180 million generates only 4,000MW, and distributes even less."

This will come as great news for the many who tweeted electricity issues as a top priority for the incoming administration.

So called little countries in Africa like Malawi and Botswana have constant power supply and clean running water #BuhariFixThis

— cHiDuBeM (@MeZiE_D_aMeZiN) May 29, 2015

Electricity. Get this up and you would have accomplished more than most of our past leaders #BuhariFixThis

— Lamina (@Billz_onme) May 27, 2015

Another promise, addressing the power supply challenges. Hope he knows he will be evaluated on that! #BuhariFixThis #BuhariInauguration

— Jeremiah Kariuki (@KJeremiahN) May 29, 2015

@Bayobabalola Baby steps Bayo. Let him fix light. Fuel Scarcity wouldnt be as big a deal if we had constant power. #BuhariFixThis

— Ava Momoh (@avamomoh) May 28, 2015

3. Economy overhaul

Another priority voiced by many contributors on Twitter was the need to overhaul the economy and education.

@purefoyAMEBO @MBuhari electricity, job employment, good roads and sane society.

— 'Son Of Man (@mceebrown) May 28, 2015

The education sector needs to be reformed, public schools should have the best teachers @africanvoicesCNN #BuhariFixThis

— Umm Nasreen  (@SmeerahgS) May 28, 2015

1. Security2. Corruption3. Electricity4. Diversify the economy5. Employment.That's all! *ClearsThroat* @cnni @MBuhari #BuhariFixThis

— Folu Ire Alabi (@IreAlabi) May 27, 2015

And it seems Buhari has been listening to what his nation wants as these sentiments were echoed clearly in his speech.

He said: "With depleted foreign reserves, falling oil prices, leakages and debts the Nigerian economy is in deep trouble and will require careful management to bring it round and to tackle the immediate challenges confronting us, namely; Boko Haram, the Niger Delta situation, the power shortages and unemployment especially among young people.

"For the longer term we have to improve the standards of our education. We have to look at the whole field of medicare. We have to upgrade our dilapidated physical infrastructure."

4. Tackle corruption

Corruption was always going to high on the list of priorities for the nation and the new president made it clear in his speech that he would tackle this issue "head on."

@africavoicesCNN #BuhariFixThis Building starts with Solid foundation so CORRUPT Practices must GO by probing and reclaiming assets back

— peter (@mycommentries) May 28, 2015

He needs to tackle the corruption in the NNPC, to grow the economy. Also, power and unemployment #BuhariFixThis https://t.co/XgJLbcaxYr

— Thekingskid  (@thekingskiddy) May 29, 2015

5. Renewed vow to defeat Boko Haram

It was no surprise that defeating Boko Haram was high on the president's list of challenges. In his speech, he reassured the nation that rescuing the Chibok girls and other hostages is of immediate importance.

.@MBuhari: "Boko Haram are a mindless, godless group -- as far from Islam as one can think of." #Nigeria2015 #CNNAfrica

— African Voices (@africavoicesCNN) May 29, 2015

We cannot claim to have defeated Boko Haram without rescuing the #ChibokGirls and all other innocent persons held hostage. #NewNigeria

— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) May 29, 2015

This was also something people on Twitter were imploring president Buhari to fix right away and his defiant stance was met with admiration online.

#BuhariFixThis start with Book Haram 1st pls.

— Bana Alirambe. (@banajabba) May 29, 2015

I bet even Boko haram insurgents are watching this inauguration and thinking, we best find another job asap

— TheDamieThompson (@TheRoyalDamie) May 29, 2015

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Source: CNN