All routes to the Eagles Square venue of the swearing-in of President Muhammadu Buhari were guarded and manned by security officials.

Apart from some dignitaries, all other guests walked several kilometres to the venue.

The hovering of military helicopters above the venue, and dashing off in routine patrols and returning intermittently is part of the security been put in place for the event.

The gates leading to the venue has guests, irrespective of calibre or worth, been subjected to multiple screening.

The Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo had arrived at the venue at 9.45 am.