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The Republic . 20 January 1989 . Pg 1

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The text discusses several significant events from January 20, 1989, including a lawsuit against former Nigerian Head of State, General Olusegun Obasanjo, for allegedly assaulting a police officer, Inspector Henry Ale. The lawsuit seeks damages and claims violations of the officer's fundamental rights. Additionally, it mentions a debt conversion auction scheduled for February 3, where a sum of $25 million will be offered. In South Africa, Chris Hannet has been sworn in as acting head of state following President Pieter Botha's hospitalization due to a mild stroke. The text also touches on the establishment of a research team by the National Electoral Commission to study electoral issues in the country.

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The text discusses several significant events from January 20, 1989, including a lawsuit against former Nigerian Head of State, General Olusegun Obasanjo, for allegedly assaulting a police officer, Inspector Henry Ale. The lawsuit seeks damages and claims violations of the officer's fundamental rights. Additionally, it mentions a debt conversion auction scheduled for February 3, where a sum of $25 million will be offered. In South Africa, Chris Hannet has been sworn in as acting head of state following President Pieter Botha's hospitalization due to a mild stroke. The text also touches on the establishment of a research team by the National Electoral Commission to study electoral issues in the country.