He also stepped up activities a gear in the presidency by dissolving all the boards of federal parastatals and agencies and firing Patrick Ziakede Akpobolokemi as Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).

In his message to the nation in celebration of Eid-el-fitr (the completion of the Ramadan fast), Buhari said that he was very aware of Nigerians‘ high expectations when he assumed office.