President Buhari attends the grand finale of the 2018 Nigerian Army Day Celebration in Borno State

Today, President Buhari attended the grand finale of the 2018 Nigerian Army Day Celebration in Borno State.

Speaking at the event, the President said, 'I am delighted to be in your midst today on this special occasion of the Nigerian Army Day Celebration 2018. I am particularly elated with the choice of the venue for this year’s celebration here in Monguno, Northern Borno State'.

'In the last 3 years of this administration, we have worked tirelessly to ensure and preserve the dignity and sanctity of life. When I was sworn in as the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I promised that this administration would tackle the challenges of Insecurity, poor Economy and Fight Corruption' he said.
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