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Buhari, represented by Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abubakar Rasheed, stated this at the 9 Combined Convocation of Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, Nasarawa State. President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday said Federal Government would invest more in education at all levels, especially in Science, Technology and Vocational Education and Training (STVET). Buhari , represented by Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission ( NUC ), Prof. Abubakar Rasheed , stated this at the 9 Combined Convocation of Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa , Nasarawa State. He said that his administration would continue to pursue its objectives until it laid a solid foundation for a viable nation which every Nigerian would be proud of. The president said that he would continue to work with honesty, integrity and dedication to change the fortunes of the country for the benefit of Nigerians, particularly the less-privileged in urban and rural areas. He commended the m

Mr Dipo Fatokun, CBN’s Director, Banking and Payment Systems Department, gave the directive at the ‘Meet The Executive’ forum organised by Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) in Lagos. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on Saturday directed all commercial banks to resolve disputes arising from use of Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) channel within three days. Mr Dipo Fatokun , CBN ’s Director, Banking and Payment Systems Department, gave the directive at the ‘Meet The Executive’ forum organised by Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria ( FICAN ) in Lagos. Fatokun, represented by Assistant Director, Banking and Payments System Department, Mr Taiwo Oladimeji, said such resolution would help build more confidence in the payment system and bring more people into the financial services net. The director said some provisions of the regulatory framework for USSD were meant to make the channel more effective. He listed some of the provisions as auth

Here are the reactions as Uruguay beat Portugal 2-1 at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Twitter users mocked Cristiano Ronaldo and hailed Edison Cavani as Uruguay beat Portugal 2-1 in their 2018 FIFA World Cup , round of 16 clash played on Saturday, June 30. After an unbeaten group stage Portugal finished second in group B and were up against Uruguay who finished first in group A. The game ended 2-1 in favour of Portugal as Cavani scored two goals in both halfs to cancel out Pepe 's equaliser. Uruguay vs Portugal stats Ronaldo, Messi mocked on Twitter as Uruguay beat France Cristiano Ronaldo was mocked after Portugal crashed out of the 2018 FIFA World Cup at the round of 16. The reigning World Player of the Year has had a good tournament with four goals in four matches but was unable to help his side progress to the quarter finals. Here are the reactions to his performance and criticism of his legacy Twitter users laughed at him for crashing out with Messi on the same day. "

24 hours after the release of his album, ''Scorpion'', Drake has broken both Spotify and Apple Records for most opening day streams. It was expected that Drake 's new album, 'Scorpion' would break a number of streaming records, based on his star power and controversy leading to the album, and streaming platforms, Spotify and Apple Music has confirmed that indeed the album has. Scorpion  shattered the Spotify record for the biggest opening day with an enormous 132 million streams on June 29, the day it was released. The record which was previously held by rapper, Post Malone for his Beerbongs & Bentley 's album, which had 78.7 million streams worldwide on its first day. However, Post ’s album earned 47.9 million U.S. streams, while Drake almost doubled that amount with 80.5 million streams in America on its first day. ALSO READ: Album review of Drake's Scorpion The streaming site, Spotify stated on Twitter that  Scorp

This is coming after Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore said there will be no peace until Fulani herdsmen are given a share of the land and resources in Nigeria. The chairman of the Plateau state branch of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Mohammadu Nura has said that its members did not attack anybody in Plateau state. According to Nura, 19 of their members were killed and the whereabouts of 73 others are unknown. He claims that the corpses being paraded are that of Fulani herdsmen and not residents of the affected areas. Nura, who said the herdsmen are the real victims, added that they are constantly being maltreated. Speaking to The Cable , He said “As at now, we have been able to bury 19 persons of our own in different places. We have declared 73 persons missing. We have not seen them nor their corpses. So people are taking our corpses, going around the world and telling people that it is their corpses that the Fulani killed. “These corpses they are sayin

Buhari Media Organisation (BMO) had earlier alleged that the PDP sponsored the recent killings in Plateau state. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on Nigerians to disregard the allegations of the Buhari Media Organisation (BMO). BMO had earlier alleged that the PDP sponsored the recent killings in Plateau state. According to the group, the PDP’s intention is to present President Buhari and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in bad light. Callous statement In its, response, the PDP described BMO’s allegation as callous, wicked and obtrusive. According to Daily Post, the party’s spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan called on the group to tell Buhari to be alive to his responsibilities. Ologbondiyan also described as unfortunate, the attempt by BMO to politicize the killings in Plateau state. He said “BMO, out of frustration of its inability to further beguile Nigerians into believing that Buhari is our 21st Century Messiah, is resorting to baseless, lame and political ac

The Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Muhammad Shehu stated this in a statement  in Gusau on Saturday. The Zamfara state police command said it  has arrested a suspected notorious bandit (name withheld) in Gurusu town in Bukkuyum local government area of the state. The Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Muhammad Shehu stated this in a statement  in Gusau on Saturday. Shehu said the arrest was made on Friday after receiving  information on presence of bandits in the area. “ We received distress call from the area that there was presence of bandits in the bush near Gurusu village. “The area commander of Anka police area command mobilised and led a team of police mobile men for bush combing operation in the area which lasted for hours and led to the arrest of the suspect. “A locally made gun with two live cartridges and one operational motorcycle were recovered from the suspect” , he said. Meanwhile, the command said it had also arrested a woman, Salamatu Sheh

Rabiu Kwankwaso said that the PDP is the only strong opposition party that can defeat Buhari. A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rabiu Kwankwaso has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will easily defeat President Buhari in the 2019 presidential elections. Kwankwaso, a former Kano state Governor, said this in an interview with Dele Momodu, the publisher of Ovation Magazine. Premium Times reports that the APC chieftain said PDP is the only strong opposition party that can defeat Buhari. The report also stated that Kwankwaso has consistently claimed that he helped the President win votes in Kano state. Kwankwaso, who revealed that he will be joining the PDP, added that he can beat Buhari in the upcoming presidential elections, if the PDP gives him the chance. He said “I’m a free man now and available to try my luck elsewhere but I know that PDP is the biggest party and as long as they follow democratic principle, Buhari will easily be defeated, but if t

The nominations for the 6th AMVCA have been announced by Joselyn Dumas and Bovi. Check out the complete list of nominees. The countdown to the 6th annual Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards has begun. The nominees were announced via a televised broadcast on all Africa Magic channels on DStv and GOtv on Saturday, June 30, by Ghanaian actress and TV host, Joselyn Dumas , and Nigerian comedian and actor, Bovi. Check out full list of nominees which would be updated as announced. Best Actor in a comedy Kalu Ikeagwu- Dr Meekam IK Ogbonna - Excess Luggage Blossom Chukwujekwu - The Big Fat Lie Odunlade Adekola - A Million Baby OC Ukeje - Potato Potahto Jimmy Olukoya - Guyn Man Best Actress in a comedy and TV series Rita Dominic - Big Fat Lie Adesua Etomi - 10 days in Sun city Queen Nwokoye - Excess Luggage Bimbo Ademoye - Backup Wife Dakore Akande - Isoken Nyce Wanueri - Auntie Boss     Set to hold on September 1 , the 2018 AMVCA will also be broadcast LIVE on all Africa Ma

Adekunle Gold was joined by Simi at his About 30 concert at the IndigO2 Arena in London. Adekunle Gold struck a stellar performance at the London edition of his About 30 concert and this time, he was joined on stage by Simi. Performing at the over 2,000 capacity IndigO2 Academy Islington Arena in London, Adekunle Gold treated his fans to new songs from his About 30 album which was released in May 2018. The night witnessed Adekunle Gold and his 79th element band treat the crowd to non stop music bliss, but the highlight of his performance was when he was joined on stage by singer and rumoured girlfriend, Simi .     The duo performed 'No Forget' from Adekunle Gold's debut album, ''Gold'' , which has Simi as the only featured artist on the project. ridoola.blogspot.com

Governor Tambuwal said this while reacting to the killings in various parts of Nigeria. Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto state has made a case the formation of state police. Tambuwal said this while reacting to the killings in various parts of Nigeria. He said "Whether we like it or not there is seeming justification for state police and there is seeming justification for state governments to have some measures of control over security personnel. You call police Commissioner and that call is ignored is unfortunate and unacceptable.” Nigeria is not well According to Daily Trust, Tambuwal said Nigeria’s leaders need take up their responsibilities and stop pretending like there is nothing wrong with the country. He said "Everything is wrong with our nation and we must as a matter of urgency rise to the challenges.” The Governor said this while declaring speaking at the National Executive Council meeting of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ ) in Sokoto state. Buha

The Senate President made the call in Kwara state where he went to visit communities hit by rainstorm. The Senate President, Bukola Saraki has called for the sack of non performing security chiefs. Saraki said this while reacting to the killings in various parts of the country allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen. According to Channels Television, the Senate President made the call in Kwara state where he went to visit communities hit by rainstorm. “This is not something to be politicised. If somebody is not capable and cannot do what he has to do, let others have the opportunity to do it." Security agenciesare  not united The Senate President also accused the security agencies in the country of refusing to work together. “We have had situations where security officials have told us there is poor coordination. One, A is not talking to B, B is not talking to A. They don’t attend meetings jointly and things need to be done. “Let us forget the issue of party, these are l

Portugal are taking on Uruguay for the fourth time Uruguay are facing Portugal for the third time. The last time Portugal played against Uruguay date back in 1972 at the Maracana Stadium. That game ended one all. Portugal are so far unbeaten in their two previous meetings (won one, drew one). Since the format of the World Cup changed in 1986 to include a round of 16, Uruguay have been eliminated on three of the four occasions they have reached that stage, losing in 1986, 1990 and 2014, but progressing in 2010 against South Korea. Whereas, Penalty shoot-outs excluded, Portugal have lost only one of their last 17 games at major tournaments (won eight, draw eight), a 4-0 defeat against Germany at the 2014 World Cup. However, they have lost their last three games in the World Cup knockout stages (one goal scored, five conceded). READ MORE: Video Kennedy Agyapong finally shows 'Who watches the watchman II' Should Uruguay beat Portugal, it will the first time, the South Ameri

Here are the reactions as France beat Argentina 4-3 at the FIFA World Cup. Twitter users hailed Kylian Mbappe as France beat Argentina 4-3 in their round of 16 clash of the 2018 FIFA World Cup played on Saturday, June 30. France topped group C while Argentina finished second in group C to set up a heavyweight round of 16 clash. The game ended 4-3 in favour of Les Bleus , with Antoine Griezmann , Angel Di Maria , Gabriel Mercado , Benjamin Pavard , Kylian Mbappe and Sergio Aguero all on target. Argentina vs France stats Kylian Mbappe the hero as France beat Argentina Kylian Mbappe was the hero as France beat Argentina, the Paris Saint-Germain forward scored two goals and was brought down for a penalty which resulted into three of the four goals scored by France. The 19-year-old put in a man of the match performance and was hailed on Twitter for his heroics. Here are the reactions to another outstanding performance by Mbappe,  "Kylian Mbappe is the first teenager to score

Liman gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos at the ongoing INEC “Retreat on Media/Public Relations and Public Speaking Techniques’’. Mr Mansur Liman,  the Director-General, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), has advised media professionals and media organisations to support the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the success of general elections in 2019. Liman gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos at the ongoing INEC “ Retreat on Media/Public Relations and Public Speaking Techniques ’’. He said that INEC could not achieve successful elections without the necessary support of the media in terms of giving objective, accurate and effective reports on electoral activities. “Information is very vital and the role that the media is going to play in the next general elections is as important as what INEC is doing, because people need to get the right info

The French President is also expected to be at the official opening of the Alliance Francais building, Ikoyi, while in Lagos state. French President Emmanuel Macron will pay a courtesy visit to President Buhari on Tuesday, July 3, 2018. ThisDay reports that Macron will also be hosted at the African Shrine in Lagos state after seeing the President. The French President is also expected to be at the official opening of the Alliance Francais building , Ikoyi, while in Lagos state. According to ThisDay, “The Alliance Francaise Foundation is the premier cultural organisation in the world, founded on 21 July 1883, it now has 800 local associations in about 133 countries. “It is supported by grants from the French Government and the generosity of patrons, including its founding fathers who are notable Frenchmen like the scientist, Louis Pasteur, the publisher, Armand Colin and writers, Jules Verne and Ernest Renan. “ The ambassador of France to Nigeria, Denys Gauer, recently revealed

The group said that the happenings in Gowon’s home state is a nemesis of the genocide committed against the Igbos in 1966 and the Biafran war. The Biafra Nations Youth League (BNYL), has called on former Military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon to speak up on the Plateau killings. The group said that the happenings in Gowon’s home state is a nemesis of the genocide committed against the Igbos in 1966 and the Biafran war of 1967-1970. "Gowon is yet to understand why God kept him alive till now, he is reaping from what he sowed in 1966-1970. The ongoing massacre in middle belt vindicates Ojukwu.  " They were the major actors in the war, mafians and foot soldiers. But they are not even valued by Hausa-Fulani despite that they look alike ," he added. BYNL’s National Leader, Princewill Chimezie Richard warned of more danger ahead if nothing is done to tackle the activities of herdsmen. Follow Ghadafi’s advice Meanwhile, the group has advised the Federal Governme

Mr Bisi Kazeem, Head of Public Education, FRSC, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday that such training would minimise accidents involving tankers on the roads. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has charged the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas (NUPENG), Petroleum Tanker Driver (PTD) section to engage its members in rigorous traffic trainings to avoid frequent accidents. Mr Bisi Kazeem , Head of Public Education, FRSC , told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday that such training would minimise accidents involving tankers on the roads. “We are charging them to start engaging their members in rigorous traffic trainings so as to meet minimum safety standards concerning their vehicles. “It is very important to train and retrain them, to enable them follow the rules and regulations and to meet the road standard concerning their vehicles,” he said. The FRSC boss said there was an urgent need for government and stakeholders’ consultation, and that gov

Mustapha made the call during the second edition of the Armed Forces and Security Agencies Half Marathon Championship on Saturday in Abuja. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Boss Mustapha has called on the armed forces and other security agencies to collaborate and tackle the security challenges in the country. Mustapha made the call during the second edition of the Armed Forces and Security Agencies Half Marathon Championship on Saturday in Abuja . He said that the synergy and friendship he witnessed at the event gladdened his heart, urging the participants to continue in the spirit of the games entitled: “Racing to Bond’’. “If armed forces collaborate and synergise such as I have seen today, the security challenges of the country will be a foregone conclusion’’ , he said. The SGF commended the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Abayomi Olonisakin , for his initiative to forge a better understanding among the armed forces. He said that such understanding and relatio

The Plateau state police spokesman said the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, June 30, 2018, at Kangan community of Jos South Local Government Area. Suspected herdsmen have killed one person and rustled nine cows in Jos, Plateau state, according to DSP Terna Tyopev, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the Police Command in the state. He said this while confirming the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Jos. Tyopev said the cows belonged to the Anglican Archbishop of Jos, Benjamin Kwashe. The police image maker said the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, June 30, 2018, at Kangan community of Jos South Local Government Area of the state. “Today, at about 7a.m, we received information that nine cattle, belonging to the Anglican Archbishop of Jos were rustled by men suspected to be herdsmen. ALSO READ: Plateau Killings: What truly transpired in Ipan, Barkin Ladi “In the process, one Adamu Dung, 46, vigilante in the

According to Lolu, the Vlog is aimed at sharing his thoughts and opinions on social and personal issues. Big Brother Naija finalist, Lolu has just launched a Vlog - Chronicles of Lolu. Lolu made the announcement via a post on his Twitter timeline. According to the former BBNaija housemate, the Vlog is aimed at sharing his thoughts and opinions on social and personal issues. “#ChroniclesOfLolu was conceived as a result positive feedback on my diary sessions during my time in the BBNaija house. It is directed at sharing my thoughts and opinions on social, personal issues & entertainment to mention a select few. “#ChroniclesOfLolu Those memorable times have given me the platform to birth this. I am truly thankful.   “#ChroniclesOfLolu will have 12 episodes in its first season, produced in collaboration with #LoluForce Media Cluster and directed by Alte studios. This will be shared on a dedicated Youtube channel every Thursday evening. “#ChroniclesOfLolu will aim to answer qu

This was made known by Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore’s Secretary- General , Saleh Al-Hassan. The group known as Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore has said that there will be no peace in Nigeria until Fulani herdsmen are given a share of the land and resources in the country. This was made known by the group’s Secretary- General , Saleh Al-Hassan. “If you have injustice in the land, you can only end up with negativity. There is nowhere you will find citizens being denied their economic rights and then you expect that there will be peace in that kind of place. What we are saying is give us a share of the land resources in this country, ” he said. Herdsmen drag Plateau govt to court According to Daily Post, Al-Hassan revealed that his group has dragged the Plateau state government to the Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS ) court. He also said that they are seeking N4b as damages from the state government. Al-Hassan said that the group took the decision because nobody has been

France are taking on Argentina and these are their facts This is the first ever World Cup knockout game meeting between France and Argentina However, they have faced off twice in the group stage of the World Cup, which Argentina won both meetings and reached the final- 1930, they lost the final and in 1978, the South Americans won. France and Argentina will be facing each other for the 12th time. The South Americans hold the upper hand with six wins to two, keeping a clean sheet in eight of their previous 11 encounters. They have only played twice in the last 32 years, in friendlies in 2007 and 2009, which were won by Argentina (1-0 and 2-0 respectively). The fixture is the first between two previous world champions at this World Cup. France The French haven't lost in their last eight World Cup matches against South American opposition at the World Cup, since a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in 1978. Didier Deschamps will take charge of his 80th game as France head coach, overtak

The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of LASUTH, Prof. Adewale Oke, made the disclosure at a media briefing at the hospital on Friday in Lagos. The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) says 10 patients benefited from free cardiothoracic surgeries in the ongoing Lagos State Free Open Heart Surgery Mission at the hospital. The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of LASUTH , Prof. Adewale Oke , made the disclosure at a media briefing at the hospital on Friday in Lagos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that cbardiothoracic surgery is a specialty that involves operation on organs in the chest including the heart, lungs and blood vessels. It helps to treat conditions which include hole in the heart, tumours in the heart and lungs and diseases of the heart valves. The surgeries were done by a team of surgeons and cardiologists in the hospital in collaboration with Cardiostart, a U.S. based NGO. Oke commended the NGO for its role in making the surgeries free and helping to buil

President of Benin, Mr Patrice Talon, represented by the Senior Minister of Planning and Development, Mr Abdulahi Tchiane, officially inaugurated the project. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Friday inaugurated its Regional Electricity Market to address power challenges and fast track efficient cross-border electricity trade among member states. President of Benin , Mr Patrice Talon , represented by the Senior Minister of Planning and Development, Mr Abdulahi Tchiane , officially inaugurated the project. He said that the measure would go a long way in ensuring steady integrated power supply among member states. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the official launch was preceded by series of meetings by experts and Ministers of Energy from ECOWAS Member States  to review and adopt a document for the take off of the regional electricity market. Talon said that the inauguration of the project was a realisation of the founding fathers of ECOWAS an

The governor said this on Friday during an assessment visit to Bodija market and the new central abattoir at Amosun Village in Ibadan. Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has vowed that those involved in the Bodija market mayhem which led to the burning down of a police station would be arrested and prosecuted. The governor said this on Friday during an assessment visit to Bodija market and the new central abattoir at Amosun Village in Ibadan . The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) recalls that there was mayhem at the Bodija market in Ibadan on Thursday as suspected hoodlums allegedly clashed with some police officers. The crisis led to the killing of no fewer than two traders and the razing of the police station in the market. The state government shut down the market to prevent further loss of lives and property” NAN reports that the governor, who was accompanied by CP Abiodun Odude and other members of the state executive council on Friday, visited the scene to assess the level of de

Obasanjo made the call at the 6th Annual Christopher Kolade Lecture on Business Integrity, entitled: “The Role of Business Integrity in National Transformation”, in Lagos. Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo on Friday called for a review of the public procurement policies to promote business integrity, eliminate corrupt practices and  drive national transformation. Obasanjo made the call at the 6th Annual Christopher Kolade Lecture on Business Integrity, entitled: “The Role of Business Integrity in National Transformation” , in Lagos. The lecture was organised by the Convention on Business Integrity Ltd., an anti-corruption, research and advocacy organisation concerned with issues of accountability and transparency in public and private sector. He said that the country’s procurement process probably construed the largest source of leakage. According to him,  awards of contracts, supply, service contracts and others are usually loaded with provisions for bribes and kickbacks. Obasanj

The Presidency also condemned the PDP for exploiting the recent mass murder of people in Plateau State for political gains. The Buhari Media Organisation (BMO) has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is behind the recent killings in Plateau state. Over 200 people were killed by suspected Fulani herdsme n in Plateau state last week, according to reports. The BMO, said that the PDP sponsored the attacks to soil the achievements of the President. The group, which is the media arm of Buhari’s campaign team, said that the PDP’s plan is to present the President and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in bad light. This was made known to newsmen in a statement signed by BMO’s chairman, Mr Austin Braimo and Secretary, Mr Cassidy Madueke. The statement said: "This was done to tarnish the reputation of the President and cast the image of APC in bad light, just for the desperate opposition to gain some political advantage. “It was also gathered that illegal road blocks we

According to Okogie, Buhari has done nothing to stop the attacks by Fulani herdsmen in different parts of the country. Cardinal Anthony Olubunmi Okogie has written an open letter to President Buhari on the killings in Plateau state. The Priest, in the letter titled: Dear Mr. President, Call a Spade a Spade, obtained from Punch, said that the President has failed to provide security for Nigerians. According to Okogie, Buhari has done nothing to stop the attacks by Fulani herdsmen in different parts of the country. Plateau killings According to unconfirmed reports, over 200 people were killed by suspected Fulani herdsmen last week in several communities in Plateau state. “Dear Mr. President, we must call a spade a spade. You were elected to protect the land and its people but neither is being protected under your watch. “You therefore have the most important decision of your career to make. And that decision is this: Are you for Nigerians or not? “The number (of Nigerians) kil

Wizkid has stated that he is booked for performances for the next three years. Wizkid has announced that he has been booked for performances for the next three years. In a post on his Twitter page, the Pop star who has been performing at various stages across the world, says in his tweet, ''Booked for 3 years'' .   Wizkid, who sold out the O2 Arena in May, and also performed at the One Africa Music Festival is presently concluding works on his third studio album, Made In Lagos . The singer has also earlier hinted that he will be performing at concerts in Haiti, Canada and Jamaica. Wizkid is a fixture in the Nigerian pop music and one of the leading lights of the Afrobeats genre since releasing his debut album, Superstar in 2011. Drake thanks Wizkid and Tekno for inspiring his studio drive In a post on his Instagram story, Rapper Drake , thanked the duo for inspiring his studio drive , while recording his latest album ''Scorpion'' through

The Chief of Army Staff(COAS), Lt. Gen Tukur Buratai has said that the killings going on in various parts of the country are being sponsored by forces against Nigeria. Buratai said that their intention is to destroy the corporate existence of the country. He also added that external and internal forces are behind the killings in Plateau, Benue, Zamfara, Taraba and other parts of the country. Buratai said this while addressing newsmen on the commencement of the Nigerian Army Day Celebration in Maiduguri, Vanguard reports. Stop the blame game According to the Army chief, the blame game along tribal and religious lines will do the country no good. He also urged Nigerians to unite to be able solve the current challenge, which he described a serious. “The Nigerian Army is not sleeping. We are continuously exploiting all the linkages and leads towards addressing the security challenges. “We shall get to the roots of the entire crisis militarily. “Therefore, we must be tolerant of one