Tinubu, First Lady Hail Shettima as Patriot on Vice President's 60th Birthday

Vice President Kashim Shettima received birthday greetings from President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu as he marked his 60th birthday. The President released a statement ahead of Wednesday's milestone, lauding Shettima as a dependable partner and devoted public servant.

His remarks stressed the Vice President's allegiance to the All Progressives Congress and backing for the current administration. Tinubu also conveyed wishes to Shettima's spouse Nana, offspring, and kinfolk.

Separately, the First Lady offered commendations for Shettima's record of service to the nation, emphasizing his strength and unwavering dedication to Nigeria's interests. She pointed to his gubernatorial accomplishments in Borno State and his prior banking sector credentials before entering electoral politics.

These paired tributes from the nation's foremost household demonstrated recognition of Shettima's transitions across diverse career domains. Beyond the presidency, numerous other political personalities issued birthday tributes.

Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central, traced Shettima's arc from finance through governance roles, encompassing his Senate representation of Borno Central and present standing as Vice President. Orji Uzor Kalu, the former Abia governor, similarly acknowledged Shettima's role in advancing Tinubu's administration, underscoring how his experience across the public sector adds value.

Chief Emmanuel Ironbar, serving as Chief of Staff to the Cross River State governor, characterized Shettima as a statesman demonstrating resilience throughout banking, administrative posts, and leadership at the national tier. Recognition spanning multiple political affiliations and geographic areas underscored Shettima's four-decade professional trajectory.

His progression from private-sector banking into Borno governance amid substantial security crises, then through the legislature and ultimately to the vice presidency, fueled numerous commemorative remarks. These celebrations testified to his sustained prominence within Nigeria's political circles.