VICE President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, declaring that their bond of trust, anchored in service and sacrifice, will never be taken for granted.
News Point Nigeria reports that Shettima made the pledge yesterday in Abuja in a heartfelt message of gratitude as he marked his 59th birthday, during which he also reflected on his journey in public service and the significance of his partnership with the President.
“The bond we share, anchored in loyalty and service, is one I will never take for granted. I have watched you shoulder the burden of difficult choices at critical moments, steering our nation through turbulent waters into a harbour of stability that promises abundance,” Shettima said in response to the President’s goodwill message.
The Vice President described President Tinubu’s leadership under the Renewed Hope Agenda as visionary, people-centred, and deeply transformative, noting that serving alongside him had been both an honour and a lifelong lesson in courage and statesmanship.
He also extended warm appreciation to First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, governors, lawmakers, ministers, traditional and religious leaders, community figures, and everyday citizens who sent in their prayers and goodwill.
Shettima said these gestures serve as a constant reminder of the sacred responsibility of leadership, urging Nigerians to remain united and optimistic.
“As I meditate on these tokens of goodwill, I am renewed in purpose and fortified in spirit. I remain convinced, as does Mr. President, that Nigeria’s greatest days are ahead of us. With unity of will, clarity of vision, and fidelity to our shared aspirations, we shall overcome our trials and bequeath to coming generations a nation that is secure, prosperous, and just,” he added.
Across the country, prominent Nigerians celebrated the Vice President’s milestone birthday, praising his humility, courage, and steadfast commitment to national duty.
House of Representatives Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, in a message through his media aide Musa Abdullahi Krishi, described Shettima as an “experienced politician, excellent administrator, and a great asset to the Tinubu administration.” He lauded his service as a banker, governor of Borno State, senator, and now Vice President.
Abbas further noted that Shettima has been instrumental in fostering unity across ethno-religious divides, championing economic reforms, and serving as a reliable pillar within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, hailed Shettima as a “strategic thinker, fountain of wisdom, and compassionate leader” who has consistently demonstrated generosity and humility throughout his career.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, in a message through his aide, Ismaila Isah, celebrated the Vice President’s humility and courage, calling him a “dependable leader and true friend of Kogi State.” He recalled Shettima’s consistent support for the state in both joyous and challenging moments.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in a goodwill message on his X handle, described Shettima as “a cerebral gentleman with an unquenchable thirst for knowledge” and a “quality addition to President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”
The Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), through its Executive Secretary Bishop Stephen Adegbite, hailed Shettima as the “most pilgrimage-friendly Vice President in Nigeria’s history.” He commended his unwavering support for both Hajj and Christian pilgrimages.
Also, Prince Ade Omole, APC chieftain and former Director of the Diaspora Directorate for the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Council, praised the Vice President as a “towering symbol of principled leadership and patriotism.”
Omole, through a statement by Victor Okebunmi, said Shettima’s brilliance and loyalty remain crucial to the success of the Renewed Hope vision, adding that he is a “national treasure worthy of emulation.”
As encomiums poured in, Shettima used the moment of reflection to assure Nigerians that his commitment to building a stronger, more united, and prosperous country remains unshaken.
His birthday thus became not just a celebration of life, but also a reaffirmation of loyalty, resilience, and a shared vision for Nigeria’s future.