Tag: VP SHETTIMA

VP Shettima to commission Kaduna’s world-class Banquet Hall

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VP Shettima to commission

…As Uba Sani bags prestigious NIPR Fellowship Vice-President Kashim Shettima is set to commission a state-of-the-art banquet hall at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House in Kaduna, in what is being described as a major milestone in the state’s drive to reposition itself as a hub for high-level engagements and global partnerships. The purpose-built facility, initiated in 2024 by Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, is designed to host high-profile meetings, international conferences, Northern Governors’ Forum gatherings, as well as major state functions. The project forms part of a broader infrastructure…

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Shettima receives Fintiri into APC, names him Adamawa party leader

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Shettima receives Fintiri

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has formally received Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri into the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring him the party’s leader in Adamawa State. The high-profile reception, which was held at Mahmud Ribaɗu Square in Yola, attracted a large gathering of party stakeholders, governors, ministers, lawmakers and supporters from across the state and beyond, highlighting its political significance. Speaking as Special Guest of Honour, Shettima described Fintiri’s defection as a major boost for the ruling party, noting it would strengthen the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections. He added that…

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Shettima, Matawalle lead grand reception, as Zamfara Gov. defects to APC

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Zamfara Gov.  defects to APC

A major political realignment is set to unfold in Zamfara State, as Vice-President Kashim Shettima and the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Muhammad Matawalle, prepare to formally receive Governor Dauda Lawal into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Matawalle, the immediate-past governor of the state, is expected to arrive in Gusau today Monday, March 23, ahead of the grand reception scheduled for tomorrow Tuesday, at the Trade Fair Complex. The event will officially mark Governor Lawal’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. The Vice-President is billed…

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“Insecurity, next phase of our struggle” – Tinubu tells VP, Govs.

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Tinubu tells VP, Govs.

President Bola Tinubu, yesterday in Lagos, said his administration will intensify efforts to tackle the challenges of insecurity across various parts of the country, assuring that the safety and well-being of citizens featured at the meetings held in the United Kingdom. President Tinubu, who hosted the Vice-President Kashim Shettima and 23 state governors at his Lagos home for the Eid el-Fitr, said that he had followed up on support for modern security interventions with French President, Emmanuel Macron. He said: “Your presence here today and the number show your sincerity,…

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Tinubu, Shettima meet World Bank delegation in Abuja

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Tinubu, VP meet W'Bank

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima yesterday hosted a high-level delegation from the World Bank at the State House in Abuja. The delegation was led by the World Bank’s Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde. The meeting was confirmed in a post on X by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. However, details of the discussions have not yet been made public. According to earlier reports, the meeting came barely 48 hours after Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, received a World Bank delegation at…

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APC denies plan to drop Shettima ahead of 2027

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APC denies plan

…Dismisses running-mate rumours The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed speculation that Vice-President Kashim Shettima may be dropped as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting the Tinubu–Shettima ticket remains intact. The ruling party described reports of a planned replacement — including claims of a shift to a Christian running mate — as baseless and misleading, stressing that it is not engaged in any 2027 ticket discussions and remains focused on governance. In a statement issued yesterday, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka described the…

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56th World Economic Forum: VP Shettima unveils ‘Nigeria House’ in Davos

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VP Shettima unveils

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Davos, Switzerland, to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th World Economic Forum, (WEF). He was received on arrival by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar; the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole and officials of the Nigerian Mission in Switzerland. Vice President Kashim Shettima officially inaugurated the Nigeria House, located on the Davos Promenade, at the ongoing World Economic Forum meeting in Switzerland. According to a post yesterday by the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media…

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2027: “Only a fool on a suicidal path’ll challenge Tinubu” – VP Shettima

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VP Shettima on 2027

Vice-President, Kashim Shettima had said only someone hell-bent on a suicidal path or an outright imposter can dare to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. Shettima stated this during the 15th meeting of the National Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), which was held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja on Friday. According to him, elections are not won on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). “Only a fool hell-bent on a suicidal path or an outright imposter can dare to challenge President Bola…

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“No dictator can survive in Nigeria”, Shettima hails media as heroes of democracy

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Shettima hails media

Vice-President Kashim Shettima yesterday declared that no government in Nigeria can successfully silence the press, insisting that the country’s vibrant media landscape remains the strongest safeguard of its democracy. Speaking at the 2025 Conference and Annual General Meeting of the International Press Institute, (IPI), Nigeria, held in Abuja, Shettima praised journalists for consistently defending citizens’ right to know, even in the face of intimidation and misinformation campaigns. “Nigeria has one of the most vibrant media communities in the world,” he said. “Never in our history has any person or government…

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G-20 Summit: Security, climate issues top Nigeria’s agenda 

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G 20 summit

There are strong indications that Nigeria’s current security situation and economic challenges will feature prominently, as Vice-President Kashim Shettima presents Nigeria’s position at the G20 Summit. Shettima, who arrived in South Africa on Friday evening, is scheduled to engage foreign leaders and development partners on issues relating to the economy, security, climate change, among others. It was also gathered that he will engage in high-level diplomatic discussions that will enable him to effectively present a true picture of the ongoing security situation in Nigeria. The G20 Summit presents a unique…

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