I deeply appreciate your loyalty– President Tinubu hails Shettima at 59
I deeply appreciate your loyalty– President Tinubu hails Shettima at 59
By Muhyideen Jimoh
Abuja, Sept. 2, 2025 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has expressed heartfelt felicitations to Vice President Kashim Shettima on his 59th birthday, praising his loyalty, partnership, and dedication to building a better Nigeria.
In a personal message, Tinubu celebrated Shettima’s vibrancy and unwavering support, calling him a trusted ally in their shared mission of national renewal.
“Today, Sept. 2, 2025, presents another unique opportunity to celebrate you, my brother, co-traveller and Vice President, as you mark another birthday.
”Since we embarked on this journey, united by the shared vision of building a more prosperous nation, your courage, sense of duty, tenacity, determination, and belief in Nigeria’s greatness have remained unshaken.
”I deeply appreciate your vibrancy, loyalty, partnership, and support as my deputy,” Tinubu said.
The President reflected on his decision to choose Shettima as running mate, highlighting his competence, leadership, and consistency in service.
”In choosing you then as a partner, I selected competence and other qualities that Nigeria could depend on.
”Every day, as Vice President, you have justified that choice by strengthening our work, bringing fresh perspectives, and upholding our commitment to Nigerians.
“Your dedication reassures me that I did not make a mistake in choosing you as my deputy,” he said.
Tinubu lauded Shettima’s political journey from Governor of Borno to Senator, commending his service in the face of challenges.
”You served the people of Borno, your home state, excellently as Governor for eight years and later as Senator representing Borno Central in the National Assembly.
”In both roles, you showed that leadership is service, not privilege, even in the face of immense challenges,” he said.
He emphasised their joint commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at delivering tangible dividends of democracy to Nigerians
”Together, we have begun to lay the foundations of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
”From securing new global partnerships across the Atlantic to driving food security and investment reforms at home, your partnership has been integral to our success.
”In the months ahead, as we unlock new trade corridors and deliver more schools, hospitals, and jobs, our partnership will continue to yield results that Nigerians can see and feel.
”We must continue to work towards the full realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda, which will foster prosperity in the country and enhance the living standards of our people,” he said.
Tinubu noted that their bond goes beyond politics, representing unity across regions and traditions.
”Our relationship transcends official duties. It is a bridge across regions and traditions, united in purpose and service.”
”You remind us of what is possible when Nigeria comes first, an example worthy of emulation by those who aspire to lead.”
The President wished Shettima continued strength, wisdom, and many more impactful years in service to Nigeria. (NAN)
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President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after participating in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2026).
Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja.
The president attended the summit alongside some members of his cabinet.
On the sidelines of the summit, Nigeria signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The agreement is aimed at deepening economic cooperation, boosting bilateral trade and investment, and enhancing technology transfer.
It will also expand collaboration in key sectors, including energy, infrastructure, agriculture, mining and renewable energy.
In his address at the summit, Tinubu announced that Nigeria and the UAE would jointly host INVESTOPIA in Lagos in February.
The initiative is designed to attract global investors and accelerate sustainable investment inflows into Nigeria.
Tinubu also said Nigeria targets mobilising up to $30 billion annually in climate and green industrial finance.
He said the funds would support energy transition reforms and expand nationwide access to electricity. (NAN)
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APC clears air on receiving letter of defection from another State Governor
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The Zamfara chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied receiving a letter from Gov. Dauda Lawal seeking to defect to the party.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that there were speculations across the state over Lawal’s move to defect to APC.
A statement issued in Gusau on Saturday by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Malam Yusuf Idris, described the speculations as fabricated.
“The party came across a fabricated report purported to have emanated from one Tambarin Gusau claiming that Go Dauda Lawal has sent a letter to the party wanting to join the APC.
“The report is malicious, unfortunate, unfounded, mischievous and showed the unprofessional manner which some people can go in misleading others and causing chaos in a stable and a peaceful party like the APC.
“The APC has responsible channels where everything is done in a guided manner,” Idris said.
According to him, the party has not received any letter from Lawal as claimed through the imagination of the writer nor was the party aware of any recent moves by the governor to defect from the PDP to the APC.
“All members of the party and indeed the public especially in Zamfara should therefore disregard such report.,” Idris added.(NAN)
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The aircraft, which had 248 passengers and 12 crew members on board, was forced to land abruptly after the malfunction was detected while it was operating within Nigerian airspace.
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident in a statement released by its Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu.
According to him, the agency was alerted to the situation through its 767 and 112 toll-free emergency lines, prompting an immediate response from emergency officials.
He explained that upon receiving the distress call, the LASEMA Response Team (LRT) was swiftly deployed to the airport to assess the situation and provide necessary support.
“Upon arrival at the scene, the LASEMA Response Team confirmed that the aircraft was in distress,” the statement noted.
“The pilot executed a safe landing on the runway at Murtala Mohammed International Airport with LASEMA Response Team and other emergency responders standing by on extreme high alert on the runway.
“Collaborative efforts of the multi-agency responders were coordinated. After proper check by the pilot and the engineering crew, the aircraft was moved to the apron for detailed inspection and prompt repairs.”
“All passengers of the distressed airplane were evacuated safely; no injuries reported, no loss of lives,” the statement said.
Despite the technical issue and the emergency landing, the agency stated that there was the aircraft experienced no major damage.
“The aircraft has been secured on the apron. Recovery activities have been completed,” the statement added.
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