Kashim Shettima

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Kashim Shettima Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria | Former Senator | Former Governor, Borno State, Nigeria

Today, I attended the Nigeria-Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exchange Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.In my remarks, I str...
07/10/2026

Today, I attended the Nigeria-Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exchange Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

In my remarks, I stressed how Nigeria’s National Policy on Food and Nutrition 2026–2035 had set targets to reduce the country’s stunting rate to 32 per cent by 2029, 28 per cent by 2032, and 25 per cent by 2035.

I also noted that Nigeria will accelerate work on a National Food and Nutrition Bill as part of efforts to protect nutrition financing, strengthen accountability, and sustain interventions across successive administrations.

The proposed legislation would strengthen the Federal Government’s Nutrition 774 Initiative and deepen a compact among federal, state, and local governments to deliver a unified response to malnutrition, beginning at the community level.

I have arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, leading a Nigerian delegation to the Nigeria-Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exch...
06/10/2026

I have arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, leading a Nigerian delegation to the Nigeria-Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exchange Forum, scheduled for October 7 and 9, 2026.

On arrival, I was received by the Nigerian Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the African Union, Ambassador Nasir Aminu; Minister in the Mission, Mr. Nura Bappah Aliyu; Senior Counsellor, Mr. Onovo Emmanuel Isaac; the Defence Attaché, Wing Commander Gabriel Diepiriye Batubo; and other senior Ethiopian government officials.

Earlier today, I represented my boss, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at the fifth anniversary of the Nigerian Upstream Pet...
06/10/2026

Earlier today, I represented my boss, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at the fifth anniversary of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

In my remarks, I announced a massive drop in the nation’s reliance on crude revenues, signalling a decisive shift toward a diversified economy that his administration intends to push even further.

I noted that, driven by the Renewed Hope Agenda, the administration has built a diversified, high-growth economy—unlocking the potential of agriculture, manufacturing, and the digital and creative industries to shift the landscape away from single-sector dependence.

I explained that through the joint effort of security agencies, operators, host communities, and the Commission, oil production is now steadier and stronger.

I have departed Abuja for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to lead a historic government-to-government peer exchange focused on ac...
06/10/2026

I have departed Abuja for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to lead a historic government-to-government peer exchange focused on accelerating nutrition delivery.

I am attending the forum at the invitation of the Deputy Prime Minister of Ethiopia, H.E. Temesgen Tiruneh, who is championing the country’s multi-sectoral approach to boosting nutrition in the country.

As the head of Nigeria’s delegation, I will participate in the inaugural Nigeria-Ethiopia Nutrition Leadership Exchange Visit, a forum aimed at enabling key stakeholders to share experiences of building a federal, state and local compact on nutrition.

06/10/2026

Yesterday, Nigeria lost brave men and women of our Air Force in the service of our country.

This is a painful moment for our Armed Forces and for the entire nation. Our Air Force personnel put their lives on the line every day to secure Nigeria. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Behind every uniform is a family. A spouse, a child, a parent, a brother or sister who expected their loved one home. Nigeria grieves with them.

I have declared three days of national mourning and directed that our flags be flown at half-mast throughout the country in honour of those we have lost.

The Chief of Air Staff has briefed me, and I have directed the Nigerian Air Force to immediately commence a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash to prevent future occurrences.

I also commend the Nigerian Air Force for activating an immediate search and rescue operation following the accident.

We honour their service. We remember their sacrifice.

May the souls of our departed heroes rest in peace.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR
President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria

From Niger State, I proceeded to Maiduguri, Borno State, where I commiserated with Governor Babagana Zulum over the demi...
05/10/2026

From Niger State, I proceeded to Maiduguri, Borno State, where I commiserated with Governor Babagana Zulum over the demise of his niece, Amina (Inna) Zulum, who died this morning.

I also prayed to Allah to grant her soul eternal rest, reward her with Al-Jannah Firdaus, and grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss.

Today, I paid a condolence visit to Minna, the Niger State capital, where I conveyed the sympathies of President Bola Ah...
05/10/2026

Today, I paid a condolence visit to Minna, the Niger State capital, where I conveyed the sympathies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, the bereaved families, and the people of the state over the death of 37 suspected miners.

In my remarks, I assured the families of the 37 suspected miners who died in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State that the Federal Government will get to the root of the tragedy and ensure that anyone found culpable is held accountable.

I also announced the Federal Government’s donation of ₦250 million to the families of the deceased.

While in Katsina, I witnessed the reception of prominent political decampees into the All Progressives Congress (APC), l...
04/10/2026

While in Katsina, I witnessed the reception of prominent political decampees into the All Progressives Congress (APC), led by former Secretary to the Katsina State Government, Dr Mustapha Inuwa.

Other stalwarts, including 8 National Assembly aspirants, 18 State House of Assembly aspirants and several political leaders from opposition parties, were received into our party at the event.

Earlier today in Katsina, I flagged off the Community Investment Fund (CIF) disbursement in a major push for women’s emp...
04/10/2026

Earlier today in Katsina, I flagged off the Community Investment Fund (CIF) disbursement in a major push for women’s empowerment and financial inclusion under the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up (NFWP-SU) Project.

I also inaugurated 32 compressed natural gas-powered buses and 200 electric-powered tricycles under the Katsina State Comprehensive Urban Renewal Programme, as well as several completed road projects undertaken to improve traffic flow, connectivity and urban mobility in the state metropolis.

In my remarks, I advocated for a conducive business environment for Nigerian women to ply their trade, saying the nation owes them an economy worthy of their labour.

The CIF fund disbursement answers a question that should trouble every government, as it borders on how much prosperity has been postponed by asking women to work miracles with too little capital.

Today, I commissioned the ultra-modern corporate headquarters of Northwest Petroleum & Gas Company Limited in Lagos.In m...
02/10/2026

Today, I commissioned the ultra-modern corporate headquarters of Northwest Petroleum & Gas Company Limited in Lagos.

In my remarks, I hailed the state-of-the-art facility as a game-changer that will revolutionize local operations and completely rewrite the standards of excellence for the nation’s multi-billion-dollar oil and gas industry.

Indeed, the world-class facility sends a clear message to investors, clients, and Nigerians that Northwest Petroleum is poised for decades of service in an evolving global energy economy.

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