Kashim Shettima
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Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria | Former Senator, Borno Central District | Former Governor of Borno State
Maiduguri, Nigeria
Joined June 2017
Congratulations to Zahrah Ibrahim, a Nigerian lecturer and PhD student of Engineering at Aberdeen in Scotland, for winning the prestigious European “Drilling Engineering Innovation Award”. Her presentation on “A Novel Approach for Wellbore Strengthening” wowed the judges, and
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A great Succession is crucial to the sustainability of any Program & may Allah bless H.E. @ProfZulum & grant him Aljannah Firdaus. This is Fato Sandi Primary School.
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Innalillahi wa inna ilayhir raji’un. I have just been notified of the death of two great supporters and dedicated stalwarts, Hons. Iliyasu and Mallam Nuhu who died in a fatal accident while returning to their abode from Abuja. I am deeply pained by their deaths especially as
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I paid a courtesy visit to my father and former boss, Malam Mamman Daura (Durbin Daura). My relationship with Malam goes back nearly three decades when I worked with the African International Bank (AIB) as Head of Corporate Banking Department, Kaduna Branch, where he was
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A Political Virtuoso at 71. There are many stations from which one can embark on the journey through @officialABAT’s life and each is a testament to his pursuit of noble objective. From business through activism to politics, every phase of his life is a guidebook. 1/4
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HAPPY EASTER TO ALL MY CHRISTIAN BROTHERS AND SISTERS. As we celebrate an end to the Lenten season of fasting & penitence, may our diversity in ethnic, religious, cultural, and tribal leanings be the binding force for our Nation's Unity & Greatness. May the Almighty God
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My visit to the elder statesman, a man of history and pillar of flourishing enterprises, Alhaji Aminu Dantata. He is not just one of a refined breed of patriots, but a model for many generations. May Allah grant him robust health & serenity of mind to continue serving humanity.
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Maiduguri is magnificent. Thank you Team Zulum & the wonderful People of Borno!
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Happiness is Contentment.Fulllo proudly riding his Bike!😀.The Kids are on top of the World!.
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We are not only proud of the ambition of the chess maverick, Tunde Onakoya (@Tunde_OD), in his attempt to break the Guinness World Record for playing chess for 58 hours without losing a game, but also of his humanitarian interventions and his representation of Nigeria on the
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As Nigerians partake in a historic election, the good people of Borno State have been devastated by fire outbreak at the prized Monday Market in Maiduguri. This tragedy hit us truly hard, having resulted in loss of properties and livelihoods of some key pillars of our economy. 1/.
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Today, I had the pleasure of arriving in Ibadan to attend the traditional marriage ceremony of Toluwatimi Esther and Ayodeji Kenny, children of Ekiti State Governor, His Excellency @biodunaoyebanji, and Dr. Oluranti Akinyemi’s families, respectively. Upon landing at the Ibadan
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My @channelstv Interview Taken Out of Context. 1. When I appeared on Channels TV last Thursday amidst the tension rippling through our political arena, it was to underline the promise @officialABAT’s presidential bid held for those yet to establish the certainty of the hurdle….
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What we promise in our bid to build a home of vast opportunities for the current and emerging generations is investing in the youth to defy the boundaries we couldn’t cross. Ours is to be the shoulders on which they stand in pursuit of their dream. Happy International Youth Day!.
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I left it 75% completed & my Boss, Governor @ProfZulum has completed the Project & is ready for commissioning. Borno is Working 👍🏾
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Dear friends and well-wishers,. Greetings to you all. As we approach the anniversary of my birth on September 2nd, I am utterly grateful for the warm wishes and kind sentiments that many of you have expressed over the years. Your thoughtfulness has touched my heart and has been.
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As someone who had the privilege of being Governor of Borno State while late Ya Abba Kyari served his first four years as COS, I can bear testimony to his very deep commitment to the stability and progress of Borno.
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I am honoured to host my former principal and predecessor as the Governor of Borno State, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff. I am not only grateful for the wisdom shared during our meeting, but also bolstered to remain steadfast in my commitment to carrying forward the vision of serving
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Our victory in the @OfficialAPCNg Presidential primaries is a testament to widespread belief in @officialABAT's promise of better days by Nigerians across all divides. This is a victory for all of us, for those who defied pedestrian propaganda & falsehoods to stand with the truth.
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When you write the history of mavericks who revolutionized banking in Nigeria, Mr. Jim Ovia will occupy a top spot. Aside from his eyes for outstanding talents and guiding them to partake in building one of the most successful banks in Nigeria, he’s a peerless risk manager.
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I paid my brother, former Governor of Ekiti State, H.E. Ayodele Peter Fayose a visit. The great Oshko welcomed us with warmth and rare camaraderie. Thank you for your support and God bless you for hosting me and my team.
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A Clash of Civilisation. Different strokes for different folks: My Fulata friends/cousins along the streets of Abuja in all their glory - eccentric fashion choices; earrings and permed hair. 😂
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I am deeply saddened by the passing of Alhaji Usman Baba Patigi, fondly known as Samanja. His presence on TV and radio brought joy and laughter to various generations of Nigerians. Through humour and sincerity, he explored our diversity and mirrored our society to remind us of
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I share in the recognition bestowed upon our gallant service chiefs today, as they were decorated with their new ranks at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa.
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The obsession with distorting one’s views to settle partisan scores brings to mind a certain WBC Commentary. “The trouble with deliberate bias,” it says, “is that it cannot be erased by sound education”. The video of my speech in Lagos is out there for those sincerely curious. 1/.
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The past 12 months were an opportunity to play a role in the service of humanity. We endured the lows and highs to come this far, and we can only thank God and all the kind people He brought our way for this grace. May 2023 be kinder to us and our loved ones. Happy New Year!! 🎉
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I wish all Muslims happy and remarkable Eid- el-Maulud celebrations to mark the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) whose teachings, predominantly on tolerance, sacrifice, peaceful coexistence, abstinence, honesty and generosity are engraved in our hearts. The.
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Get well soonest, Sir! . I join millions of fellow Nigerians and friends of our dear country around the world, to wish our dearest Vice President, His Excellency, @ProfOsinbajo GCON, SAN a speedy recovery, after his successful surgery in Lagos.
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My friend, Isa Gusau . There couldn't have been a more poignant last chapter to a man's life than my final text exchange with him. He reached out on December 31, 2023, to draw my attention to a Qur'an recital competition in Damaturu, Yobe State, stating that it transpired without
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Happy birthday, Your Excellency. As we celebrate your special day, we are further assured that every phase of your life journey, spanning business, activism, and politics, underscores your noble objectives as our leader.
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“We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools”. -Martin Luther King.
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Homecoming for the City Boy. What a glorious reception!
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Today, I congratulate fellow Nigerians especially Christian faithful on the occasion of this year's Chrtistmas celebrations. Beyond its religious significance, Christmas has evolved into a cultural and global celebration, fostering joy, gift-giving, and festive traditions. I
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I was in Ilorin today to condole with the venerable family of Hajiya Muinat Bola Shagaya over the passing of her beloved mother, Alhaja Sahadat Abdulraheem. The matriarch’s legacy lives in those she left behind and Nigeria has benefited from the pace-setting children she raised.
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Congratulations Omo Daddy!.
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Today, I had the privilege of inaugurating the National Executives of 'Arewa Women For Tinubu' in Abuja. The strength of every nation is directly tied to the respect they have accorded their women.
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I took time this evening to visit my brother and friend, renowned Gombe politician, and former Managing Director of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), Dr. Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna (Sardaunan Gombe) at his Abuja residence.
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Indeed we belong to Allah, & indeed to Him we will return. - Qur'an 2:156.
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I’m devastated to learn of the passing of His Royal Highness, the Emir of Dutse, Dr. Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi. His palace was a home for all, an avenue to seek counsels, especially on the burden of leadership. At 79, he was fortunate to rise through the ranks in serving humanity. 1/4
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On Saturday, I attended the Wedding Fatiha of the daughter of former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. Kwankwaso gave his daughter, Dr. Aishatu Kwankwaso’s hand in marriage to Fahad, the son of Katsina-based business mogul, Alhaji Dahiru Mangal.
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Earlier today, I joined State Governors, and the leadership of the National Assembly to pay a New Year homage to our boss, President @officialABAT, GCFR at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos.
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Throwback: . "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's true character, give him power" - Abraham Lincoln. With the then VP, @JoeBiden, .a decent, humble statesman, providing global leadership with empathy, passion and commitment.
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Yesterday, I had the honour of visiting Hon. Binta Bello in company of Senator Abubakar Kyari. A celebrated grassroots mobiliser, Hon. Binta Bello (Jakadiyar Kaltungo) is an amazon in Gombe politics and a women leader of repute. (1/2)
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Yesterday in Maiduguri, I attended the wedding Fatiha of Alhaji Mustapha Sani Abacha, son of former Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha. The wedding solemnization took place at Mohammed Ali Mosque, Old GRA, Maiduguri. I was accompanied by the Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda
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Congratulations to Tobi Amusan who broke world’s records to win gold medal in the Women’s 100m Hurdles and Ese Brume for her silver medal in the Women’s Long Jump at the World Athletics Championships. These victories drive our resolve to make youths & sports a top priority. (1/2)
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Shortly after observing the Friday Jumma'at prayers at the National Mosque in Abuja, I attended the wedding Fatiha of Alhaji Haliru Mohammed Dantoro (Yeriman Borgu), son of the Emir of Borgu, HRH (Dr.) Muhammad S. Haliru Dantoro, CFR. I represented the groom's family at the
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Elections Are Not Magic Shows. My acceptance speech on being chosen as the running mate of the Presidential Candidate of the @OfficialAPCNg, @officialABAT, for the 2023 Presidential Elections in Abuja, Nigeria, on July 20th, 2022.
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Tolerance is Maturity. As Goethe said:”Let every man sweep the frontage of his own home & the whole World will be Clean”.And Martin Luther King captured it succinctly:”Let us learn to live together as brothers or perish together as Fools”.
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May this sacred day deepen our shared humanity and commitment to building a safe and happy world, where the enduring love and mercy of God thrive. Merry Christmas!
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Ahead of this morning’s Creative Economy Roundtable today, I hosted my brother, RMD, and other icons from the creative industry in my office last night. We discussed our administration’s agenda for the sector, emphasizing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to elevating the
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He is the last of the great Titans; one of the torchbearers of education in the region, an icon of stability, maturity, exemplary leadership and generosity of spirit in Borno & Nigeria as a whole.
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Earlier today at the Presidential Villa, I joined my boss, President @officialABAT, to receive traditional rulers from South-South, Nigeria on a courtesy visit to Aso Rock. The President promised to prioritise the well-being of Niger-Delta people and indeed all Nigerians.
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I never attributed hospitality to Abacha in my speech. I did a rundown of our past Presidents and played up “the taciturnity and a dose of ruthlessness of a Sani Abacha” to show we need strongmen to deal with the nonstate actors who’ve turned Nigeria into a vast killing-field. 2/.
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6. I want this to be taken as an appeal to our supporters across all political camps to build bridges and mend fences as the actual journey is just about to begin. Victory, for the discerning, has always been the first lap of the race. Thank you for your understanding.
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Earlier today, I joined my boss, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to receive the report of Senior Executive Course 45 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) at the Council Chambers, Presidential Villa. This in fulfillment of the annual tradition of the
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Yesterday, I attended the wedding ceremony of Miss Omobosola Zulaiha and Temitope Abdulmojeed Ahmed at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
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Politics without bitterness. Exchanging banters with the Vice Presidential Candidate of the NNPP, my brother Bishop Isaac Idahosa, & Prof. Rufa’i Ahmed Alkali, the National Chairman of the NNPP and a patriot from Gombe State at the National Peace Committee Signing Ceremony.
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Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate’s appointment as CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance doesn’t come as a surprise to those who know him or have followed his pacesetting career and commitment developing public health in Nigeria and abroad. In him, Gavi has found a polished visionary. (1/4)
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I was quick to tease the audience, appreciating the humour hovering around the hall, with the familiar jibe that nice men don’t make good leaders. By nice men I meant those who get easily manipulated and pressured to divert state resources to appeal to private expectations. 3/3.
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4. I hereby tender my unreserved apologies to the Vice President and the President of the Senate for the unintended pains my jibes might have caused them and their families and supporters.
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Yesterday, I paid a condolence visit to the former Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs. Pauline Tallen, over the death of her son, Richard Adamu. I visited the family's Abuja residence in the company of Deputy Chief of Staff to the President (Office of the Vice President), Senator
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As we celebrate yet another chapter of gratitude to God in your illustrious life, my family and I join the nation in celebrating your dedication to service, patriotism, and the cherished friendship you have extended to us, Madam First Lady, @SenRemiTinubu CON. You have stood.
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My words weren’t woven to portray them as unworthy aspirants, but merely to qualify them as non-threatening contenders. I, however, take full responsibility for my utterances and wish to appeal to our teeming supporters to neither take my words out of their metaphoric contexts. .
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Please accept my Condolences Y.E.Sir.These demented monsters called Boko Haram have gone against every tenet of the Islamic Faith & human Values.May Allah curse them.
Aid workers' execution: @ProfZulum deeply pained, sends delegation to families, wants new ideas for solution . Says victims died as heroes
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Yesterday, I paid private visits to two revered traditional rulers in Lagos - Oba of Lagos, HRM, Oba Rilwan Akiolu and the Oniru of Iru Kingdom, HRM Oba Abdul-Wasiu Lawal, at their palaces in Lagos.
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I congratulate you for being a part of this history, and doing so without underlining any of the country’s fault-lines. This is the maturity and wisdom we intend to adopt in the coming days to bring you, patriots of a great nation, under one umbrella to market Asiwaju’s ideals.
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Yesterday, I paid a condolence visit to the Mukhtar family over the passing way of the late Waziri of Borno, Alhaji Mustapha Mukhtar. I was accompanied on the visit by the Deputy Governor of Borno State, Alhaji Umar Kadafur; Sen. Kaka Shehu-Lawan, some members of the National
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Earlier today, I attended the Wedding Fatiha of Hauwa'u (Ummi) Abubakar Muhammad Dantabawa and Engr. Salim Salisu Musa held at the Sultan Bello Jumma’at Mosque, Unguwar Sarki Kaduna. At a colourful ceremony graced by distinguished personalities, I had the honour of giving the
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Earlier today at a wedding ceremony in Maiduguri, Borno State, I implored Nigerians to shun the planned nationwide protests scheduled to begin on August 1, 2024 as it is time for unity and focused development in the country.
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I express my heartfelt condolences to the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin Elkanemi, the Government and the people of Borno State over the untimely passing of the Waziri of Borno, Mustapha Mukhtar. I received the news of the demise of the late traditional.
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In Anambra State, I joined my friends from South East region to grace the 32nd Ukpo Ofala Celebration where I was honoured with a Chieftancy title. His Royal Highness, Igwe Dr. Robert Chukwudilim Eze (Okofia VI), Igwe Ukpo and Clan Head of Dunuokofia Ancient Kingdom honoured me
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Earlier today, I joined my boss, President @officialABAT to receive the management team of Mastercard Foundation led by @reetaroymcf, the President and CEO of the Foundation, on a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa.
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‘Everyone thinks of changing the world but no one thinks of changing himself ‘-Tolstoy.
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On this sacred day, I wish you the fulfilment of all your prayers throughout the month of Ramadan. May the essence of this day serve as a reminder for us to strive to be better versions of ourselves and to devote ourselves towards the elevation of humanity.
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On Tuesday, I paid a condolence visit to the family of my brother, friend, and colleague at Zenith Bank, Chief Kester Ogualili who passed away on May 3, 2024. Kester and I have come a long way and now that he is no more, we will step in to fill the vacuum created by his demise.
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Earlier today in Kano, I had the honor of attending the wedding Fatiha of the sons of the Chairman of the Kano State chapter of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (@OfficialAPCNg), Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas. On my arrival at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, I
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In my capacity as the Chairman of the National Council on MSMEs, today, I held discussions with the DG of SMEDAN, Charles Odii. Our deliberation focused on strategies to stimulate sectoral growth, including the implementation of immediate relief measures.
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I sympathise with all the victims of this tragedy and reassure them that our commitment to making their lives better has just begun. The Borno State Government is already in control, as it always does, and would intervene kindly to cushion the blow dealt by this misfortune. 3/3.
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And I am privileged to have been given an opportunity to be your running mate and be a part of your journey to rebuild a country that yearns for your visionary leadership. This day is a new chapter in your bid to renew the hope of the nation. Happy Birthday, Your Excellency. 4/4.
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I never set out to subject them to ridicule but, rather, to stir up interest in the contrasting virtues of the cast of aspirants putting up a fight against my preferred aspirant, one most favoured and advantaged to guarantee APC’s victory in the forthcoming presidential election.
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A divided house, even if in the assumptions and imaginations of supporters with a distant grasp of our relationships with other aspirants, is the last impression we wish to create among Nigerians.
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