Senator Kashim Shettima
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Official handle of the Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria | Personal Account: @KashimSM
Federal Capital Territory
Joined September 2016
We have embarked on a new era of leadership, and this realm of responsibility is to fulfill the pledges we have made to the people. We are here, as we promised when we came to seek your votes, to renew the hope of the nation and set in motion the winds of a great time.
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VP @KashimSM meets Russian President Vladimir Putin at the ongoing Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum holding in St. Petersburg, Russia.
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Napoleon Bonaparte once said, "China is a Sleeping Giant. Let her sleep, for when she wakes, she will shake the world." President Bola Tinubu is poised to redefine the meaning and concept of modern leadership in Nigeria, the Giant of Africa, which had woken up from its slumber
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The Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM has felicitated with the Nigeria's men senior football team - the Super Eagles for a well deserved victory against South Africa in this evening's semi final match at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d'Ivoire.
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At 63, Nigeria has not only survived but also thrived because of our collective resolve, our commitment to progress, and the enduring spirit of patriotism that binds us together. Happy Independence Day. Senator @KashimSM, GCON,.Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
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VP’s New Residence Fulfills Our Promise To Complete Inherited Projects - President Tinubu. * Says it’s wasteful to abandon projects after spending heavily. President @officialABAT has commissioned the official residence of the Vice President, saying it is in fulfillment of his
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Happening Now: HEVP @KashimSM in a bilateral meeting with the Prime Minister of Italy, @GiorgiaMeloni. #UNFSS2023 #GlobalGoals
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PHOTOS: Meeting with the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF) earlier at the Council Chambers, State House, Abuja.
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The Vice President-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM received the President-Elect, @officialABAT who just got back to Nigeria at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
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Vice President @KashimSM earlier decorated the Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Bashir Adeniyi, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
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PHOTOS: Presidential Gala Night. #InaugurationDay .#PresidentialInauguration.#Presidentialinauguration2023
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM lands in St. Petersburg, Russia for the 2nd Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum.
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Not relenting on his oars, Vice President @KashimSM also took time to meet with the United Nations Deputy Secretary -General, @AminaJMohammed, wherein he discussed areas of successes, concerns, interventions and partnership with Nigeria, as he rounded up meetings at the United
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Senator Godswill Akpabio has just met with Vice President @KashimSM at the Aso Villa in Abuja, shortly after his historic victory as the Senate President for the 10th National Assembly.
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VP SHETTIMA TO REPRESENT PRESIDENT TINUBU AT UN FOOD SYSTEMS SUMMIT IN ROME, RUSSIA-AFRICA SUMMIT IN ST. PETERSBURG. The Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM will today depart Abuja to represent President @officialABAT at two major international Summits in Rome, Italy and St
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President @officialABAT with the Vice President, Senator @KashimSM earlier with some Members of the Federal House of Representatives moments after Hon. Muktar Betara Aliyu and Hon. Yusuf Gagdi . (1/2)
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Sen. @KashimSM earlier attended the funeral prayers of Abdullahi Sani Abacha at the National Mosque, Abuja.
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SHETTIMA ADDRESSES LEADERS AT RUSSIA-AFRICA SUMMIT PLENARY, SAYS NIGERIA AT NEW DAWN, REPOSITIONED FOR GREATNESS. *VP highlights @officialABAT administration’s economic agenda. *Adds: "Reforms designed to restore business confidence, block wastage". Given the current measures
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PETROL SUBSIDY REMOVAL:.NEC BACKS PLANNED DISTRIBUTION OF GRAINS, FERTILIZER STARTING JULY 24. * Supports proposed cost-of-living allowance for civil servants. * Endorses deployment of CNG vehicles for public transportation. The National Economic Council (NEC) has thrown its
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VP @KashimSM receives Borno elder statesman and oil magnate, Alhaji (Dr.) Muhammadu Indimi OFR, in his Maiduguri residence.
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM received in audience, Ass. Prof Aisha Ali-Gombe, a cybersecurity expert and an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the Louisiana State University, USA.
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM attended the Valedictory Session of the 9th National Assembly where he served as Senator (Borno Central), and Chairman, Senate Committee on Interior.
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TINUBU ADMINISTRATION MOBILIZES HALF A BILLION DOLLARS FOR NIGERIA'S.FOOD SYSTEM TRANSFORMATION - VP SHETTIMA. Headlines UN Food Systems Summit in Roma. Nigeria has mobilized over half a billion dollars for innovative, profitable, equitable and sustainable food systems
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Sen. @KashimSM's achievements in Borno echoed the power of ideas that underscored the successes recorded by @officialABAT in Lagos. The power of ideas will drive the Tinubu/Shettima administration to renew hope for the Nigerian people. #RenewedHope2023
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Today, President @officialABAT formally inaugurated the National Economic Council (NEC) at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
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FG PARTNERS WEMA BANK TO SET UP MSME TECH HUBS IN 7 STATES. *Targets 1 million youths, 500,000 MSMEs with grants, digital training. In line with the @officialABAT administration’s commitment to providing more digital jobs for young Nigerians, the Federal Government through the.
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The leadership of VISA, a frontline digital payment platform, led by the Regional President, Central Europe, Middle East and Africa, Mr. Andrew Torre paid a courtesy visit on Nigeria’s Vice President-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM in Abuja.
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PHOTOS: Swearing-in Ceremony. #InaugurationDay .#PresidentialInauguration.#Presidentialinauguration2023
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The Algerian Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Hocine Latli paid a congratulatory visit to the Vice President-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM in Abuja earlier today.
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IN NIGERIA'S NATIONAL STATEMENT AT 79TH SESSION OF UNGA: President Tinubu Urges World Leaders To Deepen Ties Among Member States. * Insists on permanent seat for Nigeria, other African nations at UN Security Council. * Calls for collective action against hunger, terrorism,
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PHOTOS: Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM at the ongoing Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum holding at The Expoforum, St Petersburg, Russia.
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Visit and tour of the Vice Presidential Wing of the Aso Rock Presidential Villa.
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The insurgency devastated communities, leaving hundreds of vulnerable girl orphans in Northern Borno. @KashimSM responded with an educational revolution that gave the very best to them. The BAT/KSM administration will offer renewed impetus to education in every corner of Nigeria.
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Vice President-elect, Senator @KashimSM received in audience, Emir of Bichi, HRH Alh. Nasir Ado Bayero in his Asokoro office earlier today.
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM earlier today attended the reception organized by the Lagos State Government in honour of the President, HE @officialABAT at the Lagos House, Marina, Lagos.
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VP SHETTIMA TO REPRESENT PRESIDENT TINUBU AT G77+CHINA LEADERS’ SUMMIT IN HAVANA, CUBA. The Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM will depart Abuja today to represent President Bola Tinubu at the G77+China Leaders’ Summit in Havana, Cuba from 15th to 17th September, 2023. He will be
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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! . — Sen. @KashimSM
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Vice-President, Sen. @KashimSM attended a meeting with the members of Nigeria Governor’s Forum (NGF) at the Council Chambers, State House.
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PHOTOS: Meeting with @OfficialAPCNg Senators elect and House of Reps. Members elect at the State House Conference Center.
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Vice President Shettima graces wedding reception of Chinedu and Brittany. Vice President @KashimSM yesterday graced the wedding reception of the children of his longtime friends, Professor Philip Nwabueze Atanmo (Isimili 1 of Ogidi) and Mr. Emmanuel Ifejika, at the Eko Hotel
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Vice President Sen. @KashimSM, GCON, attended the Wedding Fatiha of Mohammed Babagana Umara and Kalthum Bukar at the Maiduguri Central Mosque, around the palace of the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin El-Kanemi.
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PHOTOS: Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM joined President @officialABAT for 2023 Democracy Day Celebration at the Foyer of the State House, Abuja.
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WE WILL ADDRESS INFRASTRUCTURAL DEFICITS IN THE COUNTRY, SAYS VICE PRESIDENT SHETTIMA. VP pays Sallah homage to Shehu of Borno. The Vice President, Senator @KashimSM has assured that prompt attention will be given by the Tinubu administration towards addressing the
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Happening Now: His Excellency the Vice President Sen. @KashimSM, GCON chairs the National Economic Council (NEC) Meeting at the Presidential Council Chambers, State House Abuja.
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Vice-President, Sen. @KashimSM attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume at the council chambers, State House.
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The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Electrification Agency (@TheREANigeria), Engr. Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad, paid a visit to the Vice President, Senator @KashimSM, GCON, to extend courtesies and provide an update on the advancements within the nation's
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Shettima: IBB, Abdulsalam's Wealths Of Experience Are Huge Treasures To Nigeria. The VP-elect, Senator @KashimSM has described as immeasurable and huge treasures the wealth of experiences of former Heads of State, Generals Ibrahim Babangida and Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar.
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PHOTOS: 63rd Independence Day Parade at the forecourt of the State House, Aso Villa, Abuja.
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The Vice President, Senator @KashimSM and the acting Governor of Borno state, Dr. Umar Kadafur today joined Muslim faithful at the Ramat Square in Maiduguri to observe the Eid El-Kabir prayers.
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NIGERIA UNDER PRESIDENT TINUBU’S ADMINISTRATION WILL WORK AGAIN, VP SHETTIMA ASSURES NIGERIANS IN RUSSIA. Says, resuscitating Ajaokuta Steel Complex, Aluminium Smelter Company President’s priority, target legacies. Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM has assured Nigerians especially
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PHOTOS: HEVP Sen. @KashimSM represented President @officialABAT at the Grand finale of the 2023 Nigeria Army Day Celebration (NADCEL), which held at the Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan.
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IBADAN TAUGHT ME TO TURN EVERYTHING INTO OPPORTUNITY — VP SHETTIMA. Reminiscing about his days as a student at the University of Ibadan, Vice President Sen. @KashimSM, on Saturday, described the ancient city of Ibadan as home where he learned to turn everything that comes his way
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Vice President @KashimSM, Speaker House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, and Deputy Senate President, Sen. Barau Jibrin earlier joined other Muslim faithfuls at National Eid ground, Abuja for Eid prayers. #EidUlAdha2023
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Shettima Visits Sheikh Jingir, Joins Wase In Meeting With Stakeholders In Jos. VP-elect, @KashimSM paid a thank you visit to the National Chairman, Council of Ulama, Jama’atul Izalatul Bid’ah Wa’ikamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir at his residence earlier today.
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM, at the weekend, held a round table discussion with the leadership of the World Bank. Ajay Banga, the Bank's President, led the group to the talks in Abuja.
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As part of activities lined up for the 2023 Presidential Inauguration, VP-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM today attended Jumma’a prayers at the National Mosque, Abuja.
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President @officialABAT and his deputy, @KashimSM alongside other dignitaries, observed the Independence Day Parade held at the forecourt of the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja earlier today. @officialABAT, the Special Guest, arrived at the venue at about 10:10am in the company of his
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PHOTOS: Meeting with Senators-elect and House of Reps Members-elect at the State House Conference Center.
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The President, @officialABAT GCFR, accompanied by Vice President @KashimSM, today, presented the 2024 Budget Proposal to the Joint Session of the 10th National Assembly in a ceremony held at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja. The budget christined 'Budget of Renewed Hope'
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Vice President-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM today received in audience the Emir of Lafia Barebari, and Chairman, Nasarawa State Council of Chiefs, HRH Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad I JSC (rtd), CFR.
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The Vice President-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM received the President-Elect, @officialABAT who just got back to Nigeria at the Presidential Wing, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
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Vice President @KashimSM today led the nation in commemorating the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the National Arcade in Abuja. Representing President @officialABAT, the Vice President participated in the solemn wreath-laying ceremony, paying tribute to Nigeria’s fallen
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WE ARE GOING TO ADDRESS THE CONCERNS THAT SURROUND FINANCING OUR PRIMARY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM - VP @KashimSM . @gatesfoundation to Spend $7 Billion on Interventions In Next Four Years
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15TH BRICS SUMMIT:.NIGERIA REMAINS COMMITTED TO COLLABORATING WITH CHINA, OTHERS - VP SHETTIMA. Nigeria remains committed to collaborating with China and other African countries to ensure that the partnership’s objectives are achieved for the mutual benefit of both parties, says
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Service To Our Nation, Our Priority - Shettima. Vice President-Elect, Senator @KashimSM has pledged that the Tinubu administration will leave no stone unturned in ensuring devoted service to the nation.
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The Vice President-Elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Sen. @KashimSM has cast his vote at the Kukawa Polling Unit, PU 023, Lamisula ward, MMC LGA in the ongoing Gubernatorial and State House of Assembly Elections in Borno State.
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Sen. @KashimSM also received the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (@OfficialAPCNg), Sen. Abdullahi Adamu.
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TINUBU ADMINISTRATION IS SET TO CONSTRUCT 1000 HOUSES IN 7 STATES, SAYS VP SHETTIMA . * Discloses FG's plan to re-ignite wheat production . * Commission projects in Maiduguri to mark Gov. @ProfZulum's 100 days in office. President @officialABAT has approved the construction of
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VP SHETTIMA URGES NORTHWEST LEADERS TO UNITE, SUPPORT TINUBU ADMINISTRATION TO TACKLE INSECURITY, OTHER CHALLENGES. Sultan pledges support for Federal Government programmes, policies. The Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM has called on leaders in the northwest region of the county
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM arrives Havana, Cuba, ahead of the G77+China Leaders’ Summit. Representing President @officialABAT, he will be joining other world leaders, including the United Nations Secretary-General, @antonioguterres at the Summit to deliberate on development
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TINUBU WILL FULFIL PROMISES MADE TO NIGERIANS, VP SHETTIMA REASSURES DURING CONDOLENCE VISIT TO KEBBI. *Mourns respected Islamic cleric, late Sheikh Giro Argungu. * Condoles family, government, people of Kebbi State . * Announces FG's $163m AfFB loan for wheat production. The
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Nigeria, China Strategic Partnership Key To Africa's Development - VP Shettima. * Says President Tinubu's foreign policy drive boosting investors' confidence*. Vice President @KashimSM said today that Nigeria's strategic partnership with China needs to be scaled up, as it remains
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VP SHETTIMA TO REPRESENT PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU AT 15TH BRICS SUMMIT IN JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA. The Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM will today depart Abuja for Johannesburg, South Africa to represent President @officialABAT at the 15th BRICS Summit of Heads of State and
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Vice President-elect, Senator @KashimSM was earlier at Dutse, the Jigawa State Capital for the coronation and presentation of staff of office to Alhaji Hamim Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi as the new Emir of Dutse, who succeeds his father, the late Emir of Dutse, Dr. Nuhu Muhammad-Sanusi.
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REVIVING ALSCON: VP SHETTIMA MEETS STAKEHOLDERS, RESTATES FG’S DETERMINATION TO RESUSCITATE PLANT. The Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima has restated the determination of the Tinubu administration to revive the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON), particularly by
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We Won't Rest Until You Get Justice, VP Shettima Assures Plateau Communities. * Says we must embrace peace, stop killings. The President @officialABAT's administration will not rest on its oars until victims of the gruesome attacks on communities in Barkin Ladi and Bokkos local
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PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES APPOINTMENT OF 18 AIDES IN VICE PRESIDENT’S OFFICE. President @officialABAT has approved the appointment of 18 Special Advisers and Senior Special Assistants to actualize the agenda of the Federal Government across the different sectors of the economy.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU'S SOLUTION TO INSECURITY, POVERTY IN NORTHERN NIGERIA UNDERWAY, SAYS VP SHETTIMA. Pays condolence visits to Galadanci, Mangal families in Kano, Katsina. The @officialABAT administration will in the coming weeks unveil an initiative that will address insurgency
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WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROMOTING TRADE, TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER, GLOBAL PEACE WITH REP. OF KOREA, SAYS VP SHETTIMA. Adds: FG to create 1 million jobs for young Nigerians. Vice President @KashimSM has restated Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening relations with Republic of Korea
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President @officialABAT, accompanied by Vice President @KashimSM, met with the 36 State Governors and the FCT Minister at the State House today. The gathering reached a consensus on addressing the current challenges in the country, particularly the escalating cost of food and
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More guests have continued to pay congratulatory visits to the Vice President-elect, Senator @KashimSM. Governors Mai Mala Buni (Yobe) and Yahaya Bello (Kogi) joined others to pay the VP-elect a congratulatory visit.
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OPERATIONAL CAPABILITY OF OUR FORCES, PERSONNEL WELFARE WILL RECEIVE ADEQUATE ATTENTION, SAYS PRESIDENT TINUBU. *Attends Passing out Parade of Nigeria Police Academy 5th Regular Courses. *Commends Police leadership, urges adherence to integrity, honesty, compassion. President
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CCECC COMMITS TO DELIVERING ABUJA LIGHT RAIL PROJECT IN 8 MONTHS. * As VP @KashimSM lauds China’s commitment to Nigeria’s infrastructure development. In line with the determination of President @officialABAT’s administration to enhance infrastructure development across the
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Since the election of @officialABAT and Senator @KashimSM as Nigeria's President-Elect and Vice President-Elect respectively, there have been numerous congratulatory messages to the duo. #Thread.
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AT UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI CONVOCATION:. VP Shettima Inspires Graduands, Harps On Education As Service To Humanity. * Bags Honorary Doctorate Degree. The University of Maiduguri was on Saturday enveloped in a frenzy of academic recollection as Vice President @KashimSM shared his
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VP Shettima, Akpabio, Others Grace Barau's Son's Marriage In Kano. Vice President @KashimSM on Friday led a host of dignitaries including Senate President Godswill Akpabio as they graced the wedding of Abdullahi Barau, son of the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin.
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PHOTOS: Vice President, @KashimSM at the inauguration of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa. The Committee is chaired by former Fiscal Policy Partner and Africa Tax Leader at PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Mr.
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Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM arrives Beijing, China, to represent President @officialABAT at the upcoming 3rd Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Forum. He was received by the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. @YusufTuggar, the Vice Chairman of Beijing Municipal People’s
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Led by the former Governor of Bauchi State, Mal. Isa Yuguda, the Bauchi APC Elders Committee also paid a congratulatory visit to the Vice President-Elect, Sen. @KashimSM.
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VP Shettima visits elder statesman, Okunnu in Lagos. The Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM GCON, yesterday visited elder statesman Lateef Olufemi Okunnu SAN CON at his Lagos residence.
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His Excellency, Vice President @KashimSM , delivered the opening remarks at the Nigeria side event with the theme, "Scaling-Up Multi Stakeholder Collaboration: Investments in the Implementation of the Food Systems Transformation Pathways in Nigeria," at the United Nations
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PRESIDENT TINUBU AT PASSING OUT OF REGULAR CADET OFFICERS:. We're Steadfast In Improving, Equiping Our Police Force To Protect Nigerians. * Urges NPF to embrace modern technology, community policing in combating crime. President @officialABAT has restated his administration's
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