…weekend, named President Tinubu as chairman of the council, with Vice-President Kashim Shettima and APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda as vice chairmen. Former Zamfara State Governor and Senator, Abdul'aziz Yari, was named Director-General, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma was designated secretary. Asked whet…

…political career, apart from periods of political mergers, while Vice-President Kashim Shettima had also maintained a consistent political trajectory. He added that key APC stakeholders had remained committed to the party and its progressive platform. Yilwatda further stated that the APC-led administration under Tinubu…

…Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, naming Tinubu as chairman, Vice President Kashim Shettima as Vice Chairman I and APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, as Vice Chairman II. Former Zamfara State Governor Abdulaziz Yari was named Director-General of the council, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma was appointed Secre…

…held consultations with his brother and close political confidant, Vice President Kashim Shettima, before making the decision. He further recalled his recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, describing the encounter as cordial and memorable, adding that the President expressed happiness over his return to the APC fa…

…Campaign Council on Saturday, with Tinubu as chairman, Vice President Kashim Shettima as Vice Chairman I and APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda as Vice Chairman II. Former Zamfara State Governor Abdulaziz Yari was named Director-General, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma was named Secretary. The council’s publ…

…Campaign Council. The council will be chaired by Tinubu, with Vice-President Kashim Shettima as Vice-Chairman, while former Zamfara Gov. Abdulaziz Yari will serve as Director-General. Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo is the Secretary. Sanwo-Olu, who is also Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, will coordinate the part…

…Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the President and Vice President Kashim Shettima will serve as Chairman and Vice-Chairman I of the council, respectively. The APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, will serve as Vice-Chairman II. The APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, and Hadiza Bala-U…

Isaac Balami marked his 42nd birthday by reflecting on a journey that began with menial jobs, including working as a soakaway evacuatorIn February 2025, the Isaac Balami Foundation launched a tuition-free aviation scholarship programme covering 160 Nigerian youthsBalami also founded the Isaac Balami University of Aeron…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to the country from his two-week leave, resuming two days ahead of his officially scheduled return date of August 20, 2026. Highly placed officials working with the Vice President confirmed to The PUNCH that Shettima returned to Abuja late Tuesday, August 18, 2026. “He return…

…Muslim-Muslim ticket was not limited to President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, adding that he expected criticism over his comment. Read the full story here: https://punchng.com/i-have-no-regrets-islamic-cleric-defends-muslim-muslim-ticket-stance/ 5. Meet LASU’s best graduating students for two sessio…

…NCA, Rev. Joseph Hayab, has said President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima were not elected by Muslims alone in the 2023 general elections. Hayab made the remark while reacting to comments by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, who had defended Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim ticket ahead of the 2027 elect…

…election saw the APC field Tinubu, a Muslim from the South-West, alongside Kashim Shettima, a Muslim from the North-East, as its presidential and vice-presidential candidates. The Muslim-Muslim ticket generated controversy before and during the election, with Christian groups and some political actors arguing that the…

…priorities while improving Nigeria’s financing structures.Vice President Kashim Shettima, who chairs the NEC, said government policies ⁠were ultimately measured by their impact on food prices, healthcare, education and household welfare, the report added. The post Economic Council approves $4.5b crude oil backed loan r…

…Komolafe, Economy Editor, Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha ASABA—Vice President Kashim Shettima, yesterday, urged local and foreign investors to take advantage of Delta State’s enormous economic potential, declaring that healthy competition among states, driven by their comparative advantages, remains the surest path…

…came at the 159th meeting of NEC, held virtually and chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, following a presentation by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Dr Taiwo Oyedele, on the significance of the refinancing arrangement. The approval allows the Nigerian National Petroleum Company…

…Mosque, drew an array of eminent personalities from across the country, including Kashim Shettima, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Abdulsamad Dasuki, Sambo Dasuki, Abubakar Dasuki, serving and former ministers, members of the National Assembly, traditional rulers…

…North Senatorial District in the Senate. The event attracted Vice President Kashim Shettima, former President Goodluck Jonathan, governors, ministers, members of the National Assembly, traditional rulers, religious leaders, senior military officers, diplomats and other dignitaries from across the country, who gathered…

…by the state government. The former governor equally appreciated Vice President Kashim Shettima for attending the ceremony despite his busy schedule and commended Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang and the people of the state for organising the celebration in his honour. He paid an emotional tribute to his wife, des…

…Office of the President. The announcement was made on Saturday by Vice President Kashim Shettima while delivering a goodwill message on behalf of President Tinubu at the 80th birthday celebration and book launch of Chief Jang in Jos, Plateau State. “On behalf of Mr President, I am pleased to announce the appointment of…

…the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone in the Republic of Benin with Vice President Kashim Shettima and other governors. Lawal said restoring the cotton and textile value chain will boost local manufacturing, create employment and improve the state's economy.PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content w…

…to supporting victims of the Singer Market fire. Recall that Vice President Kashim Shettima, during the official reception held to welcome Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf into the All Progressives Congress, announced that the Federal Government had approved the release of ₦5 billion to support victims of the Singer Market…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday urged the newly constituted South-West Development Commission to measure its success not by the volume of its internal processes but by the quality of roads built, jobs created, businesses supported and communities transformed. Shettima made the remarks when he received the c…

…items to vulnerable groups.Represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, the First Lady said the intervention reflects the Renewed Hope Initiative's commitment to supporting vulnerable Nigerians and ensuring children have the opportunity to grow, remain healthy and thrive. She explained that the i…

…of ECOWAS, which took place recently in Lungi, Sierra Leone, Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented President Tinubu, condemned the attacks and pledged that Nigeria would push for stronger measures against xenophobia at the African Union. by Linda Ikeji at 27/07/2026 3:31 PM | Share this Story

…Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State will on Tuesday host the wife of the Vice-President, Hajia Nana Shettima, who will represent the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, at the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme scheduled to hold in Akure. The programme, under the Food Outreach Scheme, is expected to provide…