Kashim Shettima
NigeriapoliticianMaleb. 19666.8Global Dominance: 0.01%Kashim Shettima is a Nigerian politician who has served as the Vice President of Nigeria since 2023. Prior to this, he was the Governor of Borno State from 2011 to 2019. Shettima is recognized for his advocacy for prison reform and his concerns regarding the high number of awaiting trial inmates in Nigeria, highlighting the urgent need to address issues of overcrowding and inadequate living conditions in correctional facilities.
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Tinubu delegated Nigeria’s representation to Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Tinubu hale, hearty, says PresidencyNigeria· 2026-09-27
The President’s address was delivered by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Tinubu demands two permanent UN seats, veto for AfricaNigeria· 2026-09-25
Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead a joint effort by the Federal Government and the private sector to market the country’s workforce to global employers.
Shettima leads 'hire from Nigeria' drive at UNGANigeria· 2026-09-24
Vice President Kashim Shettima is representing President Bola Tinubu at the global gathering.
Kebbi gov joins Nigeria’s delegation to UN General AssemblyNigeria· 2026-09-22
Shettima is representing Nigeria at the 80th session of the UNGA in the United States.
Tinubu’s absence from UNGA not an issue — AnyimNigeria· 2026-09-22
Vice President Kashim Shettima has represented Tinubu at some official functions.
Tinubu extends Europe vacation, sets weekend returnNigeria· 2026-09-22
Kashim Shettima is the Vice President of Nigeria currently outside the country.
Tinubu can govern Nigeria from anywhere — PresidencyNigeria· 2026-09-21
Kashim Shettima clarified his comments regarding the support President Bola Tinubu received from northern governors ahead of the 2022 APC presidential primary.
Shettima clarifies comment on northern governors’ support foNigeria· 2026-09-17
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Tinubu demonstrated political maturity by forgiving northern governors who opposed his presidential bid in the 2023 election.
Shettima asks warring Kwara APC factions to reconcileNigeria· 2026-09-17
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Tinubu demonstrated political maturity by forgiving northern governors who opposed his presidential bid in the 2023 election.
Tinubu forgave Northern govs who opposed him, says ShettimaNigeria· 2026-09-16The APC’s Presidential Campaign Council list named Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima as chairman and vice chairman respectively.
Tinubu arrives Paris for second leg of Europe holidayNigeria· 2026-09-13
Kashim Shettima is the running mate for Bola Tinubu.
INEC releases final list of 2027 presidential candidatesNigeria· 2026-09-12
Vice-President Kashim Shettima was mentioned in relation to the Muslim-Muslim ticket.
Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Islamic Cleric Defends StanceNigeria· 2026-08-12
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Asaba ahead of the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit.
Delta Economic Summit: Shettima, Okonjo-Iweala, Lumumba ArriNigeria· 2026-08-02
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has been retained as Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election.
Why the Quiet Return for 2027Nigeria· 2026-08-02
Kashim Shettima attended the celebration of Jonah Jang’s 80th birthday.
Politics Should Unite Nigeria, Says Ex-GovNigeria· 2026-08-02
Kashim Shettima is the Vice President of Nigeria and running mate to Bola Tinubu for the 2027 elections.
INEC displays Tinubu, Shettima's credentials for 2027 pollsNigeria· 2026-08-01
Kashim Shettima is the Vice President expected to run alongside Tinubu in the 2027 election.
Tinubu 2027 Election: Keyamo Predicts "Coronation"Nigeria· 2026-07-30
Kashim Shettima is the Vice President of Nigeria and has been renominated as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 general election.
Reward for Loyalty, Say APC StakehoNigeria· 2026-07-26
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said lasting marriages thrive on character, forgiveness and humility.
Character, Not Wealth, Says ShettimaNigeria· 2026-07-26
Kashim Shettima was represented by Hadejia at the agreement signing involving the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit.
FG Seals AI Crop Monitoring Deal with Morocco, Targets 15 StNigeria· 2026-07-18
Vice President Kashim Shettima received the official certificate confirming his selection as the All Progressives Congress vice-presidential candidate.
Tinubu presents Shettima APC VP nomination certificateNigeria· 2026-07-17
Vice President Kashim Shettima represented President Bola Tinubu at the event.
Nigerian Army vows to defeat foreign jihadists at bordersNigeria· 2026-07-07
Kashim Shettima is speculated to be Bola Tinubu's running mate.
Parties Rush to Submit Nomination FoNigeria· 2026-07-06
Vice-President Kashim Shettima represented Tinubu at the flag-off ceremony.
Tinubu Flags Off N137bn Borno Road Rehabilitation ProjectsNigeria· 2026-07-04
Kashim Shettima is the vice president of Nigeria and represented President Bola Tinubu at the event.
CEDEAO : un nouveau siège intégralement financé par la Chine
Cameroon· 2026-07-03
Vice President Kashim Shettima spoke at the commissioning of the new ECOWAS headquarters.
Tinubu Urges Industrialised West Africa at ECOWAS HQ InaugurNigeria· 2026-07-02
Kashim Shettima is the Vice President of Nigeria.
Nigeria, EU Deepen Partnership to Boost Investments, TradeNigeria· 2026-06-27
Vice President Kashim Shettima has mocked the African Democratic Congress over its online membership registration.
Shettima Mocks ADC's Flawed Digital Membership RegistrationNigeria· 2026-03-05
Vice President Kashim Shettima attended the swearing-in ceremony of Tunji Disu.
IG Inaugurates Committee for ReformNigeria· 2026-03-04
