Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to uphold unity, peaceful coexistence, and tolerance as key values for national progress, drawing inspiration from the lessons of Ramadan.
Speaking in Maiduguri, Borno State, during a luncheon with state elders and his former schoolmates in celebration of Eid-El-Fitr, Shettima emphasised the importance of collective harmony.
Represented by Abdulkadir Rahis, the member representing Maiduguri Metropolitan Constituency in the House of Representatives, the Vice President stressed the need for citizens to embrace unity as a national gift.
“We thank the Almighty Allah for sparing our lives to witness this Eid-El-Fitr. I wish to also say that we should all perfect, maintain, and build on the sense of unity that exists among us for our collective gain and progress as a gift for one another,” he said.
Shettima reassured Nigerians of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to implementing policies that will foster sustainable development, acknowledging that while economic reforms may pose short-term challenges, they will ultimately yield long-term benefits.
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“Just as Ramadan teaches endurance, we ask for your continued patience as these necessary reforms take root and bear fruit,” he stated.
He further urged Nigerians to embody the values of humility, community living, and mutual respect, which he described as essential for national growth.
In his remarks, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, who represents Borno Central Senatorial District, prayed for lasting peace in Nigeria and called on Nigerians to support President Tinubu as he works towards economic transformation.
“The President needs the prayers and support of Nigerians as he implements the good policies designed to improve the economy and the overall development of the country,” Lawan said.
He also praised Shettima’s leadership qualities, describing him as a symbol of resilience, integrity, and perseverance.
Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, also commended the Vice President’s dedication to his people, noting that despite his busy schedule in Abuja, Shettima always makes time to connect with his community.
“Seeing the joyful faces of his classmates, elders, and other guests at this event is a testament to his character,” Kyari said.
Chairman of the Borno State Elders Forum, Alhaji Gambo Gubio, expressed gratitude for the Vice President’s hospitality and pledged continued prayers for his success.
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Dignitaries at the event included the Secretary to the Borno State Government, Bukar Tijjani, as well as Shettima’s former classmates and neighbourss from Maiduguri.
