Vice President Kashim Shettima has appealed to friends, associates and well-wishers to refrain from placing congratulatory advertisements or organising public celebrations as he marks his 60th birthday on September 2, 2026.
In a message issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President said his decision to keep the milestone low-key reflects his conviction that public attention should remain focused on national development rather than personal celebrations.
“To ensure absolute propriety, I respectfully appeal that there should be no public birthday celebrations, congratulatory gatherings or goodwill advertorials across print, broadcast and digital media platforms,” Shettima said.
Rather than celebrate him through elaborate events or paid advertisements, Shettima urged well-wishers to channel their goodwill into prayers for Nigeria and the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
He specifically requested prayers for the success of the administration’s economic reforms, lasting solutions to the nation’s security challenges, greater national unity, and the peace and prosperity of Nigerians.
The Vice President said the occasion should serve less as a celebration of a personal milestone and more as an opportunity for reflection, gratitude and renewed commitment to the service of the nation.
