Shettima Bans Birthday Advertorials, Appeals For Prayers For Nigeria

Vice President Kashim Shettima has appealed to friends, associates and well-wishers to refrain from placing congratulatory advertisements in newspapers or airing celebratory messages on radio, television and digital platforms as he marks his 60th birthday on September 2, 2026.

Shettima, who has opted for a low-key celebration of the milestone, said his decision reflected his conviction that public attention should remain focused on the serious work of national development rather than on 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,” the Vice President 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 Ahmed Tinubu.

He specifically called for prayers for the success of the administration’s economic reforms, lasting solutions to the nation’s security challenges, greater national unity, as well as peace and prosperity for all 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 country.

Shettima will turn 60 on September 2, 2026.