PHOTOs: Tinubu’s running mate, Kashim Shettima clocks 56

The ruling party, All Progressives Congress (APC) and its presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, have celebrated the party’s vice presidential candidate as he clocks 56 years old.

NewsWireNGR reports that the former Governor of Borno state from the Kanuri tribe was born September 2, 1966. He was born in Maiduguri.

The APC, in its congratulatory message, said, “Our great party celebrates our vice-presidential candidate, His Excellency (Sen.) Kashim Shettima, on his 56th birthday. We pray for Senator Shettima, increased wisdom and many more healthy years in service of our Party, country and humanity.”

Meanwhile, Tinubu in a press statement, said; “I heartily congratulate my brother and worthy partner, Senator Kashim Shettima, on attaining 56 in good health. I am excited about his energy, dynamism and readiness to serve our country at the center as Vice President.

“Senator Shettima is an extraordinary leader forged in the theatre of challenges. He led a heroic struggle against the forces of terrorism with intellect, courage and tenacity. He gave succour to the victims while mobilising the civilians to support our military.

“The success of his interventions and help in facilitating the emergence of another excellent leader in Prof. Babagana Zulum are part of the achievements of our party today in Born State.

“It gladdens my heart to be on this journey with Senator Shettima to deliver to our people progressive good governance.

“I wish Senator Shettima many more years, robust health and more wisdom as he forges ahead in the service of our country.”