Shettima praises Tinubu's achievements, noting progress in economic growth as he turns 74

Vice President Kashim Shettima has extended warm birthday greetings to President Bola Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday, praising the opportunity to work alongside him as a valuable learning experience in effective governance and leadership.

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In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, Shettima described his experience working with President Tinubu as a masterclass in decisive governance and principled leadership, highlighting the president's Renewed Hope Agenda as a driving force behind Nigeria's progress towards sustainable prosperity.

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The Vice President noted that the past year has seen significant economic achievements under President Tinubu's leadership, including accelerated Gross Domestic Product growth, a sustained decline in inflation, and a surge in foreign direct investment to levels not seen in years.

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Shettima also commended President Tinubu's strong focus on infrastructure development, which he believes is laying the foundation for Nigeria's long-term prosperity by creating the necessary infrastructure to support commerce and economic growth.

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According to Shettima, President Tinubu's leadership is distinguished by his courage to make tough decisions, choosing the path of reform over populism, and his ability to balance empathy with firmness and vision with pragmatism, inspiring those who serve with him.

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In his birthday message, Shettima expressed his prayer that Almighty Allah grant President Tinubu good health, renewed energy, and continued wisdom to complete the important work of transforming the nation that he has initiated.

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Shettima concluded his statement by wishing President Tinubu a happy 74th birthday, conveying his profound respect and unwavering loyalty to the president.