By Prosper Mene
Hajiya Nana Shettima, wife of Nigeria’s Vice President, has conveyed heartfelt appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu for their warm support and goodwill messages on her 50th birthday, celebrated on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
In a statement on Wednesday, Mrs. Shettima described their gestures as deeply humbling and uplifting, highlighting the significant impact of their recognition.“My deepest and most profound gratitude goes to our beloved Father and Leader, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his heartfelt and gracious birthday message,” Mrs. Shettima said. “Your thoughtful and inspiring words have deeply touched my heart and soul. I am truly humbled and honored by your generous recognition of my modest contributions to the growth and development of our great nation, Nigeria.”
Mrs. Shettima also extended special thanks to the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for her warm tribute, which described her as a “worthy partner.” She noted, “I feel profoundly honored and blessed to be referred to as a ‘Worthy Partner’ in your warm-hearted and uplifting birthday wishes on this remarkable milestone of my life.” She praised the First Lady’s leadership and advocacy, calling her an extraordinary source of inspiration for women across Nigeria.
In her message, Mrs. Shettima also acknowledged the support from the wives of the 36 state governors, whom she described as her sisters under the Nigeria Governors’ Spouses Forum, for their love and fellowship. “I deeply appreciate your genuine love, unwavering support, and warm fellowship on this special and memorable day,” she said.
The First Lady, in a personal goodwill message titled “50 Golden Cheers, Your Excellency,” lauded Mrs. Shettima’s dedication to her family, Borno State, and Nigeria, citing her contributions to humanitarian causes and national development. “Working with you has not only been pleasurable but complementary,” Senator Tinubu added, celebrating their collaborative efforts.
The outpouring of support is a testament to the strong partnership between the families of Nigeria’s President and Vice President, showing their shared commitment to the nation’s progress
