Vice President Kashim Shettima requests no gifts for 60th birthday, urges donations to charity

Instead, he urged them to channel such resources to charities, causes, or people in need across the country. Shettima, who turns 60 on Wednesday, made this appeal in a statement posted on his X account, emphasizing that reaching this milestone reinforced his view that the occasion should be marked through generosity rather than material celebrations. He stated that 60 is an age for reflection, gratitude, and the wisdom to give, rather than to accumulate.

The Vice President also requested prayers for himself and for Nigeria, specifically for peace, prosperity, and good governance, highlighting the country's population and diversity as national assets. He thanked Nigerians for their support and goodwill, wishing them long life, good health, and the joy of being useful to others.