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‘At 60, I ask for prayers, not gifts’ — Shettima

Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ayobami, as published by Vanguard · September 2, 2026 · 1 min read

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Vice-President Kashim Shettima is marking a significant birthday. He was born in 1966. As he reaches this milestone, he has made an appeal to those who know him.

His request is that people should not give him gifts or hold large celebrations. Instead, he wants them to help those in need. This approach reflects his thoughts on aging and the importance of giving.

Further details about his appeal are available.

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Category: News · Published: September 2, 2026 · Source: Vanguard · Reading time: 1 min

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‘At 60, I ask for prayers, not gifts’ — Shettima

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