Senator Kashim Shettima, a charismatic and eloquent politician, demonstrated exceptional leadership by proactively spearheading the Bola Tinubu presidential campaign, even before the then aspirant's official declaration on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress .
During his tenure as Commissioner under Governor Ali Modu Sheriff, Shettima oversaw various portfolios, including Finance, Education, Agriculture, Health, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs. Significant achievements marked his leadership as Governor of Borno State . Shettima resisted the temptation to micromanage or exert undue influence over his successor, instead allowing Zulum to lead independently. This exemplary relationship between a political godfather and a godson starkly contrasts the often contentious dynamics between governors and their successors, making it a shining example of harmonious transition and leadership.
Shettima pointedly stated that Buhari’s popularity in the North was not enough to secure the presidency until he was rebranded and resold by Tinubu to Nigerians, especially South-West people, in 2015. His relentless campaign and pivotal role influenced Northern politicians in the APC to soft-pedal and embrace Tinubu’s campaign. After winning the convention, Tinubu nominated Shettima as his running mate, and they eventually won the election in 2023.
However, while some ministers are becoming more powerful and influential, it is disheartening that Shettima could not do much for his people. For instance, he could not defend a renowned incorruptible female Chartered Accountant and a sister from his state, who was unjustly and prematurely retired from a senior position in an agency he supposedly supervised as the Vice President.
Senator Kashim Shettima, a charismatic and eloquent politician, demonstrated exceptional leadership by proactively spearheading the Bola Tinubu presidential campaign, even before the then aspirant's official declaration on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress .
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