Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima Begins Two‑Week Leave

Vice President Kashim Shettima started a two‑week leave of absence on 6 August, the first official break since he took office in May 2023. The leave was approved by President Bola Tinubu and is intended for study, reflection and strategic preparation for the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Shettima is expected to return to his duties around 20 August.

During his tenure, Shettima has chaired the National Economic Council and overseen programmes in economic development, food security, humanitarian aid, digital transformation, job creation and regional cooperation. He has also represented Nigeria at several international meetings, promoting the country’s interests in trade, climate action and peace‑building.