By ZAKAA LAZARU
The Alumni Association of the National Institute, AANI, has felicitated the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Kashim Shettima on his birthday, describing his journey in public service as one marked by courage, resilience and commitment to the Nigerian project.
In a goodwill message signed on Wednesday, 2 September 2026 by the AANI President, Ambassador Emmanuel Obi Okafor, mni, the Association said it was mindful of the Vice President’s wish that the milestone be observed quietly with focus on nation-building.
“We fully respect your wishes. Nevertheless, as members of the family of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS, Kuru, we cannot allow this special day to pass without acknowledging your remarkable journey of service and expressing our sincere appreciation for your friendship, support and commitment to our Alma Mater,” the statement said.
AANI noted that the Vice President’s distinguished journey from the banking profession through public service as Governor of Borno State and Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to his present position has been exemplary.
“For AANI, our appreciation goes beyond the office you occupy. We particularly acknowledge and commend Your Excellency’s warm disposition towards the Association, your accessibility and receptiveness to our engagements, and your recognition of the immense reservoir of knowledge, experience and strategic capacity within the NIPSS alumni community,” it added.
The Association expressed gratitude for the Vice President’s consistent support for NIPSS Kuru and his commitment to strengthening the Institute as a centre of excellence for policy research, strategic thinking and leadership development.
AANI also commended his recognition of the need to ensure that the wealth of knowledge and policy recommendations generated by NIPSS translate into tangible outcomes in governance.
“Your disposition towards our ideas and initiatives has reinforced our belief that the NIPSS family can and should remain a strategic partner in the collective effort to build a more secure, prosperous, united and resilient Nigeria,” the statement said.
The Association prayed that Almighty Allah will continue to grant the Vice President wisdom, strength, sound health, courage and divine guidance as he discharges the enormous responsibilities entrusted to him by the President and the people of Nigeria.
“As you attain another milestone in your life, we celebrate not merely the passage of another year, but a life dedicated to public service and the advancement of our dear country,” AANI stated.
