Tinubu’s Administration Prioritizes Traditional Leaders, Says VP Shettima

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Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu prioritizes the traditional institution and its leaders as the administration navigates the complexities of Nigeria’s diversity…CONTINUE READING

Shettima highlighted the importance of viewing the nation’s diversity as a source of strength rather than division. He urged Nigerians to embrace the enduring lessons embedded in the country’s cultural tapestry.

Speaking during the 37th Annual Akesan Festival in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, the vice president expressed delight in how Nigeria’s noble traditions continue to serve as poignant reminders of the origins and identities of its people.

In his address titled “Learning from the Past: Unity and Tradition in the Akesan Festival,” Shettima reiterated the administration’s commitment to prioritizing traditional leaders in managing the intricacies of diversity.

He stated, “Your Royal Highness, this festival serves as an opportunity to reinforce President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to giving priority to our traditional leaders in navigating the intricacies of our diversity.

The commitments articulated by our administration stand firm, and we pledge to honor these assurances, ensuring positive transformations in the lives of our people.”

Shettima observed that the Akesan Festival’s 37th edition embodies the unity forged by Nigerians as a nation.

He commended Ogun State as a model reflecting the complexities of the nation’s cultural practices, describing it as a source of inspiration at the crossroads of culture and modernity.