By Cheta Enyoghasi
The Nigerian Presidency has dismissed reports of a rift between President Bola Tinubu and Vice President, Kashim Shettima as false.
Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, remarked that no Vice President has had the full trust and support of his principal like Shettima.
He made the points in a piece entitled “VP @ 58: A boss, mentor and quintessential leader”, stressing on Shettima’s unwavering support for Nigeria’s prosperity and infectious optimism.
He wrote: “For those peddling ludicrous conspiracy theories of a fictional rift in the presidency which, according to the schemers, has led to Senator Shettima being sidelined and stripped of his roles as Vice President, here is also an opportunity to know the facts.
“In the history of Nigeria’s Presidency, no Vice President has enjoyed the total confidence and full support of his principal like Shettima.
“In return, his loyalty to his boss, President Tinubu, as attested by well-meaning Nigerians who have been keeping tab with the goings-on in the presidency, is absolute and unalloyed.
“In a political landscape where loyalty is often tested, Vice President Shettima stands out as a beacon of dedication and commitment to his principal, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“His unwavering support and teamwork demonstrate a refreshing shift towards harmonious collaboration, setting a positive tone for their administration.
“VP Shettima’s recent praise for President Tinubu is heartfelt and genuine, describing him as a “good soul” and a leader Nigerians can trust.
“He has consistently demonstrated his loyalty through his words and actions, showcasing a remarkable ability to connect with people from all walks of life”.
