Vice President Kashim Shettima has asked friends, associates and well-wishers not to organise public celebrations or place congratulatory advertisements in his honour as he prepares to mark his 60th birthday.

Shettima will turn 60 on September 2, 2026.

In a statement issued on Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President said he wants the occasion to be observed quietly.

He appealed to Nigerians to avoid birthday advertisements in newspapers and celebratory messages on radio, television and digital platforms.

Shettima also urged his supporters and associates not to organise public birthday gatherings for him.

Rather than spending money on celebrations, the Vice President asked well-wishers to pray for Nigeria and President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

He specifically called for prayers for the success of the government’s economic reforms, improved security, national unity, peace and prosperity across the country.

Shettima said his 60th birthday should be an opportunity for reflection, gratitude and a renewed commitment to serving Nigeria.

The Vice President’s appeal is expected to keep celebrations around his milestone birthday low-key, with emphasis placed on national issues rather than personal festivities.