How Shettima Is Making Ruling Govt Popular In North

Vice President Kashim Shettima is playing a vital role in reshaping the perception of the ruling government in Northern Nigeria.

With his calm charisma and grassroots appeal, he is helping to bridge the gap between federal leadership and ordinary citizens, especially in a region long affected by security challenges, poverty, and underdevelopment.

Since assuming office, Shettima has embarked on numerous visits across Northern states, commissioning impactful projects and championing initiatives that resonate with the everyday needs of the people.

In Borno, his home state, he recently commissioned a 20-hectare farm estate in Bama under the National Agricultural Growth Scheme – Agro Pocket (NAGS-AP), signaling the administration’s commitment to food security and job creation.

His continued push for agricultural reforms in the North is helping many young farmers return to their land with renewed hope.

Shettima also laid the foundation for a new vocational skills acquisition center in Katsina State, aimed at training thousands of youths in trades such as tailoring, carpentry, and ICT.

By investing in skill-building, he is quietly addressing unemployment while steering young people away from crime and extremism.

In the area of education, Shettima has supported the remodeling and upgrade of several federal unity schools in the North, advocating for more inclusive education that reaches children in rural and displaced communities.

His strong advocacy for girl-child education and rebuilding of schools destroyed by insurgency in Borno and Yobe speaks to his deep commitment to long-term development.

The Vice President’s ability to speak the language of the people — both literally and figuratively — has made him a trusted voice across Northern Nigeria.

Whether addressing security concerns, pushing for economic inclusion, or simply showing up when it matters most, Shettima is positioning the ruling government not as a distant entity in Abuja, but as a present and listening partner in Northern progress.

By walking the talk, he is not only raising the government’s profile but also restoring faith in leadership — one project, one visit, and one community at a time.