Vice President Kashim Shettima is using his two-week leave as an opportunity for reading, reflection, and intellectual engagement, demonstrating that leadership extends beyond official duties and public appearances.

Rather than treating the break simply as a period of rest, the vice president has continued to dedicate time to studying issues relevant to national development, governance and public service. His commitment to learning reflects the importance he places on knowledge and informed decision-making.

For a leader entrusted with significant responsibilities in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, continuous learning remains essential. Nigeria is a complex country with diverse economic, social, and security challenges, requiring leaders who are prepared to study, reflect, and consider new ideas.

Vice President Shettima’s approach to his leave also offers an important message to young Nigerians: education and personal development do not end with formal schooling. Reading, reflection and the continuous search for knowledge can strengthen leadership and improve the quality of decisions made in the service of society.

His period of leave therefore represents more than a temporary pause from official engagements. 

It is an opportunity to recharge mentally, broaden his understanding of emerging national and global issues, and return to duty with renewed focus.

As Nigeria continues its journey toward economic growth, stability and development, the value of leaders who combine experience with continuous learning cannot be underestimated.

Vice President Shettima’s decision to devote part of his leave to study and reflection is a reminder that effective leadership requires preparation, discipline and a willingness to keep learning.

For his supporters, including those who have followed his political journey over the years, the development further demonstrates a leadership philosophy built around knowledge, commitment and service to the Nigerian people.

Enger Bala Hassan,

Maiduguri, Borno state