Vice President Kashim Shettima has officially embarked on a two-week period of leave, which he is spending on reading and study to deepen his preparation for ongoing public service, according to the Presidency.
Having commenced his break on 7 August, Shettima is expected to return to his official duties around 20 August. Photographs released on Monday depicted the Vice President reviewing books during his temporary step back from executive responsibilities.
Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President), confirmed that Shettima traditionally uses time off for academic and intellectual pursuits.
Nkwocha noted that stepping away from daily administrative pressure provides essential room to evaluate policies and gain clarity.
“Leadership is sustained by the willingness to keep learning,” Nkwocha stated, characterising the break as “a time to read, reflect, and learn.”
While noting the importance of continuous self-improvement for senior government officials, Nkwocha added: “Learning does not end when responsibility begins. In many ways, greater responsibility makes learning even more necessary.”