How Tinubu wore Borno garb for one week to disprove ‘fetish’ claims against me –Shettima

Sunnewsonline | 20-05-2026 04:22pm |

Vice President Kashim Shettima shared an anecdote regarding President Bola Tinubu's decision to wear traditional Borno attire for an entire week. This action was taken in response to concerns raised by visitors from Borno, who warned that the garments given to Tinubu during the 2023 campaign were believed to have been used in a charm that could threaten his life. Shettima emphasized that the President's choice to don the outfits was a deliberate move to counter these superstitious claims. The incident highlights the intersection of culture and politics in Nigeria, particularly regarding traditional beliefs.

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