Vice President Kashim Shettima has travelled to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, to stand in for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara on December 8, 2025.
Senator Shettima will attend the ceremony at the Presidential Palace alongside leaders from across Africa and other international guests. Ouattara secured a new term following the election held on October 25, 2025.
Nigeria’s delegation is expected to use the occasion to restate the country’s support for constitutional rule and for democratic processes across the region. The visit underscores Nigeria’s long record of backing West African partners.
Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire maintain close ties in areas such as security, trade, and development. The two states cooperate through ECOWAS and the African Union and through a Bi-National Commission. Their agreements cover topics that include combating human trafficking, improving agriculture, and growing the digital economy.
A significant Nigerian community in Côte d’Ivoire has helped deepen commercial and social links between the countries. Those ties were noted as an important backdrop to the vice-presidential visit.
On arrival at the airport, Vice President Shettima was welcomed by Prime Minister Robert Mambe, Mrs. Item Akpama, the Chargé d’Affaires at the Nigerian Embassy, and other senior officials.
After the inauguration events, the vice president is scheduled to return to Abuja.
Is it appropriate for VP Shettima to attend Ouattaras fourth-term inauguration? Discussing political implications here, folks!
Why is Nigerias VP representing at Ouattaras inauguration? Shouldnt it be the president? Strange diplomatic move.
Interesting to see VP Shettima attending Ouattaras inauguration. Should Nigerian leaders be involved in other countries political events? Discuss.
Why is Nigerias VP representing at Ouattaras controversial fourth term inauguration? Seems like a questionable move.
Isnt it weird that Nigeria sent a VP to Ivory Coasts presidents inauguration? Like, why not the President himself? 🤔
I find it concerning that VP Shettima attended Ouattaras fourth-term inauguration. What message does this send about democracy in Nigeria?
Is it really appropriate for VP Shettima to attend Ouattaras inauguration, considering the controversy surrounding his fourth term? Thoughts?
Should Nigeria support leaders seeking fourth terms? Is it a sign of ility or a danger to democracy? Time to discuss!