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Kashim_Shettima reveals assassination plot allegations

Analysis based on 26 articles · First reported May 19, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026

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The event highlights political instability and mistrust within Nigeria>>>'s leadership, which could negatively affect investor confidence in the country's political environment. While not directly impacting stock prices, such internal political friction can lead to uncertainty and deter foreign investment.

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Vice President Kashim Shettima>>> revealed that shortly after assuming office in 2023, unnamed individuals from Borno State falsely accused him of plotting to assassinate President Bola Tinubu>>> and seize power. These individuals claimed that traditional outfits Kashim Shettima>>> had gifted Bola Tinubu>>> during the 2023 election campaign were charmed to influence him. Bola Tinubu>>> dismissed these allegations as illogical and politically motivated, demonstrating his trust in Kashim Shettima>>> by publicly wearing the gifted attire for a week. Kashim Shettima>>> made these revelations at the public presentation of 'My Life of Duty and Allegiance,' the autobiography of former Head of State Yakubu Gowon>>>, using the occasion to lament the growing mistrust and suspicion in Nigeria>>>'s political landscape and call for national unity.

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Kashim Shettima>>>, the Vice President of Nigeria>>>, was falsely accused of plotting to kill Bola Tinubu>>> to take over power. He used the event to highlight growing mistrust in Nigeria>>>'s political space.
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Yakubu Gowon>>> is a former Head of State of Nigeria>>> whose autobiography launch served as the platform for Kashim Shettima>>>'s revelations about political mistrust.
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ECOWAS>>> was mentioned as an organization Yakubu Gowon>>> contributed to forming, highlighting his legacy of unity.
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Nigeria — National Youth Service Corps>>> was mentioned as an initiative established by Yakubu Gowon>>>, symbolizing his efforts towards national unity.
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Kashim Shettima related ECOWAS
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Yakubu Gowon related Nigeria
ECOWAS related Bola Tinubu
ECOWAS related Nigeria
Bola Tinubu president Nigeria Bola Tinubu is the current President and head of state of Nigeria. He directs the country's executive branch, national s
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