In a display of camaraderie and longstanding friendship, former Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong visited Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday, July 3, 2023.

Vice President Shettima warmly welcomed Governor Lalong, reflecting the bond they have shared over the years. The purpose of their meeting, held behind closed doors, remains undisclosed to the public.

Governor Lalong, who succeeded Vice President Shettima as the Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum, has maintained a close working relationship with him. Their collaboration was particularly notable during the recent general elections when Governor Lalong served as the Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, tirelessly campaigning for the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senator Kashim Shettima.

The visit not only underscores the personal connection between the two leaders but also highlights their shared commitment to national development and the growth of their political party.

Further details regarding the discussions held during the meeting were not revealed, leaving room for speculation about the matters they deliberated upon. Nonetheless, the encounter between Vice President Shettima and former Governor Lalong serves as a testament to their enduring friendship and ongoing collaboration in shaping the political landscape of Nigeria.