Tinubu's Government Promises Continued Support for Edo

During an All Progressives Congress rally at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered a message from President Bola Tinubu, assuring Edo State of ongoing Federal Government support in various sectors including roads, healthcare, energy, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and security. This event marked the second anniversary of Governor Monday Okpebholo's administration.

Shettima stated that the Federal Government's commitment to addressing Nigeria's infrastructure deficit requires the involvement of Edo State. He mentioned that work had begun on the dualisation of roads leading to Ekpoma, Auchi, and Okpella, as well as the Benin-Agbor-Sapele Road.

Okpebholo expressed confidence in delivering votes for Tinubu in the January 2027 election, citing the President's contributions to the state, including timely salary payments and ongoing construction projects. Other notable attendees included former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole, Senate President Godswill Akpabio (Akwa Ibom North), and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, who urged residents to support Tinubu's re-election bid.