President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, assured residents of Edo State of continued federal assistance in various sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, and agriculture, during an APC presidential rally in Benin City. The event, held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, celebrated the second anniversary of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration.
Shettima emphasized the Federal Government’s commitment to addressing the nation’s infrastructure deficits, noting that Edo State would play a crucial role in these efforts. He stated, “When we came to you four years ago, we said we could not address our nation’s infrastructure deficit without carrying Edo State along. We have not abandoned that agreement.”
The Vice President highlighted ongoing projects such as the dualization of roads leading to Ekpoma, Auchi, and Okpella, as well as improvements to the Benin-Agbor-Sapele Road. He reaffirmed the administration’s determination to enhance roadway infrastructure in the state.
Beyond infrastructure, Shettima discussed federal initiatives aimed at supporting Edo’s healthcare, energy, entrepreneurship, and agricultural sectors. He also mentioned efforts concerning the return of Benin artefacts to Nigeria.
Governor Okpebholo praised the President’s contributions to Edo and expressed confidence in delivering votes for Tinubu in the upcoming January 2027 elections, highlighting his government’s achievements in paying salaries and ongoing construction projects.
Former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole and Senate President Godswill Akpabio were among the notable attendees, with APC leaders and supporters at the rally pledging significant support for the President’s re-election campaign.
