President Tinubu Promises Continued Federal Support for Edo State at Rally

President Bola Tinubu has promised to continue supporting Edo State with federal projects in various areas, including infrastructure, healthcare, energy, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and security. This commitment was announced by Vice President Kashim Shettima at an APC presidential campaign rally in Benin City.

The rally, which took place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, also marked the second anniversary of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration. It attracted many APC leaders, supporters, and local residents.

Shettima emphasized that the Federal Government is dedicated to fulfilling its promises to Edo State. He noted that addressing the country’s infrastructure challenges requires the involvement of the state. He stated, “We have not abandoned that agreement,” referring to past commitments made to the people of Edo.

The Vice President announced that construction has started on several key road projects, including the dualization of roads to Ekpoma, Auchi, and Okpella, as well as the Benin-Agbor-Sapele Road. He expressed the government’s determination to deliver more road projects in the area.

In addition to infrastructure, Shettima highlighted federal support for healthcare, energy, entrepreneurship, agriculture, and security in Edo. He also mentioned efforts to return Benin artefacts to Nigeria.

Governor Okpebholo praised Tinubu for his contributions to the state and assured that Edo would support the President in the upcoming 2027 elections. He stated that the state is currently free from salary and pension debts and that construction projects are ongoing.

Former Edo Governor Adams Oshiomhole congratulated Okpebholo on his anniversary and recognized his development efforts in the state. Other prominent political figures also spoke at the rally, which was attended by numerous APC members and supporters.