Shettima To Edo: Tinubu Has Not Forgotten You, More Federal Projects Coming

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Shettima To Edo: Tinubu Has Not Forgotten You, More Federal Projects Coming


Habiba Sam 

Benin City was agog on Thursday as the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential rally turned into a double celebration, the second anniversary of Governor Monday Okpebholo in office and a renewed promise of federal attention for Edo State.

President Bola Tinubu, whose message was delivered by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, assured Edo people that the Federal Government will not abandon the state in its push for national development.

Shettima told the mammoth crowd that Edo remains central to Nigeria's infrastructure plan, recalling the promise made to the people four years ago.

"We have come to assure you that you can count on us too. 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," Shettima said.

According to the Vice President, work has already begun on the dualisation of roads to Ekpoma, Auchi and Okpella, as well as the Benin-Agbor-Sapele road, with a commitment to deliver more federal road projects in the state.

He also listed healthcare, energy, entrepreneurship, agriculture and security as areas where the Federal Government will continue to support Edo, while also highlighting ongoing efforts to secure the return of Benin artefacts and the transfer of ownership of the treasures to Nigeria.

Shettima did not hide his admiration for Governor Okpebholo, saying the Governor has made the APC proud and enjoys the full confidence of President Tinubu.

In his response, Governor Okpebholo assured the President of Edo's loyalty ahead of the January 2027 political contest, saying Tinubu has done so much for the people of the state.

"In Edo State, we are ready to deliver come January 2027. The President has done so much for Edo people. Today, we don't owe salaries. We don't owe pensioners. Construction work is going on everywhere," Okpebholo said.

Former Governor of Edo State and Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, congratulated Okpebholo on his two years in office and commended his development strides.

Also speaking at the rally were the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Chairman of the Progressive Governors' Forum and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma.

The rally, which drew top government officials, APC national and state leaders, political stakeholders and residents, ended with a renewed pledge by Edo people to deliver 2.5 million votes for the re-election of President Tinubu in 2027.

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