Vice President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Godswill Akpabio have arrived in Benin City, Edo State, for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally ahead of the 2027 general election.
The arrival of the two senior government officials forms part of the party’s political mobilisation activities in the South-South region.
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Shettima arrived in Benin City on Thursday, November 12, alongside members of the APC Presidential Campaign Council. He was received by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, Senator Adams Oshiomhole and other party leaders.
The rally is scheduled to take place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, where APC leaders, supporters and party faithful are expected to gather.
Before proceeding to the campaign venue, Shettima is scheduled to pay a courtesy visit to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, at his palace.
The Vice President’s visit is also intended to recognise the traditional institution and its historical significance in the Benin Kingdom.
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The APC rally forms part of the party’s nationwide activities to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.
Mariam Balogun is a contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
