Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday received decampees from all the major parties in the state, vowing to deliver 2.5 million votes to President Bola Tinubu in next year’s election.
The governor stated this while addressing party leaders and members of Africa Democratic Congress, the Peoples Democratic Party and the Labour Party, who joined the APC at a rally held at the Garrick Memorial Ground, Ekenwan Road, Benin City.
The governor also declared that Edo State is firmly in the grips of the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
While the decampees pledged their loyalty and commitment to the party, Okpebholo attributed the surge in support for the APC to “visible and practical development across the state.”
He expressed confidence ahead of the next election cycle, adding, “2027 and 2.5 million votes are sure for Tinubu. The president should relax and come to Edo to commission projects, not to campaign, as the state is sure and settled for APC.”
He maintained that Edo’s development strides are directly linked to federal support, noting that the administration’s achievements would speak louder than campaign rhetoric.
He said, “I thank members of the APC for the unity we are enjoying in the party. We have a good father in President Tinubu and we all stand here today because we are proud of him and ready to deliver Edo for APC come 2027″.
“All we do in Edo State is practical governance and the people can see development. Every kobo spent in Edo State is from President Tinubu.”
In a move that drew applause from the crowd, the governor invited Arise Television anchors Rufai Oseni and Reuben Abati to tour projects across the state, expressing confidence that firsthand inspection would validate his claims.
He added, “I invite Rufai and Abati to Edo State and I will take them on a project tour in the state. By the time I take them round for a few days inspecting projects, you will not only campaign but vote for President Tinubu in 2027.”
The governor further noted that with 31 governors currently under the APC platform nationwide, the ruling party remains on a strong footing, adding that more political alignments are expected ahead of 2027.
Reaffirming his administration’s loyalty to the APC and the presidency, Okpebholo said that Edo State is politically secure for the ruling party, driven by unity within its ranks and sustained developmental efforts under his leadership.
Recall that the state chapter of the APC has been receiving new members since Okpebholo came into office.
At different events, the governor has also promised to deliver 2.5 million votes to President Tinubu in next year’s election.
