Edo Governor Pledges 2.5 Million Votes for Tinubu in 2027

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has publicly declared that the state is prepared to deliver 2.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at an All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally held in Oredo, Benin City, the governor emphasized that this electoral target is firmly established and not subject to negotiation.

A Firm Commitment to the Presidency

During the rally, Governor Okpebholo stated that the political landscape in Edo State is already aligned with the party’s goals for the next presidential cycle. According to the governor, the promise of 2.5 million votes is a settled matter. “What we are promising President Tinubu is 2.5 million votes. Things are set in Edo State. As you can see on the board, Asiwaju 2027 is settled. Our 2.5 million votes are not negotiable,” he remarked.

The governor further expressed his expectation that the electorate in Edo will support President Tinubu for a second term, while simultaneously backing APC candidates for the Senate, the House of Representatives, and the Edo State House of Assembly.

Leveraging Administrative Achievements

Governor Okpebholo indicated that his administration intends to campaign on its track record of governance. He highlighted several key areas where he claims progress has been made, which he believes will resonate with voters during the 2027 election cycle:

• Security: Improvements in safety and stability across the state.
• Infrastructure: Ongoing road construction projects and the development of flyovers.
• Urban Renewal: Specific focus on the Sapele Road corridor and the development of a new Government Reserved Area (GRA).
• Public Services: Upgrades to local markets and schools.

The governor framed these projects as the primary selling points for the party, suggesting that the tangible results of his administration will serve as the foundation for securing voter support.

Mobilization and Election Readiness

In his address to party members, Governor Okpebholo urged them to actively mobilize their personal networks, including family, friends, and professional associates, to ensure a high turnout for the APC. He noted that the party is currently focused on the electoral calendar, specifically referencing January 16 as the designated date for the election.

While the governor expressed confidence in the outcome, the source did not provide specific data regarding current voter registration numbers in Edo State or the historical turnout figures that would contextualize the 2.5 million vote goal. The governor concluded by encouraging the people of Edo to participate in the democratic process and exercise their civic rights in large numbers.

Conclusion

Governor Okpebholo’s declaration sets a high benchmark for the APC in Edo State ahead of the 2027 elections. By tying the party’s electoral prospects directly to his administration’s infrastructure and security initiatives, the governor has signaled a strategy focused on performance-based campaigning as the state prepares for the upcoming political cycle.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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