Traffic Disruptions Reported in Benin City During APC Presidential Campaign Rally

Major traffic disruptions were reported across Benin City, Edo State, on Thursday as Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived to participate in a presidential campaign rally for the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to reports from the Daily Post Nigeria, the influx of supporters and the resulting security measures led to the grounding of vehicular movement in several key parts of the metropolis.

Impact on Local Traffic

The arrival of the Vice President prompted the closure of several major thoroughfares, particularly those providing access to the Oba’s Palace and the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, which served as the primary venue for the rally. The Daily Post Nigeria noted that significant gridlock affected the following areas:

• Airport Road
• Plymouth Road
• Reservation Road
• Exotic Road
• Ekenwan Road
• Major streets within the Government Reservation Area (GRA)

The congestion forced many motorists to remain stationary for hours, while numerous commuters were compelled to abandon vehicles or public transport to trek long distances to reach their destinations. Commercial drivers attempting to bypass the main arterial roads found that alternative routes also experienced heavy traffic volume.

Security and Crowd Management

To manage the flow of traffic and maintain public order, a multi-agency security presence was deployed throughout the city. The Daily Post Nigeria reported that personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, the military, and the Federal Road Safety Corps were stationed at strategic junctions to direct traffic and oversee the movement of the large crowds.

Despite the logistical challenges posed by the gridlock, the event saw a significant turnout. Supporters gathered in large numbers at the airport and the Oba’s Palace to welcome the Vice President. The scene included various groups of supporters, such as motorcycle riders wearing branded apparel featuring President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Shettima, as well as women’s groups and cultural performers.

Event Status

As of the time the report was filed, the rally at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium had not yet officially commenced. Supporters continued to arrive at the venue from various parts of the state throughout the day. Information regarding the specific schedule of the rally or the duration of the traffic restrictions was not provided in the source report.

Conclusion

The visit of Vice President Shettima to Edo State for the APC presidential campaign resulted in widespread traffic delays across Benin City. While security agencies worked to manage the congestion, the event drew a large number of attendees, highlighting the significant logistical impact of major political gatherings on urban infrastructure.

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

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