Okpebholo Pledges 2.5 Million Edo Votes for Tinubu, Says Target Is Non-Negotiable

Okpebholo made the declaration on Thursday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally held in Oredo, Benin City.

The governor described the proposed votes as an already settled commitment, expressing confidence that residents of the state would support Tinubu’s bid for a second term.

“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. They are already settled, and that is the truth,” he said.

Okpebholo also said the state would support APC candidates contesting for seats in the Senate, House of Representatives and Edo State House of Assembly.

He identified his administration’s achievements in security, road infrastructure, urban renewal and other sectors as major issues the party would present to voters during the 2027 campaign.

The governor listed developments along the Sapele Road corridor, ongoing road construction, flyovers, markets, schools and the development of the new Government Reserved Area (GRA) among the projects his administration intends to showcase.

He urged APC members to intensify grassroots mobilisation by reaching out to their families, friends and associates to secure support for Tinubu and other party candidates.

Okpebholo said the party was looking forward to January 16, the scheduled date of the presidential election, and called on residents to participate actively in the electoral process.

He maintained that Edo State was prepared to demonstrate its support for the President through votes in the 2027 general election.