Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Benin City, Edo State, ahead of the All Progressives Congress presidential campaign rally at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.
Shettima arrived in the state on Thursday alongside members of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, with a courtesy visit to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, at his palace scheduled as part of his engagements.
He is expected to proceed to the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium afterwards to address party leaders, supporters and other members of the APC at the rally.
The Vice President’s arrival and itinerary were announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha.
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The statement described the Benin Palace as a symbol of one of Africa’s most remarkable civilisations, highlighting its history of kingship, artistry, diplomacy and cultural identity.
“For more than seven centuries, the Benin Palace has stood as a symbol of one of Africa’s most remarkable civilisations, preserving a proud heritage of kingship, artistry, diplomacy and cultural identity,” it stated.
It added that the visit was intended to honour “a revered traditional institution whose influence has survived centuries of change”.
The statement also highlighted Edo State’s political significance to the APC, noting that two former national chairmen of the party, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun and Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, hail from the state.
Shettima’s visit and participation in the rally form part of the APC’s campaign activities ahead of the 2027 presidential election.