President Bola Tinubu has assured Edo State of continued Federal Government support in roads, healthcare, energy, agriculture, entrepreneurship and security.

The assurance came as Governor Monday Okpebholo marked his second year in office. The President’s message was delivered on Thursday by Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Shettima spoke at an All Progressives Congress rally at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. The rally coincided with the second anniversary of the Okpebholo administration. He said the Federal Government would honour its commitment to the people of Edo.

He said efforts to address Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit could not succeed without carrying Edo along. He said the government has not abandoned that agreement. He said Edo people can count on continued federal support.

He said work has commenced on the dualisation of roads leading to Ekpoma, Auchi and Okpella. He also mentioned the Benin Agbor Sapele Road. He said the Federal Government is committed to constructing more roads in the state.

He highlighted federal support for healthcare, energy, entrepreneurship, agriculture and security. He cited ongoing efforts towards the return of Benin artefacts. He also cited the transfer of ownership of the Benin treasures to Nigeria.

In his remarks, Okpebholo pledged that Edo will deliver votes for Tinubu in the January 2027 election. He cited the President’s contributions to the state. He said the state no longer owes salaries or pensioners. He said construction work is going on everywhere.

He said the ongoing projects show his administration’s commitment to development and workers’ welfare. The rally also focused on the state’s pledge to deliver 2.5 million votes in 2027.