Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has promised to give 2.5 million votes for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.

Governor Okpebholo made this promise on Monday when he addressed the audience at the Okaijesan Town Hall in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area, during an event to welcome thousands of individuals who defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Okpebholo said that the votes would act as a gesture of gratitude for the progress and improvements seen throughout Edo state during his leadership.

“I want to commend the members of the PDP who have made the decision to join our great party, the APC. This defection is a testament to the fact that the PDP has lost relevance in Esan Central, my own constituency. Today marks the political end of the PDP in this local government,” he said.

“Their decision to align with our party is a clear endorsement of our direction and leadership. In 2027, we will reward President Tinubu’s love for Edo with 2.5 million votes.”

Okpebholo said the people have spoken through their actions, adding that Edo is APC, and APC is the vehicle of the state’s development under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The governor in his address promised not to fail the people of Edo, saying he will continue to work diligently to ensure that the state enjoys sustained development under his watch.