Shettima arrives in Akure as APC rallies support for Tinubu’s re-election
By Boye Oyeyemi
Vice-President Kashim Shettima arrived in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Wednesday ahead of an All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally staged to champion President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.
Upon touchdown at the Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu Airport, the vice-president was formally received by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa alongside Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji, and several prominent party chieftains.
This high-profile visit marks a key phase in the ruling party’s nationwide mobilisation drive, designed to consolidate regional political structures and reinforce grassroots backing for the administration.
Meanwhile, thousands of supporters, lawmakers, and federal ministers are expected to gather at the Akure Township Stadium, which serves as the main venue for the political assembly.
To maintain order during the proceedings, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria confirmed that robust security protocols had been instituted to guarantee a seamless reception.
Furthermore, the airport’s Deputy General Manager of Aviation Security, Benneth Iwuchukwu, revealed that security agencies had previously conferred with the vice-president’s advance team to synchronise movement logistics.
Consequently, access to the terminal grounds has been strictly restricted to accredited dignitaries, whilst supplementary screening units and law enforcement personnel have been deployed to curtail congestion.
Meanwhile, Iwuchukwu appealed to party faithful to proceed directly to the rally arena, offering reassurances that commercial flight services would operate without disruption despite the VIP arrivals.
