2027: No Vacancy in Aso Rock – Governor Okpebholo Declares

Governor Okpebholo asserts that there will be no vacancy in Aso Rock in 2027, signaling strong political positioning ahead of the next presidential election.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has stated that there will be no opportunity to compete for the presidency at Aso Rock in the 2027 election, emphasizing that any newly established political parties are not equipped to govern Nigeria.

reports that the governor commented on Wednesday in Benin City while speaking to chairpersons of 17 local government councils who had switched allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Okpebholo also announced that the campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 has already commenced in the state.

“There will be no openings in 2027 in Abuja. Anyone starting a political party now is not fit to govern us. They previously ruled their states, where citizens suffered from kidnapping issues, but since they left office, those states are now secure. Such individuals should not lead Nigeria,” he stated.

The vision for 2027 is taking shape in Edo State, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu set to remain in office. Today marks the beginning of our efforts as I urge all seventeen of you that the campaign for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election starts now.

He added, “Return to your respective local governments and set up his billboards to emphasize the message of re-electing President Tinubu.”

He predicted that President Tinubu would achieve a landslide victory in the 2027 presidential election and assured the president of Edo State’s strong support, emphasizing that APC will continue to lead the country.

Okpebholo commended the president’s leadership style and observed that Tinubu has made courageous decisions that past administrations hesitated to make. These actions, such as ending the controversial fuel subsidy, have put the nation on a trajectory of development and growth.

He expressed his gratitude to Adams Oshiomhole, the former governor of the state and Senator representing Edo North senatorial district; Jarret Tenebe, the state chairman of APC; as well as all members of APC for their ongoing support and sacrifices.