Heavy gridlock in Edo as Shettima storms state for APC presidential rally
AI Executive Briefing
Gemini Flash AI~45s readVice President Kashim Shettima visited Benin City on Thursday for an All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally. The event resulted in widespread traffic congestion across the metropolis as major roads leading to the Oba’s Palace and Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium were blocked.
Context & Background
- ✦The rally is part of the APC's presidential campaign activities ahead of the elections.
- ✦The influx of supporters and the closure of key transit routes caused significant disruption to daily movement for motorists and commuters in Benin City.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Vice President Kashim Shettima:Arrived in Benin City for the APC presidential campaign rally.President Bola Tinubu:His image was featured on the apparel worn by supporters during the event.
Outlook & Next Steps
Supporters continued to arrive at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium as the rally was scheduled to commence following the Vice President's arrival.
Key Takeaways
AI Summary- Vice President Kashim Shettima's arrival in Benin City for an APC presidential rally caused significant vehicular gridlock across the metropolis.
- Major arterial roads, including Airport Road and Ekenwan Road, were blocked, forcing commuters to trek long distances.
- Security personnel from the police, military, and Federal Road Safety Corps were deployed to manage traffic and maintain order during the event.
Key Facts:Thursday: Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in Benin City for the APC presidential campaign rally.
Editorial Excerpt
Vehicular movement was grounded in major parts of Benin metropolis on Thursday, following the arrival of Vice President Kashim Shettima for the presidential campaign rally of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Edo.NAN correspondent, who monitored the traffic situation, reports that all...
Frequently Asked Questions About This Story
Which specific roads were affected by the traffic gridlock in Benin?
Affected roads included Airport Road, Plymouth Road, Reservation Road, Exotic Road, Ekenwan Road, and major streets within the Government Reservation Area (GRA).
Which security agencies were involved in managing the traffic during the rally?
Security operatives from the police, military, and the Federal Road Safety Corps were deployed to strategic junctions.
