President Bola Tinubu departed Akwa Ibom State for Rivers State on Friday to participate in the ongoing All Progressives Congress presidential campaign rally ahead of the 2027 general elections. The journey follows his earlier stop in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, where he greenlit the long-anticipated Ibom Deep Seaport project and inaugurated several infrastructural developments across the state.
Ahead of his arrival in Port Harcourt, supporters of the ruling party trooped out onto the streets in large numbers to welcome the Nigerian leader. State dignitaries, including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara, were already on the ground in the oil-rich state to receive the presidential delegation.
What are public reactions to the itinerary?
Social media users, particularly on the microblogging platform X, expressed mixed views regarding the rigorous travel schedule of the President. While supporters cheered the momentum of the campaign train, some citizens voiced concerns over the demands of the nationwide tour on the nation's leader.
Background on the campaign trail
The 2027 presidential campaign season has seen political parties intensifiying efforts across Nigeria's geopolitical zones. The ruling APC has been holding rallies in various states to shore up support, with key infrastructure announcements often coinciding with these high-profile political visits.