Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Calabar, Cross River State, to lead the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally ahead of the forthcoming elections.
Shettima’s aircraft touched down at about 12:10 pm at the Margaret Ekpo International Airport, where he was received by Governor Bassey Otu, alongside members of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, party officials and other political stakeholders.
Hundreds of party supporters and loyalists from across Cross River State and the South-South region also gathered at the airport to welcome the Vice President.
From the airport, Shettima and members of the Presidential Campaign Council proceeded to the palace of the Obong of Calabar, His Eminence Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V.
The Vice President’s arrival was also marked by colourful cultural displays, as local Calabar cultural groups entertained guests with traditional dances and drumming, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the ancient city.
Following brief formalities and engagements with party leaders, Shettima’s convoy proceeded to the Calabar Stadium, the venue of the APC campaign rally, where a large crowd of party supporters had gathered to receive him.
