Thousands of supporters on Tuesday converged at Metropolitan Square Ilorin to welcome Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, presidential candidates of All Progressives Congress (APC) to the state for his campaign rally.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the venue was filled to capacity as thousands of supporters trooped out with their brooms and banners to cheer their candidate and his running mate.
NAN reports that supporters were seen dancing, ahead of the arrival of Tinubu’s campaign team.
The state Cordinator, Tinubu Presidential Campaign Ambassador in Diaspora, Mr Adedoyin Abdulateef, described the massive turn out as sign of acceptance and love for Tinubu.
“As you can see, the venue is filled up even ahead of time. It is a sign of love and acceptance for our candidate.
“People love our party and our candidates. We are optimistic of winning landslide come February,” he said.
A party chieftain, Mr Yusuf Babatunde, said the turnout was a warning to other candidates that Tinubu /Shetima are the people’s choice.
Babatunde said the mood at the venue was lively and sign of hope for Nigerians as the crowd was looking forward to receiving the special guest. (NAN)
