Security Operatives Guard Tinubu’s Billboards Ahead Campaign Launch

Security Operatives Guard Tinubu’s Billboards Ahead Campaign Launch

Security operatives have been deployed across Kaduna to guard campaign posters and billboards of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the official launch of his 2027 presidential campaign scheduled for Saturday.Personnel from the Kaduna State Traffic Law Enforcement Authority (KASTLEA), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and police officers were stationed at strategic locations, particularly around the Kaduna Township Stadium, the venue of the rally. Patrol vehicles and armed officers were also sighted along major roads including Ahmadu Bello Way and near the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital.A security source told Daily Trust that the deployment was aimed at preventing vandalism of campaign materials, especially at night. “We were assigned alongside KASTLEA marshals to protect Tinubu’s billboards and posters from being vandalised before the campaign rally,” the source said.The 8,000-capacity Kaduna Township Stadium has been repainted and decorated with APC flags, posters of Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Governor Uba Sani. Facilities including pavilions and conveniences have been prepared for guests, while access to the venue has been restricted ahead of the event.Deputy Governor Hadiza Balarabe, chairperson of the Local Organising Committee, expressed satisfaction with preparations, assuring that attendees would be screened and security maintained throughout the rally. She noted that the North-West remains a stronghold for the APC and expects a large turnout of supporters.Commissioner for Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, added that hotels across Kaduna were fully booked, reflecting the scale of mobilisation for the campaign flag-off.President Tinubu is expected to be joined by governors from the seven North-West states at the rally, which will mark the formal start of his re-election campaign.

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