Amidst security concerns, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar has arrived in Edo State for his presidential campaign ahead of the 2023 general elections.

Atiku arrived the Benin City Airport alongside members of the PDP presidential campaign council including the National Chairman of the party, Iyorchia Ayu.

He was received at the airport by Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State and his deputy governor, Philip Shuaibu as well as top politicians, PDP officials and members in the state.

On arrival, cheering supporters made up of women and youth groups rolled out drums to receive him as they chant his name in solidarity.

The Edo State Government on Friday said it uncovered plans by some persons to disrupt the presidential campaign rally.

A statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie said the government would ensure that those trying to disrupt the peace in the state are prosecuted in accordance with the law.