Hon. Paddy Iyamu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oredo Federal Constituency, has sought the royal blessings of the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, ahead of the 2027 general election. Iyamu led party leaders and supporters to the monarch's palace in Benin City, where he also congratulated the Oba on his 10th anniversary on the throne. The visit allowed Iyamu to formally inform the monarch of his intention to represent Oredo Federal Constituency in the National Assembly. The Oba received him warmly and offered prayers and blessings, saying, "It shall be well with you."
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