By FRONTLINE REPORTERS
A major political storm has hit Delta State following the dramatic resignation of former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Omo-Agege announced his exit from the party on Friday, declaring that he would not remain a “sitting duck” in a political platform where he could no longer advance the interests of his people and pursue his political aspirations.
The former Deputy Senate President made his position known in a resignation letter dated May 22, 2026, addressed to the Chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.
In a statement issued by his media adviser, Sunday Areh, Omo-Agege said his decision followed extensive consultations with political associates, loyalists and supporters across the state.
The move is already sending shockwaves through Delta’s political landscape, with analysts predicting possible realignments ahead of future elections in the oil-rich state.
“I will not remain a sitting duck in a party where I cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria,” Omo-Agege declared.
Although he did not directly reveal the internal crisis that triggered his resignation, his statement pointed to growing dissatisfaction with recent developments within the APC in Delta State.
The former governorship candidate, however, expressed gratitude to the APC for giving him the platform that led to his emergence as Deputy President of the 9th Senate.
“I thank the APC for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate,” he said.
“I wish the party well and have requested that my name be removed from all membership records, registers and communication lists.”
Omo-Agege further assured his supporters that he remains committed to pursuing development, political relevance and effective representation for the people of Delta Central and the state at large — even outside the APC.
His resignation is expected to deepen political tension within Delta APC, especially amid ongoing permutations and power struggles ahead of the next political cycle.
Political observers believe the development could reshape opposition politics in Delta State and potentially trigger defections by loyalists aligned with the former Senate leader.
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2026-05-25