Ex-Delta assembly speaker, Victor Ochei resigns from APC, to join NDC

Victor Ochei, former speaker of the Delta state house of assembly has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Ochei, who also serves as President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation, announced his resignation in a personally signed statement issued on Thursday, ending his decade-long membership of the ruling party.

The former lawmaker said his decision followed “deep reflections and wide consultations,” adding that he was leaving the APC to continue his political journey on another platform.

His resignation has fuelled speculations over his reported move to the National Democratic Coalition, one of the emerging political parties attracting opposition figures ahead of the next election cycle.

Sources familiar with ongoing consultations said Ochei is also considering a possible bid for the Delta North Senatorial seat in 2027.

“In 2016, I joined the All Progressives Congress with sincerity of purpose and a strong belief in the vision and future of the party. Over the last ten years, I devoted myself wholeheartedly to building and strengthening the APC at all levels,” Ochei stated.

He noted that he contributed to expanding the party’s grassroots structures and mobilising support among youths and women across Delta State.

The former speaker, however, hinted at dissatisfaction with the current direction of the party, stressing that leadership must reflect fairness, inclusion and the aspirations of the people.

“Growth remains a constant necessity in every institution, political movement, and human endeavour. Leadership must continually evolve to reflect inclusion, mutual respect, fairness, and the aspirations of the people,” he added.

Ochei insisted that his resignation was not driven by bitterness, thanking party leaders and supporters for their support during his stay in the APC.

His exit comes days after former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, also resigned from the APC in Delta State over what he described as recent political developments within the party.