Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has officially joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress, six days after resigning from the All Progressives Congress.
Omo-Agege announced his defection in a personal statement issued on Thursday, May 28, 2026, where he also declared his intention to contest for the Delta Central Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections.
The former senator said his decision followed weeks of deep reflection and extensive consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders across Delta State.
“I formally announce my decision to join the National Democratic Congress,” he stated. “This is the product of weeks of reflection, wide consultations, and honest conversations with the people I serve.”
Omo-Agege praised the leadership of the NDC, particularly Senator Seriake Dickson, whom he described as the leader and founder of the party; Senator Moses Cleopas, the National Chairman; Mr. Peter Obi, presidential aspirant; and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
He described the NDC as a credible platform built on inclusion, accountability, grassroots participation and true federalism.
The former Deputy Senate President, who will now align with Peter Obi’s presidential bid, criticised the current governance structure in Delta State, saying the state’s level of development does not reflect its huge federal allocations and natural resources.
“Delta State holds a position of immense responsibility in Nigeria as one of the largest producers of oil and gas. Yet the reality on the ground does not match this potential,” he said.
He lamented what he described as collapsed roads, ill-equipped health centres, overcrowded schools and rising youth unemployment, saying the situation reflected “a failure of leadership and a betrayal of public trust.”
Omo-Agege vowed to return to the Senate to provide effective representation for Delta Central, promising to push for better utilisation of resources, job creation, improved healthcare, education and infrastructure development.
He said he would not be a “benchwarmer” in Abuja, but would actively defend the interests of his district while promoting unity across Delta North, Delta South and Delta Central.
The former lawmaker also called on youths, women, elders and traditional rulers in Delta State to participate actively in the 2027 electoral process by obtaining and protecting their Permanent Voter Cards.
“This is more than an election cycle. This is a defining moment for Delta State and for Nigeria,” Omo-Agege declared.
“Together, under the banner of the National Democratic Congress, we will reclaim Delta State. Together, we will reclaim Nigeria.”
Omo-Agege served as Deputy President of the 9th Senate and was one of the most prominent APC figures in Delta State before his resignation from the ruling party.
