Former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has formally pitched his political tent with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), barely six days after walking away from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The former Delta State governorship candidate made the declaration on Thursday, May 28, 2026, while confirming his ambition to return to the Senate and contest for the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
In a personally signed statement, Omo-Agege said the move came after weeks of consultations and intense discussions with political allies, supporters, and stakeholders across Delta State.
“I formally announce my decision to join the National Democratic Congress (NDC),” he stated. “This decision follows weeks of reflection, broad consultations, and sincere engagement with the people I represent.”
The former lawmaker applauded the leadership of the Party, singling out Senator Seriake Dickson, Senator Moses Cleopas, Mr. Peter Obi, and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso for building what he described as a credible political platform rooted in accountability, inclusiveness, grassroots participation, and true federalism.
Omo-Agege also confirmed that he would be supporting Peter Obi’s presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 elections.
Taking a swipe at the current state of governance in Delta State, the former Senate Deputy President lamented that the State’s enormous oil and gas wealth had failed to translate into meaningful development for the people.
According to him, residents continue to grapple with deteriorating roads, poorly equipped hospitals, overcrowded classrooms, and rising unemployment among youths despite huge federal allocations accruing to the State.
“Delta State occupies a strategic place in Nigeria as one of the country’s biggest producers of oil and gas, but the reality on ground falls far below its enormous potential,” he said.
He described the situation as a clear failure of leadership and a betrayal of public trust.
Omo-Agege promised that, if elected back into the Senate, he would champion effective representation and push for improved infrastructure, better healthcare, quality education, job creation, and responsible management of public resources across Delta Central and the entire State.
He further assured constituents that he would not return to Abuja merely to occupy a seat, but to aggressively defend the interests of his people while fostering unity among Delta North, Delta South, and Delta Central.
The former Senator also urged youths, women, traditional rulers, and elders in Delta State to actively participate in the 2027 electoral process by securing and safeguarding their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).
“This is beyond politics and elections. It is a defining moment for Delta State and Nigeria as a whole,” Omo-Agege declared. “Together, under the banner of the National Democratic Congress, we will reclaim Delta State and reclaim Nigeria.”
Omo-Agege served as Deputy President of the 9th Senate and remains one of the most influential political figures in Delta State following his recent exit from the APC.
