Omo-Agege Joins NDC, Eyes Senate Return

Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and declared his intention to contest in the Delta Central senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.

In a statement released on Thursday, Omo-Agege said his decision followed weeks of consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders across the country. He described the NDC as a people-focused platform committed to accountability, inclusion and true federalism.

Omo-Agege Joins NDC, Eyes Senate Return Credit: Politicians Data

“Deltans want leadership that listens first, acts with integrity, and delivers results that can be seen and felt in daily life,” he said.

The former lawmaker also expressed appreciation to several political figures, including Senator Seriake Dickson, Senator Moses Cleopas, former governor Peter Obi and Senator Musa Kwankwaso, for what he described as their efforts toward building a credible political alternative for Nigerians.

He said his return to the Senate was motivated by calls from constituents demanding more effective representation, insisting that he could not ignore their appeal.

Omo-Agege lamented poor infrastructure and economic hardship in parts of Delta State, citing bad roads, inadequate healthcare facilities, overcrowded schools and rising unemployment.

“Right now, too much of Delta’s wealth sits in CBN accounts while our people suffer from bad roads, collapsed hospitals, and abandoned communities. This is not governance. It is a failure of leadership and a betrayal of public trust,” he said.

He pledged to strengthen the NDC in Delta State ahead of the 2027 elections and vowed to prioritise equitable distribution of federal projects, youth empowerment and support for small businesses if elected.

“I will not go to Abuja to warm the bench. I am going to fight for Delta Central,” he said, urging youths, women, traditional rulers and voters to participate actively in the political process.

Omo-Agege formally left the All Progressives Congress (APC) as part of his new political realignment ahead of the elections.

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