“I Will Not Remain a Sitting Duck” — Omo-Agege Announces APC Exit

Former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a significant political development in Delta State ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Omo-Agege announced his resignation in a letter dated May 22, 2026, addressed to the Chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.

The former lawmaker said his decision followed extensive consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders as well as a careful review of recent developments within the ruling party. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by his media adviser, Sunny Areh, Omo-Agege said he could no longer effectively pursue the political and developmental interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria from within the APC.“I will not remain a sitting duck in a party where I cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria,” he stated.

Omo-Agege also expressed appreciation to the APC for the opportunity to serve in government, particularly as Deputy President of the 9th Senate. “I thank the APC for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate. I wish the party well and have requested that my name be removed from all membership records, registers, and communication lists,” he added.

The resignation comes shortly after a major political setback for the former Deputy Senate President in the APC Delta Central senatorial primary election. Official results released by the APC National Assembly Primary Committee showed that incumbent Senator Ede Dafinone secured a landslide victory with 116,252 votes across the eight local government areas in the senatorial district, while Omo-Agege polled 3,643 votes.

The outcome stunned many political observers given Omo-Agege’s longstanding influence within the APC structure in Delta State and his previous role as the party’s governorship candidate in the 2023 elections.

Political analysts say his departure could trigger fresh alignments within Delta politics, particularly in Delta Central where Omo-Agege retains considerable grassroots influence and political networks.

Although the former Deputy Senate President did not disclose his next political destination, his exit is expected to fuel speculation over possible alliances ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle.

Omo-Agege, however, maintained that his political commitment remains focused on development, effective representation and advancing the interests of Delta Central and the wider Delta State populace.

The APC is yet to issue an official response to his resignation.