Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has formally defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and declared his intention to contest the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Omo-Agege said his decision followed weeks of consultations with political associates, supporters, and stakeholders across the country.
The former Delta Central senator described the NDC as a people-centred platform committed to accountability, inclusion, and true federalism.
“Deltans want leadership that listens, acts with integrity, and delivers results that can be seen and felt in everyday life,” he said.
Omo-Agege also expressed appreciation to key leaders of the party, including Senators Seriake Dickson and Moses Cleopas, former Anambra State governor Peter Obi, and former Kano State governor Musa Kwankwaso, for their commitment to building what he described as a credible political alternative for Nigerians.
The former lawmaker said his decision to seek a return to the Senate was driven by persistent calls from constituents demanding effective representation.
“That call is loud, consistent, alive, and urgent. I cannot ignore it, and I will not betray the trust you have placed in me,” he stated.
According to him, many communities in Delta State continue to grapple with poor road infrastructure, 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 added.
Omo-Agege pledged to strengthen the NDC’s structure across Delta State ahead of the 2027 elections and promised to advocate for equitable distribution of federal projects, youth empowerment, and improved opportunities for small businesses if elected.
“I will not go to Abuja to warm the bench. I am going there to fight for Delta Central, and as your senator, my focus will remain on delivering representation that truly matters,” he said.
He also called on youths, women, traditional rulers, and eligible voters to actively participate in the political process ahead of the next general elections.
Omo-Agege recently resigned from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following internal political developments within the party in Delta State.
