Isaac Samuel
Former Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, has officially joined the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and declared his intention to contest the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
Omo-Agege made the announcement in a statement personally signed and released through his Media Adviser, Sunny Areh, on Thursday, six days after his resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The former governorship candidate in Delta State said his decision to dump the APC came after extensive consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders across the country.
“Today, I formally announce my decision to join the National Democratic Congress (NDC),” he stated.
According to him, the NDC represents “the clearest path” for advancing the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria, describing the party as one rooted in inclusion, accountability, grassroots participation and true federalism.
Omo-Agege also confirmed that he would seek a return to the Senate on the platform of the NDC in the 2027 elections.
“On this platform, I will contest for the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections,” he said.
The former senator expressed appreciation to prominent NDC leaders whom he said played key roles in persuading him to join the party.
He specifically acknowledged former Bayelsa State governor, Seriake Dickson; the party’s National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas; former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi; and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
He accused successive administrations in Delta State of failing to translate the state’s vast oil wealth into meaningful development for the people, citing poor road infrastructure, underfunded healthcare facilities, unemployment and abandoned communities.
“Right now, too much of Delta’s wealth sits in CBN accounts, while our people suffer from bad roads, collapsed hospitals and abandoned communities,” he said.
Omo-Agege pledged to rebuild and strengthen the NDC structure in Delta State ahead of the 2027 elections, recalling his role in transforming the APC into a formidable opposition force in the state.
“We did it before for the APC when many said it was impossible. We mobilised at the grassroots, organised our people and changed the political equation. I bring that same resolve and experience to the NDC,” he added.
He promised what he described as “representation that matters,” pledging to advocate for equitable federal projects, job creation, improved healthcare delivery, support for small businesses and expanded educational opportunities for constituents.
The former lawmaker also urged youths, women, traditional rulers and eligible voters across Delta State to actively participate in the electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“To every registered voter: your Permanent Voter’s Card is your greatest power. It is stronger than money, stronger than intimidation and stronger than propaganda,” he said.
Meanwhile, the NDC leadership described Omo-Agege’s defection as a major boost to the party’s expansion efforts ahead of the 2027 polls.
Omo-Agege represented Delta Central Senatorial District in the Senate from 2015 to 2023 and served as Deputy President of the 9th Senate.
