Omo-Agege resigns from APC after Delta Central primary dispute

Politics

ASABA, Nigeria (NPA) — Former Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following recent political developments within the party in Delta State.

Omo-Agege’s resignation is believed to be connected to the outcome of the Delta Central Senatorial District primary election in which incumbent senator, Ede Dafinone, emerged victorious.

In a resignation letter dated May 22, 2026, and addressed to the APC Ward Chairman of Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, the former deputy senate president announced his immediate exit from the ruling party.

“I hereby resign my membership of the All Progressives Congress, effective immediately,” the letter stated.

According to Omo-Agege, the decision followed consultations with his political associates and supporters after reviewing recent developments within the APC in Delta State.

“After reviewing recent developments in the party in Delta State and consulting with my associates and supporters, it is clear my political objectives and those of my constituents are better served outside the APC,” he wrote.

“I will not remain a sitting duck in a party where I cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria,” he added.

The former senator, who also holds the traditional title of Obarisi of Urhoboland, expressed appreciation to the APC for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate.

He also requested that his name be removed from all party membership records, registers, and communication platforms.

“I wish the APC well and request that my name be removed from all membership records, registers, and communication lists,” the letter read.

Omo-Agege stated that his focus remained on delivering development and effective representation for the people of Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria, adding that he would continue pursuing those objectives outside the APC.

A handwritten endorsement on the document indicated that the resignation letter was officially received by Stephen Emmanuel, Chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2.

The development is expected to send shockwaves through the APC structure in Delta State, where Omo-Agege remains one of the party’s most influential political figures.

Political observers say his exit could significantly affect the party’s strength and electoral calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections, particularly in the Delta Central Senatorial District and other parts of the state.

As of the time of filing this report, Omo-Agege had not publicly disclosed the political platform he intends to join ahead of the 2027 elections.