Local Political Reactions
Omo-Agege’s decision follows a poor showing in the APC primary held on May 17, where he garnered 3,643 votes compared to Dafinone’s 116,252 votes, securing the latter the party’s ticket for a second term.
His move mirrors recent defections by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex‑Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, who both joined the NDC earlier in May, citing the need to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship.
Local Political Reactions
Legal Developments Affecting Party Switches
Omo-Agege’s decision follows a poor showing in the APC primary held on May 17, where he garnered 3,643 votes compared to Dafinone’s 116,252 votes, securing the latter the party’s ticket for a second term.
His move mirrors recent defections by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex‑Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, who both joined the NDC earlier in May, citing the need to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship.
Local Political Reactions
Legal Developments Affecting Party Switches
Senator Ovie Omo-Agege Resigns from APC
Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). A source close to the senator confirmed to The Whistler that he submitted his resignation on May 22 and intends to make his departure public shortly.
Planned Move to the National Democratic Congress
The same source indicated that Omo-Agege will soon announce his membership in the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Describing the shift as an “earthquake,” the insider noted that Omo-Agege was one of APC’s most prominent figures in Delta State.
Reasons Behind the Resignation
In his resignation letter addressed to the APC chairman in Orogun Ward 2, Omo-Agege stated that his political goals and those of his constituents are no longer aligned with the party. He wrote:
“It is clear my political objectives and those of my constituents are better served outside the APC.”
He added that he would not remain a “sitting duck” in a party where he cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria.
Electoral Context and Recent Defections
Omo-Agege’s decision follows a poor showing in the APC primary held on May 17, where he garnered 3,643 votes compared to Dafinone’s 116,252 votes, securing the latter the party’s ticket for a second term.
His move mirrors recent defections by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex‑Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, who both joined the NDC earlier in May, citing the need to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity and economic hardship.
Local Political Reactions
Legal Developments Affecting Party Switches
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