By Ayomide Otitoju
Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and declared his intention to contest the Delta Central senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
Omo-Agege announced his defection in a statement on Thursday, saying the decision followed weeks of consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders across the country.
He described the NDC as a people-focused platform committed to accountability, inclusion and true federalism.
“Deltans want leadership that listens first, acts with integrity, and delivers results that can be seen and felt in daily life,” he said.
The former lawmaker thanked key party leaders, including Senator Seriake Dickson, Senator Moses Cleopas, former governor Peter Obi and Senator Musa Kwankwaso, for their efforts in building what he called a credible political alternative for Nigerians.
He said his decision to seek a return to the Senate was driven by 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 said.
Omo-Agege said many communities in Delta State continue to face poor infrastructure, inadequate healthcare, 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.
He pledged to strengthen the NDC in Delta State ahead of the 2027 elections and promised to push for equitable federal project allocation and improved opportunities for youths and small businesses if elected.
“I will not go to Abuja to warm the bench. I am going to fight for Delta Central,” he said.
Omo-Agege also called on youths, women, traditional rulers and voters to actively participate in the political process ahead of the next general elections.
