Former Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that recent developments within the party in Delta State no longer align with his political objectives and the interests of his constituents.
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The resignation, which takes immediate effect, was contained in a statement released Weenesday on the senator’s official Facebook handle and signed by his Media Adviser, Sunday Areh.
In a resignation letter addressed to the chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Omo-Agege said his decision followed extensive consultations with his political associates and supporters.
According to the former governorship candidate, remaining in the party would hinder his ability to advance the interests of Delta Central Senatorial District, Delta State and Nigeria at large.
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“I will not remain a sitting duck in a party where I cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria,” he stated.
Omo-Agege, who served as deputy president of the 9th Senate, expressed appreciation to the APC for the opportunity to serve in the position, while wishing the party well in its future endeavours.
“I thank the APC for the opportunity to serve as deputy president of the 9th Senate. I wish the party well and have requested that my name be removed from all membership records, registers and communication lists,” he said.
The former lawmaker further affirmed that his political focus remains on pursuing development and effective representation for the people of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria, noting that he would continue to pursue those objectives outside the APC.
His resignation is expected to trigger fresh political realignments within Delta State ahead of the 2027 general elections.
