Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has joined the National 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 issued on Thursday through his Media Adviser, Sunny Areh, six days after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The former senator said his decision followed consultations with political associates, supporters, and stakeholders across the country.
“Today, I formally announce my decision to join the National Democratic Congress (NDC),” he said.
According to him, the NDC provides a platform that aligns with his political vision for Delta Central, Delta State, and the country, particularly on issues of inclusion, accountability, grassroots participation, and federalism.
He also confirmed that he would seek a return to the Senate under the party’s platform in 2027.
“On this platform, I will contest for the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections,” he stated.
Omo-Agege acknowledged the role played by several political figures in his decision to join the party, including former Bayelsa State governor, Senator Seriake Dickson; NDC National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas; former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi; and former Kano State governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
The former lawmaker criticised successive administrations in Delta State over what he described as the failure to convert the state’s oil revenue into visible development.
He cited poor road networks, weak healthcare infrastructure, unemployment, and abandoned communities as major concerns.
“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 said he would work to strengthen the NDC structure in Delta State ahead of the next election cycle, drawing parallels with his role in building the APC’s presence in the state.
“We did it before for the APC when many said it was impossible. We mobilised at the grassroots, organized our people, and changed the political equation. I bring that same resolve and experience to the NDC,” he stated.
He promised to focus on federal projects, job creation, healthcare, support for small businesses, and education if elected.
The former deputy senate president also called on voters, particularly young people and women, to participate actively in the electoral process.
“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.
The NDC described Omo-Agege’s entry into the party as significant for its expansion plans ahead of the 2027 elections.
A senior party official, who spoke anonymously, said the development would strengthen the party’s structure in the South-South region and improve its prospects in Delta State.
“This is a strategic gain for the NDC. Senator Omo-Agege has grassroots appeal and deep political experience. His entry further validates the growing national coalition being built by the party,” the official said.
The APC in Delta State, however, dismissed the defection as politically inconsequential.
Political analysts say the move could alter political alignments in Delta Central, where Omo-Agege remains an influential figure.
Omo-Agege represented Delta Central Senatorial District in the Senate from 2015 to 2023 and served as Deputy President of the 9th Senate.
