Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) following his defeat in the party’s Delta Central Senatorial District primary election.
Omo-Agege announced his resignation in a letter dated May 22, 2026, addressed to the Chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.
The former lawmaker said his decision followed consultations with his political associates and supporters, as well as his assessment of recent developments within the party in Delta State.
According to him, remaining in the APC would no longer allow him to effectively pursue the interests of Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria.
“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 expressed appreciation to the APC for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate and requested that his name be removed from all party records and communication platforms.
He added that his commitment to development and effective representation remains unchanged, noting that he would continue to pursue his political goals outside the ruling party.
His resignation is believed to be linked to the recently concluded APC Delta Central Senatorial primary, where he lost to the incumbent senator, Ede Dafinone.
The development marks a significant political shift in Delta State and could influence alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
