By George Ozalla
Former Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress, saying he could no longer remain in a political party where he was unable to advance the interests of his people.
The former lawmaker 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.
In a statement signed by his Media Adviser, Sunday Areh, Omo-Agege said the decision followed recent developments within the APC in Delta State and consultations with his political associates and supporters.
According to him, it had become clear that his political goals and the interests of his constituents would be better pursued outside the party.
“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.
He further stated that although he appreciated the opportunity given to him by the APC, especially serving as Deputy President of the 9th Senate, he had decided to leave the party with immediate effect.
“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.
Omo-Agege added that his commitment to the development of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria remains unchanged, noting that he would continue to pursue those objectives outside the APC.
The former Delta Central senator was the APC governorship candidate in Delta State during the 2023 general elections and remains a prominent political figure in the state.
