Former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege has joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and declared his intention to contest for the Delta central senatorial seat in the 2027 elections.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Omo-Agege said his decision followed weeks of consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders across the country.
His words: “Today, I formally announce my decision to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress [NDC]. This decision is the product of weeks of reflection, wide consultations, and honest conversations with the people I serve.
“Across all these engagements, one truth stood out: Deltans want leadership that listens first, acts with integrity, and delivers results that can be seen and felt in daily life.”
Omo-Agege thanked key leaders of the party, including Senator Seriake Dickson, Peter Obi and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, for engaging him during the process.
He said: “I thank the leadership of the NDC for reaching out and engaging me in this process. Their commitment to building a credible, people-first alternative gives me confidence that the NDC is the right platform for Delta State and Nigeria.
“It is a party built on the principles of inclusion, accountability, grassroots participation, and true federalism. It is a platform where decisions are not made in closed rooms but through open consultation with stakeholders and members.
“On this platform, I will contest for the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. Let me be clear: this is not about me.
“This is about the mandate you entrusted to me in 2019 and the renewed call from our people for my return to the Senate to provide effective representation.”
Omo-Agege said Delta state has enormous economic potential that has not translated into improved living conditions for residents.
The former Deputy Senate President lamented the condition of infrastructure and public services in many communities across the state.
“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.
The former lawmaker said he would push for fair allocation of federal projects and improved economic opportunities for residents.
“I will work to ensure that every kobo released to Delta State is accounted for and applied to projects that improve the lives of our people,” he said.
Omo-Agege urged youths, women and traditional rulers in Delta state to participate actively in the political process ahead of 2027.
