Ex-Deputy Senate President Omo-Agege Dumps APC Days After Losing Primaries

Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) shortly after losing the party’s Senate primary for Delta Central.

In a resignation letter dated May 22 and addressed to the APC chairman of Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, he confirmed that his exit takes immediate effect.

Omo-Agege explained that his decision followed consultations with his political allies and supporters, as well as recent developments within the party in Delta State.

The letter read: “I hereby resign my membership of the All Progressives Congress, effective immediately.

“After reviewing recent developments in the party in Delta State and consulting with my associates and supporters, it is clear my political objectives and those of my constituents are better served outside the APC. 

“I will not remain a sitting duck in a party where I cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria.

“I thank the party for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate. I wish the APC well and request that my name be removed from all membership records, registers, and communication lists. 

“My focus remains on delivering development and effective representation for Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria. I will pursue these goals outside the APC.”

Last week, Ovie Omo-Agege contested the primary election of the APC in Delta Central but lost to incumbent Senator Ede Dafinone.

KanyiDaily recalls that Senator Ned Nwoko also accused the APC of betraying him after losing the Delta North senatorial primary election to former Delta State governor Ifeanyi Okowa.