ASABA – Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege is reportedly poised to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC), a move that could significantly alter the political landscape of Delta State. This development follows Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s high-profile defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC earlier this week.
Governor Oborevwori’s move, first reported by TJ News Nigeria, involved his resignation from the PDP and subsequent mobilization of his cabinet and local government chairmen to join the APC. This has prompted widespread speculation about Omo-Agege’s future within the party.
Omo-Agege, a key political figure in Delta State, reportedly harbors concerns that Oborevwori’s entry into the APC will diminish his influence. His political journey includes roles as a two-term senator and deputy senate president (2019–2023), establishing him as a significant power broker.
His relationship with Governor Oborevwori, once an ally, reportedly deteriorated after the 2023 governorship election, with tensions escalating over appointments and resource control. Oborevwori’s defection is seen as a catalyst for Omo-Agege’s potential exit.
Governor Oborevwori’s decision to join the APC followed discussions with national APC figures, who promised federal support for development projects. He emphasized that his move was aimed at securing federal funding for critical infrastructure.
The governor’s defection has elicited mixed reactions, with APC members welcoming him and PDP loyalists criticizing the move.
Political analysts believe that Omo-Agege’s potential departure is a direct response to Oborevwori’s defection. Sources indicate that Omo-Agege is consulting with his network of supporters, considering options such as rejoining the PDP, joining smaller parties, or forming a regional coalition.
Omo-Agege’s exit could weaken the APC’s grassroots mobilization in Delta State, while the PDP could benefit from his return. Speculation suggests he might seek assurances of zonal rotation in the 2027 governorship contest or a federal appointment.
Additionally, Senator Ned Nwoko is also reportedly considering a return to the PDP. Sources indicate that Nwoko, who joined the APC due to former Governor Okowa’s senatorial ambitions, now sees his path back to the PDP cleared with Okowa’s own move to the APC.
Political Earthquake: Omo-Agege, Ned Nwoko Eye APC Exit Amid Oborevwori’s Defection
