29, May 2026
Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Age, has officially dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) and moved to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). He also announced his plan to contest for the Delta Central senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections.
In a statement released Thursday, Omo-Age said the decision followed weeks of discussions with political allies, supporters, and stakeholders across the country.
The ex-Delta Central lawmaker described the NDC as a people-focused party built on accountability, inclusion, and true federalism.
“Deltans want leadership that listens first, acts with integrity, and delivers results that can be seen and felt in daily life,” he said.
Omo-Age thanked top NDC leaders including Senator Seriake Dickson, Senator Moses Cleopas, former Anambra governor Peter Obi, and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso for their efforts in building what he called a credible alternative for Nigerians.
He said his decision to return to the Senate was driven by repeated calls from his constituents for better representation.
“That call is loud, consistent, alive, and urgent. I cannot ignore it, and I will not betray the trust you have placed in me,” he stated.
According to him, many communities in Delta still struggle with bad roads, weak healthcare systems, overcrowded schools, and high unemployment. He criticized the current management of resources, saying too much of the state’s wealth is locked in CBN accounts while citizens deal with collapsed infrastructure.
“Right now, too much of Delta’s wealth sits in CBN accounts while our people suffer from bad roads, collapsed hospitals, and abandoned communities. This is not governance. It is a failure of leadership and a betrayal of public trust,” Omo-Age added.
Looking ahead to 2027, he pledged to build the NDC’s structure across Delta State and said he would push for a fair share of federal projects, plus more opportunities for youths and small businesses if elected.
“I will not go to Abuja to warm the bench. I am going to fight for Delta Central, and as your senator, my focus will remain on delivering representation that matters,” the senator said.
He also urged youths, women, traditional rulers, and registered voters to get involved in politics ahead of the next general elections.
