The decision by former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege to dump APC has intensified political discussions in Delta State ahead of the 2027 elections. Omo-Agege said he would not remain a “sitting duck” amid ongoing political developments within the party structure. His remarks came during a political gathering attended by supporters and stakeholders. The move to dump APC has generated reactions across Delta political circles and among party loyalists.
Omo-Agege remains one of the most influential political figures in Delta State. He previously served as Deputy Senate President during the Ninth National Assembly and led the APC governorship campaign in the state. The APC in Delta State has experienced internal disagreements over leadership and political direction in recent months. Several stakeholders have continued consultations over party unity and strategic positioning ahead of future elections.
Political realignments have also increased across different parties in the state. Analysts note that movements involving major political figures often reshape alliances before national elections. The latest decision to dump APC comes amid wider political calculations ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle.
Speaking during the political meeting, Omo-Agege explained that he could no longer remain passive amid unfolding events within the APC structure in Delta State. “I will not remain a sitting duck,” he stated while announcing his decision.
The former deputy senate president suggested that developments within the party influenced his position. He also emphasized the need to protect his political future and supporters within the state. Supporters and political associates reportedly attended the gathering where the announcement was made. Reactions have since continued among APC members and opposition figures within Delta State.
Political observers believe the decision to dump APC could influence alignments across Delta Central Senatorial District and other political blocs in the state. Party leaders are expected to begin consultations following the development. However, no comprehensive official response had emerged at the time of reporting.
The move by Omo-Agege to dump APC may reshape political dynamics in Delta State ahead of the next general elections. Political defections involving senior figures often affect grassroots mobilisation and party calculations.
The development may also influence coalition discussions among political actors preparing for future contests. Analysts say Delta State remains strategically important because of its voting strength and political relevance in the South-South region. At the national level, internal party disputes continue to attract attention as parties prepare for 2027 campaigns. Maintaining unity remains a major challenge for several political parties across Nigeria. The decision to dump APC further reflects ongoing political restructuring within the Delta political landscape.
