Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, declaring that he would not “remain a sitting duck” amid growing political tensions within the party.
Omo-Agege announced his decision in a statement released to supporters and political associates, citing concerns over internal party developments and what he described as deliberate attempts to sideline his political structure in Delta State.
The former senator said remaining in the APC under the current circumstances would amount to political surrender, insisting he was unwilling to watch his supporters become politically irrelevant.
“I will not remain a sitting duck,” he stated, adding that his decision followed extensive consultations with loyalists and stakeholders across the state.
Although he did not immediately announce a new political platform, Omo-Agege hinted that consultations were ongoing ahead of the 2027 political season.
The development is expected to reshape political alignments in Delta State, where the former deputy senate president remains a major figure with a significant support base.
Supporters who gathered shortly after the announcement described the move as necessary to protect their political future and maintain relevance ahead of upcoming elections.
Political observers say Omo-Agege’s exit could weaken the APC’s structure in parts of Delta State while strengthening opposition realignments ahead of 2027.
The former governorship candidate had previously played a prominent role in the APC’s expansion efforts in the South-South region and was considered one of the party’s influential figures in Delta politics.
Party officials in Delta State have yet to issue a detailed reaction to his resignation, though some APC members reportedly expressed disappointment over the development.
Analysts believe the move may trigger fresh defections and intensify political maneuvering within the state as parties begin early preparations for future electoral contests.
Omo-Agege served as Deputy Senate President between 2019 and 2023 and contested the Delta State governorship election under the APC platform.
