Ex Deputy Senate president quits APC

Former Deputy Senate President, and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned his membership of the party with immediate effect.

In a resignation letter dated May 22, 2026, and addressed to the Chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Omo-Agege said his decision followed a careful review of recent developmentss can within the ruling party and consultations with his political associates and supporters.

According to him, it had become evident that his political aspirations and the interests of his constituents would be better pursued 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,” he stated.

The former lawmaker also expressed appreciation to the party for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate.

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

In a statement issued by his media adviser, Sunny Areh, the former senator reaffirmed his commitment to pursuing development and effective representation for Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria.

He noted that he would continue to pursue those objectives outside the APC.