The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Dr. Sam Amadi, has said the All Progressives Congress (APC) could face major political challenges in Delta State if former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege aligns with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Amadi made the statement during an interview on Arise News on Thursday, May 28, 2026, while reacting to reports surrounding Omo-Agege’s resignation from the APC and growing speculation about his next political move.
According to the political analyst, Omo-Agege remains one of the most influential political figures in Delta State and possesses a strong political structure capable of reshaping the state’s political landscape if deployed in support of another opposition platform.
Speaking during the interview, Amadi said, “If Omo-Agege signs up with Peter Obi’s party, the NDC, he will further bolster that party, and that could well mean they defeat the APC in Delta State.”
The former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) explained that Omo-Agege has built a loyal support base over the years, especially during his tenure as Deputy Senate President and his governorship campaign in Delta State.
According to Amadi, “Omo-Agege is not just an ordinary politician in Delta politics. He has an organized political network, grassroots supporters, and influence that cannot be ignored.”
He noted that although it remains uncertain which political platform the former Delta Central senator may eventually join, his reported departure from the APC represents a significant setback for the ruling party in Delta State.
Amadi stated, “The APC losing someone like Omo-Agege is politically costly because he remains one of the party’s strongest figures in the South-South region.”
The political commentator also suggested that the emergence of a strong alliance involving Peter Obi and influential regional politicians could alter political calculations ahead of the next election cycle.
According to him, “If opposition forces begin to unite around influential personalities with established political structures, states that previously looked secure for the APC may become highly competitive.”
Amadi further argued that Delta State remains politically strategic due to its voting strength and economic importance within the Niger Delta region.
He said, “Delta is a very important state politically, and any major realignment there will have implications beyond the state itself.” he added.
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