Former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, has secured a waiver from the Nigeria the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to contest for the Delta Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections under the flagship of the party.
This is coming days after Omo-Agege suffered defeat at the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senate Primary Election where he lost to the incumbent Senator representing the Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone.
In the wake of his defeat, Omo-Agege dumped the APC to join the NDC which granted him the waiver to serve as the party’s flagbearer for the senatorial election.
NDC also approved waiver for former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Victor Ochei, to contest the Delta North Senatorial seats.
The party said the decision followed the formal defection of both leaders from the APC to the NDC
As contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Osa Directo, the NDC described Omo-Agege and Ochei as experienced political leaders whose entry into the party would strengthen its structure and electoral prospects in Delta.
According to the statement, the waivers were granted in recognition of their leadership experience, political influence and commitment to democratic governance and service to the people.
The party expressed confidence that both politicians possessed the capacity and grassroots support required to provide effective representation for the people of Delta Central and Delta North Senatorial Districts.
The NDC also assured the new entrants of a credible, inclusive and people-oriented platform to pursue their political aspirations and contribute to national development.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, transparency, inclusion and the collective goal of building a better Delta and Nigeria.