The former deputy senate president, Ovie Omo-Agege, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a resignation letter dated May 22 and addressed to the chairman of APC Orogun Ward 2 in Ughelli north LGA of Delta state, Omo-Agege said his decision takes immediate effect.
The former lawmaker said the decision followed consultations with his political associates and supporters over developments within the party in Delta state.
“After reviewing recent developments in the party in Delta State and consulting with my associates and supporters, it is clear my political objectives and those of my constituents are better served outside the APC,” he said.
“I will not remain a sitting duck in a party where I cannot advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria.”
Omo-Agege thanked the APC for the opportunity to serve as deputy president of the ninth senate.
“I thank the party for the opportunity to serve as Deputy President of the 9th Senate,” he said.
“I wish the APC well and request that my name be removed from all membership records, registers, and communication lists.”
In a separate statement issued by Sunday Areh, media adviser to the former deputy senate president, Omo-Agege said he would continue to pursue development and effective representation for Delta Central and Delta state outside the APC.
“My focus remains on delivering development and effective representation for Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria. I will pursue these goals outside the APC,” he said.
