Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has accused Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his political camp of reneging on an alleged power-sharing arrangement established after the influx of new members into the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Background of the Agreement
According to Omo-Agege, President Bola Tinubu had directed that positions within the party be allocated using a 60-40 formula between existing APC members and new entrants. This arrangement was intended to promote unity and accommodate all interests within the party.
Alleged Breach in Delta State
Omo-Agege claimed that while the arrangement was reportedly respected in other states, the situation in Delta was different. He alleged that Oborevwori's camp disregarded the agreement and sidelined long-standing party loyalists. Many of those affected had worked tirelessly for the APC and contributed significantly to President Tinubu's electoral success in the state.
The former deputy senate president said the development has generated concerns among party faithful who expected a more inclusive approach following the realignments within the APC.
Omo-Agege's Continued Support
Despite the alleged setback, Omo-Agege maintained that his support base in Delta Central remains strong, insisting that grassroots backing for him has not diminished. He pointed to the outcome of the recent Delta Central Senatorial primaries, where he and Senator Ede Dafinone recorded victories in 84 of the 85 wards. He described the result as evidence of continued acceptance among party members.
Implications for Delta APC
His remarks add a fresh dimension to conversations surrounding internal party dynamics in Delta APC, particularly as stakeholders continue efforts to manage the interests of both long-standing members and recent defectors. The power-sharing dispute highlights ongoing tensions within the party as it seeks to balance competing factions.
