Senator Ali Ndume has voiced strong disapproval regarding the recent political realignment in Delta State, specifically the All Progressives Congress's (APC) decision to designate Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, a recent defector from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as the new leader of the APC in the state. Speaking to Channels Television on Sunday, June 8, 2025, Ndume expressed his dismay at what he perceives as a snub to long-serving and steadfast APC members.
He specifically cited the case of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, the former Deputy Senate President and APC's 2023 gubernatorial candidate in Delta. Ndume highlighted Omo-Agege's unwavering commitment to the party, noting his legal battles following a contested 2023 election loss and his continued efforts to maintain the party's presence in a challenging political landscape.
The political dynamics in Delta State took a significant turn on April 23, 2025, with Governor Oborevwori's defection to the APC, accompanied by several other prominent PDP figures. This move was met with an enthusiastic reception from Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development and a key APC figure from Delta. Keyamo publicly welcomed Oborevwori, affirming him as the new leader of the APC in the state and declaring that the party's structure in Delta was now
under the Governor's complete command. Ndume's comments underscore a broader concern about the treatment of loyal party members who have dedicated their political capital to building the APC, particularly in regions where it faces stiff opposition, raising questions about the balance between rewarding steadfastness and embracing new, influential allies.
