Immediate past Deputy Senate President Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has questioned the developmental impact of more than N1 trillion on Delta State under the Sheriff Oborevwori administration.
Omo-Agege, who was the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 governorship election in the State, said the funds were accrued from Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) and internally generated revenue
Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting with APC elders, leaders, and members in Ukwuani, and Ndokwa West Local Government Areas, Omo-Agege particularly criticized the Delta State government’s handling of increased revenue following the removal of fuel subsidies and unification of the exchange rate, alleging that funds meant for development were instead used to service questionable loans.
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He urged Deltans to demand accountability from the government regarding oil revenue and other resources.
“Despite receiving over N1 trillion from FAAC and IGR, the Delta State government and local government area councils have failed to develop the state,” Omo-Agege said.
“Instead, they prioritize debt repayment, cater to godfathers, and oil party structures. We must put an end to this wasteful governance and enthrone a progressive government that would build a brighter future for Delta State. A win for the APC in 2027 would signal a new era of prosperity, transparency, and accountability.
“It would mean better infrastructure, improved healthcare and education, and economic opportunities for all. The people of Delta State deserve nothing less.” he said.
The former lawmaker also assured that the perceived crisis among APC leaders will in Delta State will soon be resolved.
He attributed the APC’s loss in the 2023 governorship election to the PDP’s alleged compromise of the electoral process rather than a lack of support and urged party leaders in Ndokwa Nation to unite, emphasizing the significance of the opposition’s win of two senatorial seats in Delta, adding “that we could have secured all three if not for Senator Peter Nwaoboshi’s ordeal.”
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“We need everybody to come together and work as a team because the end of one election marks the beginning of another. I appeal to you all—let us put aside our differences and focus on what unites us. No one enters an election divided and expects to win” he said.
Omo-Agege expressed gratitude to APC supporters for their dedication and highlighted his key achievement: securing the establishment of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Kwale, a development he believes will provide quality education and drive economic growth in Delta State.
He stressed that APC must remain focused on its mission, emphasizing the need for unity, discipline, and strategic planning to overcome the PDP’s influence.
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