Ovie Omo-Agege, the former Deputy Senate President, has issued a stark warning that individuals who manipulate the 2027 general elections will face fatal consequences.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) chieftain, who is contesting the Delta Central Senatorial seat, issued the threat at a political gathering.
“I want to make the news again. Anybody who rigs the election on that day, we will kill him! If you don’t value your life, come and rig the election.
“They’re rigging your future. They’re rigging the future of your children. We’re waiting for them. Let them try it. It is rig and die. We’re going to give them aura for aura. There’s no court this time. We’re going to fight.”
Omo-Agege had contested the last governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC) but lost to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The governor had defected to the APC, where he is seeking reelection.
Following the defection of the governor, Omo-Agege sought to return to the Senate under the APC but lost the ticket to incumbent David Dafinone.
He had defected to the NDC, vowing to unseat Dafinone.
“Today, I formally announce my decision to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress [NDC]. This decision is the product of weeks of reflection, wide consultations, and honest conversations with the people I serve. I have consulted with my political associates nationwide, supporters, and stakeholders who are the backbone of our communities. Across all these engagements, one truth stood out: Deltans want leadership that listens first, acts with integrity, and delivers results that can be seen and felt in daily life.
“I thank the leadership of the NDC for reaching out and engaging me in this process: Senator Seriake Dickson, Leader and Founder; Senator Moses Cleopas, National Chairman; Governor Peter Obi, Presidential Aspirant; and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and NDC Chieftain. Their commitment to building a credible, people-first alternative gives me confidence that the NDC is the right platform for Delta State and Nigeria.
“The NDC represents that kind of leadership. It is a party built on the principles of inclusion, accountability, grassroots participation, and true federalism. It is a platform where decisions are not made in closed rooms but through open consultation with stakeholders and members. It is a platform where public office is treated as a duty to the people, not a privilege for a few. After careful consideration, I am convinced that the NDC offers the clearest path to advance the interests of Delta Central, Delta State, and Nigeria,” he had said back in May.
What You Should Know
Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has stirred controversy by declaring that the 2027 general elections will be a do-or-die affair, warning that anyone caught rigging will be killed. Speaking at a political gathering, the politician emphasized that his camp is prepared to fight back rather than rely on the courts.
- Potential Concerns: This fiery rhetoric raises significant concerns about political violence, public safety, and the security of voters and electoral officials ahead of the 2027 polls.
- Political Implications: The declaration highlights the growing desperation and high stakes among political actors in Nigeria’s evolving party landscape, particularly as Omo-Agege maneuvers within opposition circles.
