UGHELLI, Delta — The National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Delta Central Senatorial District in the 2027 election, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has appealed to the Concerned Pastors for Good Governance (CPGG), Delta Central Chapter, to support his ambition with prayers, civic education and grassroots partnership.
Omo-Agege made the appeal on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at a meeting with members of CPGG held at Wetland Hotel, Ughelli.
The former Deputy President of the 9th Senate said he was seeking a return to the Senate not merely to make fresh promises, but to build on what he described as the achievements recorded during his previous tenure representing Delta Central.
According to him, his years in the Senate between 2015 and 2023 produced several interventions and legislative achievements across the district.
He cited the establishment law for the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun; the Federal Polytechnic and Defence Space School in Orogun; the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences in Kwale; and the Oil and Gas Industrial Park in Delta State.
Omo-Agege also highlighted his role in the passage of major national legislation, including the Petroleum Industry Act and the Electoral Act, saying the laws had significant implications for oil-producing communities and the protection of citizens’ votes.
He added that infrastructure and empowerment projects, including roads, hospitals, schools, water projects, solar-powered street lights, transformers, skills programmes, scholarships and job placements, were implemented across the eight local government areas of Delta Central.
«“I bring all of that up not to boast, but because it’s the reason I’m standing here again. I’m not here with a list of new promises. I’m here to keep building on what we already started,” he said.»
‘Pray for Delta Central and Nigeria’
The NDC candidate urged the pastors to make prayers for Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria a priority, particularly for the emergence of leaders who, according to him, would govern with integrity, wisdom and compassion for the vulnerable.
He also appealed for prayers for his safety and that of his family and campaign team during the 2027 election season.
Omo-Agege alleged that there had been threats to his life by Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and asked the pastors to pray for divine protection.
The former senator further urged CPGG members to use their pulpits to promote unity, peaceful elections and civic responsibility across the eight local government areas that make up Delta Central.
He appealed to religious leaders to discourage vote-buying and encourage citizens to vote according to their conscience.
“We are one people across these eight LGAs — one blood, one future — and it’s time our people voted with conscience instead of selling their votes for money,” he said.
Seeks Church-Government Partnership
Omo-Agege also called for a stronger partnership between religious institutions and government in addressing social and economic challenges confronting the people.
He specifically mentioned skills acquisition, moral education, healthcare outreach and peacebuilding as areas where government and the church could collaborate.
According to him, such partnership would help address the challenges confronting widows, orphans, unemployed graduates and people struggling with addiction.
He said good governance required leadership that was accountable, accessible and guided by strong moral values.
Endorses NDC Candidates
Omo-Agege also used the occasion to canvass support for other NDC candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He called on CPGG to support the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, as well as the NDC governorship candidate in Delta State, Chris Iyovwaye, alongside the party’s candidates for the National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly.
He said the party’s agenda was built around a broader vision of transforming Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to one focused on production and self-sufficiency.
“I pledge to work with him to realize his mission of moving Nigeria from consumption to production, from dependence to self-sufficiency, and from the politics of exclusion to the governance of inclusion,” Omo-Agege said.
Promises Accessible Representation
The Delta Central candidate pledged that, if elected in 2027, he would use his experience and political access to attract further development to the senatorial district.
He promised to maintain an open-door policy, consult constituents on major decisions and remain accountable to the people between election cycles.
Omo-Agege also promised to prioritise employment, healthcare, clean water, roads and support for women, widows and vulnerable residents across the district.
He said creating opportunities for young people would also help reduce their vulnerability to political thuggery and other forms of social instability.
“I didn’t come here tonight to make promises I can’t keep. I came to ask for your blessing, your wisdom, and your prayers,” he told the pastors.
He concluded by praying for CPGG, Delta Central, Delta State and Nigeria.
