Senator Ede Dafinone has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election for Delta Central Senatorial District, defeating former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege in a decisive victory. The primary, held across the eight local government areas in the district, saw Dafinone secure 116,252 votes, while Omo-Agege received 3,643 votes, according to official results announced by the APC National Assembly Primary Committee. This outcome solidifies Dafinone’s position as the party’s flagbearer for the 2027 general elections and marks a major political setback for Omo-Agege, who previously contested the APC governorship primaries in Delta State.
The results were officially declared by Barr. Nusa Amagbor, Secretary of the APC National Assembly Primary Committee, during a formal announcement held in the presence of committee member Abimbola Samuel Dart. Hon. Dr. Okiemute E. Benjamin, who led the collation of votes, confirmed the figures after a transparent and orderly process across all polling units in the senatorial zone. The overwhelming margin of victory underscores strong grassroots support for Dafinone within the APC structure in Delta Central.
Dafinone’s win is seen as a strategic boost for his re-election campaign, as he seeks to retain his seat in the Senate following his previous tenure representing the district. His campaign has focused on development, security, and economic empowerment, resonating with party members and local stakeholders. The primary result reflects the party’s internal dynamics, with Dafinone’s team having mobilized effectively across the district, particularly in areas where Omo-Agege once held influence.
Omo-Agege, a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and former Deputy Senate President, had hoped to reclaim political relevance through this primary. His loss, however, signals shifting alliances and voter sentiment within the APC in Delta State. Despite his national profile and past leadership roles, Omo-Agege struggled to gain traction in the primary, raising questions about his current political appeal within the party.
The APC’s primary process in Delta Central has been closely watched, given the district’s strategic importance in the state’s political landscape. With Dafinone now officially positioned as the party’s candidate, attention turns to the general elections in 2027, where he will face opposition from other parties. His victory sets the stage for a competitive race, as both the APC and opposition parties gear up for the next electoral cycle.
This primary outcome is likely to influence party dynamics and coalition-building in Delta State in the coming years. As Dafinone prepares for the next phase of his political journey, the results affirm his standing as a key player in the APC’s national and regional agenda.
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