The political landscape in Delta State just witnessed a massive shakeup! The All Progressives Congress (APC) Senatorial primary elections wrapped up on Monday, delivering some stunning landslide victories and setting the stage for the 2027 general elections.

Using the direct primary system under Option A4, party faithful turned out en masse across the state for an exercise widely described as peaceful, transparent, and highly credible.

Here is a breakdown of how the dramatic night unfolded across the three senatorial districts.

🛑 Delta Central: Dafinone Crushes Omo-Agege in Stunning Landslide

In what can only be described as a political heavyweight clash, incumbent Senator Ede Dafinone secured a massive victory to retain his ticket for Delta Central.

Dafinone completely dominated the polls, defeating the former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, by an overwhelming margin.

  • Senator Ede Dafinone: 116,252 votes 🏆

  • Senator Ovie Omo-Agege: 3,643 votes

Announcing the official results, Barr. Nusa Amagbor, Secretary of the APC National Assembly Primary Committee, declared Dafinone the winner after satisfying all party requirements.

🤝 An Olive Branch Extended

Speaking amidst wild celebrations, a grateful Senator Dafinone praised the transparency of the process and immediately extended a hand of fellowship to his opponent:

"I want to use this opportunity to thank all those who supported me... I will also take this opportunity to call on Distinguished Senator Ovie Omo-Agege to join forces with other members of our party so that we can work together for victory in 2027 across all positions."

🟢 Delta North: Okowa Triumphs Over Ned Nwoko

The drama was equally intense in Delta North, where Senator Ifeanyi Okowa secured a resounding victory, unseating the incumbent Senator, Ned Nwoko, in a blowout fashion.

The Returning Officer, Mr. Eugene Odo, officially declared Okowa the winner after a lopsided vote count:

Candidate Votes Received
Senator Ifeanyi Okowa 🏆 113,309
Senator Ned Nwoko 2,612
Mariam Ali 40

🔵 Delta South: Joel-Onowakpo Maintains Early Lead

While official declarations are still pending for Delta South, incumbent Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas is comfortably cruising ahead.

Early collated results monitored by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials show Joel-Onowakpo leading in six out of the eight Local Government Areas in the senatorial district.

📝 The Takeaway

The APC in Delta State has made a loud statement with this primary. With heavyweights locked in and unity being preached right out of the gate, the road to 2027 in Delta State is officially heating up.

What are your thoughts on these primary results? Do you think the APC can carry this momentum into the general elections? Let us know in the comments below! 👇