After 10 Years, Ex-Delta Speaker Resigns From APC

Former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Victor Ochei, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Naija News reports that Ochei confirmed his resignation in a letter dated May 8, 2026, addressed to the APC Ward 4 chairman in Onicha-Olona, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State.

The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by his media aide, Austin Edemodu.

According to Ochei, his decision to leave the ruling party came after careful reflection and consultations.

The former lawmaker said he joined the APC in 2016 and contributed significantly to the party’s expansion and grassroots mobilisation in Delta State.

“Together with many committed party faithfuls, we expanded the party’s reach, deepened its structures, mobilised support across communities, and worked tirelessly to give the party relevance and visibility within our political environment,” he said.

Ochei explained that he decided to resign in order to continue pursuing his political convictions and vision for public service.

“It is in recognition of this need for broader growth and the continuation of my political convictions that I have chosen to chart a new course,” he stated.

The former Speaker stressed that his resignation was not motivated by bitterness or resentment toward any individual within the APC.

He also urged his supporters and political associates to remain peaceful and committed to democratic principles.

Ochei did not disclose the political platform he intends to join after leaving the APC.