Delta: We Slept as PDP, We Woke Up as APC, I Am Not Going to Be Part of Political Migration – According to Ojei

Former Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor, Victor Ojei, has shed light on the reasons behind his resignation, stating that his decision was driven by a sense of duty to the people rather than political affiliations. In an interview with TVC, Ojei expressed his disappointment over what he described as a deviation from the promises made during the election campaign.

According to Ojei, the administration had assured the people of Delta State of meaningful development, opportunities for all, realistic reforms, and improved security. However, he noted that the reality on the ground did not align with those promises.’We campaigned that we were going to protect them, speak for them, and be their voice. But today, as I speak, armed robbery is on the increase, kidnapping is on the rise, and a lot of crises are ongoing in the state,” he stated.

He criticized the leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, arguing that security concerns had not received the attention they deserved. Ojei described the recent defection of the state governor and his team from PDP to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a “politics of betrayal”, stating that the people of Delta were not consulted.

Ojei emphasized that his allegiance lies with the people of Delta, not political figures. He rejected the idea of switching parties for personal gain, making it clear that his resignation was a stand against what he saw as political self-interest. “We slept as PDP, we woke up as APC. I am not going to be part of political migration for political gain,” he asserted.

Addressing questions about the timing of his resignation—given that he had served in government for nearly two years—Ojei defended his record, saying that he had consistently spoken out about governance issues even before his appointment. He pointed to his work as a sociopolitical activist, noting that he had been vocal about security challenges in Delta State for over a year.

To support his claims, he highlighted his involvement in setting up the Save the ATSA Platform, a collaborative security initiative involving the police, DSS, Hunters Association, Civil Defence, and vigilante groups. According to him, this platform was established to bridge the gap in security efforts, given the lack of adequate support for law enforcement in the state.

Despite facing threats and pressure, Ojei maintained that he remained steadfast in his advocacy. “I always stood on the side of the people. Go to my page, you will see my advocacies for over a year. I am a sociopolitical activist, not a career politician,” he affirmed.

With his resignation, Ojei has made it clear that his priority remains the people of Delta State. His decision, he insists, is not about politics—it’s about standing firm on principles.