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The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Delta State chapter, has condemned the “One Million Man March” organized by supporters of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, describing it as unlawful, unruly, and an invitation to political chaos.
Speaking to journalists in Asaba on Tuesday, IPAC Chairman, Prince Henry Eze, said the rally, which was held on Monday, August 25, 2025, was characterized by threats, intimidation, and inflammatory remarks that violated both the Electoral Act and the IPAC Code of Conduct.
Eze noted with concern that videos of supporters allegedly inciting violence have already begun circulating on social media, warning that such actions fall short of democratic standards and risk destabilizing Delta State.
“The march clearly preached violence. This is unacceptable and goes against everything democracy stands for. Delta State has a sitting Governor, and until the campaign season formally begins, all parties and politicians must respect the peace and stability of our polity,” he said.
He accused Omo-Agege’s supporters of “primitive displays of desperation and naked hunger for power,” stressing that such conduct threatens the peace currently being enjoyed in the state.
The IPAC Chairman further expressed worry over what he described as the silence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies, warning that their inaction could embolden lawlessness.
“The silence of INEC in the face of these violations is dangerous. Security agencies also looked the other way as political thugs paraded themselves under the guise of supporters. Such recklessness is capable of breaching the peace in Delta,” he cautioned.
Recalling that Omo-Agege allegedly made similar threats during the 2023 governorship election but failed to succeed, Eze said the senator’s current tactics suggested desperation ahead of the 2027 polls.
He called on President Bola Tinubu, INEC, and security agencies to immediately call Omo-Agege and his supporters to order to prevent a breakdown of law and order in the state.
“Let it be clear that Omo-Agege and his supporters do not have monopoly of violence. IPAC will not tolerate any attempt to truncate democracy or derail a peaceful transition in 2027,” he warned.
Reaffirming its commitment to peace and political harmony, IPAC declared that it would remain vigilant as the 2027 election approaches to ensure that all political actors abide by due process and democratic norms.
“IPAC’s ideals of peace, harmony, and good governance remain sacrosanct,” Eze said, stressing that any attempt to ignite political instability in Delta State would be resisted.
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