Deputy Senate President and Delta All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, and the Delta APC Campaign Council, have put their ongoing campaigns on hold indefinitely following the death of some APC members in a boat accident.

The boat accident occurred as the party members returned from the rally in Okerenkoko, Warri South West Local Government Area, on Tuesday, 20th December, 2022.

A news release made available to The Guardian read: “Information at our disposal indicates that a commercial boat traveling in the opposite direction rammed into the boat carrying our supporters, and that two persons lost their lives, three are missing, and seven others are in hospital receiving treatment from injuries sustained in the accident.

“We are shocked by this tragedy, and our hearts are heavy. Our prayers and thoughts are with the victims and their families. This is one tragedy too many, and our party is officially in mourning.

“We are currently working with the relevant authorities and communities to search for the missing. We are also in the process of reaching out to the families and loved ones of those that lost their lives, while ensuring that the injured receive the best care possible.

“In honour of the dead, missing and injured, we have decided to indefinitely suspend all further campaigns. The Campaign Council will advise on next steps in the coming days and weeks.

“Once again, we express our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, and pray that the Almighty comforts and gives them fortitude in these trying times.”
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