Omo-Agege, who is seeking to reclaim the Delta Central senatorial seat under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), made the remarks during a political gathering in his constituency.
“I want to make the news again. Anybody who rigs the election on that day, we will kill him! If you don’t value your life, come and rig the election,” he said.
The former senator further accused those allegedly planning to manipulate the election of undermining the future of Nigerians and their children. He warned that he would not rely on the courts to challenge any alleged electoral malpractice.
“They’re rigging your future. They’re rigging the future of your children. We’re waiting for them. Let them try it. It is rig and die. We’re going to give them aura for aura. There’s no court this time. We’re going to fight,” Omo-Agege added.
His comments have raised concerns about the tone of political campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections, particularly calls that could be interpreted as encouraging violence in response to alleged electoral fraud.
Omo-Agege declared his intention to contest the Delta Central senatorial seat in May after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a resignation letter dated May 22 and addressed to the APC chairman in Orogun Ward 2, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, he said his decision followed weeks of consultations with political associates, supporters and stakeholders across the country.
His latest remarks come amid renewed emphasis by the Federal Government on the need for peaceful, free, fair and credible elections in 2027.
About a week before Omo-Agege’s statement, President Bola Tinubu reportedly directed security agencies to ensure that the forthcoming general election was conducted credibly and that Nigerians could exercise their democratic rights without intimidation.
The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, disclosed the presidential directive while briefing State House correspondents after a meeting of the National Security Council presided over by Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Musa said the president had instructed security agencies to provide a safe environment for voters, irrespective of their political affiliations.
“You can see all heads of security agencies are here. We had an intensive discussion, and Mr President made it very clear he wants a free, fair and credible election,” the minister said.
He added that security agencies would remain neutral and ensure that all political parties had equal opportunities to participate in the electoral process without intimidation.
“For all other political parties, they should understand that the security forces are going to be neutral. We are going to ensure that we give everybody the opportunity to go and serve, so they have nothing to worry about, nothing to be afraid of, and nobody is going to intimidate them for whatever reasons,” Musa said.
Omo-Agege’s comments place renewed attention on the responsibility of political leaders to discourage violence and promote lawful responses to electoral disputes.
While electoral manipulation and irregularities remain concerns frequently raised by political actors, allegations must be addressed through evidence, credible investigations and established legal procedures.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, political parties and other stakeholders are expected to play key roles in protecting the integrity of the 2027 elections.
Omo-Agege had not, in the remarks quoted, provided evidence to substantiate his allegation that election rigging was being planned. His threat to kill alleged offenders also underscores the importance of ensuring that political disagreements do not escalate into violence.
As preparations for the 2027 general election gather momentum, the conduct and statements of political candidates are likely to remain under public scrutiny, particularly where they concern electoral integrity, public safety and the peaceful transfer of political power.
