Nigeria, May 2 -- Delta State, long a crucible of Nigeria's complex political stage, stands on the cusp of a primary season that promises to redefine alliances, test loyalties, and expose the raw nerves of ambition within the All Progressives Congress (APC). The immediate past governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has thrown his hat into the ring for the Delta North senatorial seat, setting up a bruising contest against the incumbent, Senator Ned Nwoko. Across the aisle in Delta Central, former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has declared his intent to reclaim the seat he once held, only to face stiff resistance from the current occupant, Senator Ede Dafinone, who enjoys the tacit and overt backing of the state government machinery...