ADC's David Mark Vows to Defend Democracy at Convention

At the national convention of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) held in Abuja, David Mark, the party's chairman, declared the ADC's readiness to defend democracy in Nigeria. He accused power forces of attempting to frustrate the party's growth and silence opposition voices.

Mark stated that the ADC would resist any moves aimed at undermining Nigeria's democracy, particularly in light of recent actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) that raised concerns about the integrity of the democratic process. He highlighted the importance of the ADC's role in the political landscape, asserting that the party represents an unyielding survival of opposition democracy.

Mark warned that the stakes extend beyond partisan politics, emphasizing that the survival of democracy itself is at risk. He urged members to stand firm as the nation approaches the 2026 national elections, asserting that the ADC will not yield to tyranny.