David Mark Emerges Interim ADC Chairman, Set for Official Unveiling In Abuja

In a strategic move poised to reshape Nigeria’s opposition landscape, former Senate President David Mark has been appointed as the Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), with an official unveiling slated for next Wednesday in Abuja.

This appointment comes at a pivotal moment, as opposition forces consolidate ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Mark, a retired Brigadier General and Nigeria’s longest-serving Senate President, promises to bring decades of political and administrative experience to his new role.

His leadership is expected to inject renewed vigor into the ADC, which has recently been at the center of coalition talks among major opposition figures.

According to political pundits, what sets this development apart is Mark’s recent role as chairman of the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG).

NOCG is a body instrumental in the formation of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), a new political platform currently seeking registration with INEC.

While Mark was previously linked to the ADA’s coalition efforts, his move to the ADC signals a tactical realignment, possibly aimed at uniting fragmented opposition blocs under a more established party structure.

Party insiders revealed that Mark’s appointment is not merely ceremonial.

He is expected to lead a comprehensive restructuring of the ADC’s internal organs, repositioning the party as a credible alternative ahead of the next electoral cycle.

Sources close to the new chairman indicate that his immediate priorities include fostering unity among opposition parties, strengthening the ADC’s grassroots presence, and leveraging his extensive network to attract high-profile defectors.

Political analysts note that Mark’s emergence could serve as a rallying point for opposition leaders previously engaged in coalition talks.

This includes former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Labour Party candidate Peter Obi.

Both of them have been in discussions about forming a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Mark’s reputation for consensus-building and his North-Central roots may also help bridge longstanding regional divides within the opposition.

As the political climate heats up, all eyes will be on Abuja next Wednesday, where Mark’s official unveiling is expected to draw key stakeholders.

It is also expected to set the tone for a new phase in Nigeria’s opposition politics.

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