{"id":173044,"date":"2025-08-08T18:42:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T17:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/adc-faction-rejects-david-mark-new-chairman-election"},"modified":"2025-08-08T19:44:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T18:44:30","slug":"adc-faction-rejects-david-mark-new-chairman-election","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/parties\/adc-faction-rejects-david-mark-new-chairman-election","title":{"rendered":"ADC Faction Rejects David Mark New Chairman Election"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>A faction of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has dismissed recent claims to its leadership by former Senate President David Mark and his associates in the opposition coalition.<\/p>\n

The ADC faction said it is making the clarification following the resignation of Chief Ralph Nwosu as National Chairman, a move which the party says has triggered a constitutional process for appointing his successor.<\/p>\n

In a statement signed by Dr. Aminu Sani Alhassan, Special Assistant (Public Affairs) to the factional Interim National Chairman, Nafiu Bala, the ADC faction stressed that only bonafide members of the party can aspire to leadership positions.<\/p>\n

The statement said: \u201cIn light of the resignation of Chief Ralph Nwosu, it has come to our attention that certain individuals, notably David Mark and his associates, have attempted to assert claims of leadership that are not only unfounded but also contrary to the principles and constitution of our party.<\/p>\n

\u201cFirst and foremost, it is essential to clarify that the resignation of Chief Ralph Nwosu did not create a free-for-all scenario within the ADC. Instead, it has opened a necessary dialogue regarding the future of our leadership, a dialogue that must be conducted within the framework established by our party\u2019s constitution.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe ADC\u2019s constitution is unequivocal in stipulating that any individual seeking to assume a leadership role must first be a bona fide member of the party. This fundamental requirement cannot be overlooked or circumvented by any means.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn accordance with the ADC\u2019s constitution, the appropriate procedure for filling the leadership vacuum left by Chief Nwosu\u2019s departure is through a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting.\u201d<\/p>\n

The statement reaffirmed Nafiu Bala as the party\u2019s legitimate national chairman and called on members to remain calm and united.<\/p>\n

It also expressed confidence in INEC\u2019s ability to uphold constitutional and democratic norms in political party affairs.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis meeting will serve as the legitimate forum for deliberating on the way forward and will be followed by ratification at subsequent levels of party convention. It is here that we will ensure that our party\u2019s leadership is determined by those who are genuinely committed to the ideals and objectives of the ADC.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe would like to emphasize that there is no provision in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regulations, the Federal Constitution, or the ADC\u2019s constitution that permits an individual to assume leadership without fulfilling the requisite criteria of membership and democratic process.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe actions being taken by David Mark and his cohort are not only a misinterpretation of our party\u2019s governance structure but also a blatant disregard for the democratic principles that the ADC stands for.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo our loyal and dedicated members, we urge you to remain calm and focused during this time of transition. The progress we have made as a party is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our genuine members.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe must not allow ourselves to be distracted or disheartened by the antics of those who seek to disrupt our unity and progress. The ADC is a party built on the foundations of integrity, accountability, and democratic values, and we must collectively uphold these principles.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we navigate this period, we also wish to reaffirm our confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). We trust in its commitment to upholding constitutionalism and ensuring that the democratic processes within political parties are respected and adhered to. The ADC remains dedicated to collaborating with INEC to foster a political environment that is conducive to fair play and democratic engagement.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn conclusion, we stand firmly behind Alhaji Nafiu as the legitimate National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress. His leadership will be instrumental in guiding our party through this transitional phase, and we are confident that he will uphold the values that our members hold dear. We call on all genuine members of the ADC to rally behind Alhaji Nafiu and to work collectively towards the betterment of our party and the communities we serve,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Nigeria. A faction of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has dismissed recent claims to its leadership by former Senate President David Mark and his associates in the opposition coalition. 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