By Tony Okafor, Awka
In a major political shift, former Senate President Senator David Mark has been appointed as the Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC)—a strategic move aimed at repositioning the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development marks the end of an era for Chief Okey Ralph Nwosu, founding member and long-serving national chairman of the party, who has led the ADC through its formative years and various electoral cycles.
Senator Mark, a seasoned statesman and respected political figure, is expected to bring a wealth of experience, credibility, and renewed direction to the party’s leadership. His appointment signals the ADC’s readiness to play a more prominent role in shaping the future of Nigeria’s democracy.
The official unveiling of Senator Mark as chairman is scheduled for Wednesday next week in Abuja, with party stakeholders, national executives, and members of the media expected to be in attendance.
Reacting to the development, Chief Nwosu neither confirmed nor denied Mark’s appointment but acknowledged that the ADC is currently undergoing a leadership transition. He assured that the party would issue an official statement in the coming days to clarify its new leadership structure.
Nwosu also lauded Senator Mark’s record of service, describing him as a patriotic figure capable of bringing focus and stability to the ADC as it works to reposition itself as a credible platform for visionary leadership.
Despite his new role, Senator Mark remains a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and has yet to formally announce a switch to the ADC. His involvement comes as opposition parties intensify coalition talks aimed at mounting a formidable challenge to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election.
