Senate President Godswill Akpabio has mounted a firm defense of the National Assembly’s decision to excise the mandatory “real-time” election result transmission clause from the latest amendments to the Electoral Act. Speaking during a high-stakes legislative session, Akpabio argued that the removal was a move toward “operational realism,” citing Nigeria’s current “digital divide” and the […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has promised Persons With Disability (PWDs) of promotion bent positions in its administration across the country starting from 2027. This is as the party joined the global community in commemorating the International Day for Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), marked this year under the theme “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged Nigerians and the international community to disregard a so-called “new party headquarters” inaugurated by a faction led by former Senate President, David Mark. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged Nigerians and the international community to disregard a so-called “new party headquarters” inaugurated by a faction led by […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has clarified insinuation that the Federal High Court in Abuja issued an order restraining Senator David Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola from acting as the party’s National Chairman and National Secretary. The party said in its ruling on September 4, 2025, presided over by Hon. Justice Emeka Nwite, the court […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has debunked reports claiming that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) refused to recognise the party’s new leadership. Bolaji Abdullahi, interim National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, dismissed the reports as false on his official X handle on Wednesday, stating that INEC had not rejected the leadership of Senator David […]
David Mark, former senate president, has officially taken over as national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), promising sweeping reforms to rebuild the party and end internal imposition. Mark was inaugurated on Tuesday at the ADC’s 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held at the Chelsea Hotel in Abuja. His emergence marked the end […]
Ralph Nwosu, former national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), says the party has recorded over three million dues-paying members just days after unveiling a new leadership structure. Nwosu described the surge in membership as evidence that Nigerians are embracing ADC as a rescue vehicle to revive democracy and rebuild the country. He spoke […]
Salihu Lukman, former national vice chairman (north-west) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has warned the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) against godfatherism and internal manipulation ahead of the 2027 general election. Lukman, a leading figure in the coalition that birthed the new ADC, said some party actors are already behaving […]
David Mark, former Senate president and interim national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), says northerners must take responsibility for the crises plaguing the region instead of shifting blame. Delivering the keynote address at the 3rd plenary session of the Northern Political Consultative Group in Abuja on Saturday, Mark said the region—though rich in […]
…as Atiku, Obi, El- Rufai, Amaechi Others Unveil Opposition Platform By Tunde Opalana The Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Party (ADC), Senator David Mark on Wednesday explained why the National Coalition of Political Opposition Movement in Nigeria adopted the ADC as a chosen platform ahead of the 2027 general election. The former Senate […]
BY PATRICK WEMAMBU Late ex-Minister of Education, Professor Jubril Aminu who died recently, has been described as a respected elder statesman and a true pathfinder who will be sorely missed. Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark made the remarks yesterday. In his heartfelt tribute made available to The Sunday Times, Senator Mark explained […]
Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, has described the demise of General Godwin Osagie Abbe as the fall of an Iroko, a fallen hero that has left a yawning vacuum in the Nigerian state. Senator Mark said General Abbe was an uncommon patriot who gave his all both as an officer in the […]
By Haruna Salami Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has sent a message of condolence to his successor Senator Bukola Saraki over the death of his mother Madam Florence Morenike Saraki. Senator Mark in the condolence message described late Madam Saraki as an ideal mother who was noble in words and deeds. In […]
By Tunde Opalana President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan has describes his predecessor, Senator David Mark as a statesman whose exemplary leadership and integrity were instrumental to shaping the course of the nation’s history. Lawan said this in a birthday message to celebrate Mark’s 76th birthday anniversary on Monday. He recalls that the […]
….. describes him as a worthy successor By Tunde Opalana Former President of the Senate , Senator David Mark has praised the new Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Abba Moro (PDP Benue South). Abba Moro who succeeded Senator Mark in the Senate emerged Minority Leader at the resumed plenary session yesterday following the exit […]
By Henry Omunu Former President of the Senate, David Mark has urged the political class to review the underlying concerns of Nigerians believed to be aggravating agitations, ethno-religious conflicts and insecurity. Such concerns, he pointed out, include restructuring, unemployment, income inequalities, imbalance in the distribution of social amenities, perceived marginalization and inadequate infrastructures among others. […]
Former Senate President David Mark, on Sunday, described former military President General Ibrahim Babangida as an inspirational leader. Mark, in a message to congratulate Babangida, who turns 79 on Monday, August 17, said that the former military leader had stimulated many Nigerians to the peak of their careers through good leadership. READ ALSO: IBB calls […]
Former Senate President, David Mark, has described the demise of former Commissioner of Police in Lagos state, Alhaji Abubakar Tsav, as sad and devastating. Mark, in a statement on Tuesday, signed by Paul Mumeh, his media aide, said that the death of Tsav was a great loss to Benue state and indeed, Nigeria. He said […]
Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, has described the Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, as an uncommon political leader and a man of the people. Paying glowing tribute to the governor who turned 59 today, Senator Mark noted that Ortom is a brave soldier and political tactician who knows the roadmap and […]
Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has urged Nigerians to join forces with State and Federal Governments in the total battle against the dreaded decease called Coronavirus code named COVID-19. Senator Mark said the unabating spread of the virus reinforces the urgent need for all citizens to comply with the Stay-at-home Order including […]