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The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has debunked reports alleging that its Interim National Chairman, David Mark, has resigned from his position.
The party described the claims as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by the National Chairman’s Media Office, the reports were dismissed as “an insidious fabrication” orchestrated by “puerile, weak and inconsiderate propagandists”.
The statement maintained that Mark remains the substantive National Chairman of the party, stressing that there is no plan or discussion regarding his resignation.
“The assertion that Senator David Mark has stepped down exists only in the warped imagination of those bent on spreading falsehood and creating confusion within our party,” the statement said.
It further noted that the party’s leadership remains united and committed to strengthening democratic principles and offering credible leadership to Nigerians.
The statement warned against attempts to destabilise the ADC, attributing such efforts to fears over the party’s rising influence and evolving political dynamics ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The ADC, its leadership, and the majority of Nigerians are unbending in their collective determination to resist any plot aimed at undermining Nigeria’s multi-party democracy or imposing a one-party system,” the statement added.
The party urged Nigerians to ignore the rumours and remain assured of stability in the leadership of the ADC.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to back anybody that emerges as the party’s presidential candidate.
Atiku said he would back the party’s presidential candidate even if the person is a youth.
Speaking in an interview with DW Hausa, Atiku also dismissed claims that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, could undermine the ADC, noting that the party has continued to attract members nationwide.
He said: “We will support and endorse whoever emerges as the flagbearer. How many are we (presidential aspirants), three or four? In the PDP, more than ten of us contested.
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“The youths have taken over the party. Most of those seeking elective positions, from councillor to State Assembly, National Assembly and House of Representatives, are young people. We have always said our party belongs to youths and women. Our role is to create the opportunity and hand it over to them.”
Asked if he would back a youth as presidential candidate if ADC presents one, Atiku said, “Yes, why not,”
“Allah has done everything for me. I have brought my sons and grandchildren home. What will be their future and that of their children?” he said.
The Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi State, loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, Mannasseh Marti, has dismissed concerns over an internal crisis, insisting that the party remains strong and well positioned to retain power in the 2027 governorship election.
Speaking on Friday amid speculation over a possible defection by Governor Bala Mohammed, the party spokesman said the PDP still enjoys the confidence of the people and has made significant impact in the state since 2019.
“Bauchi State is the home of PDP, and you can see from 2019 till date what the party has done. The masses are okay with us. They have confidence that this is the party that has raised hope and improved the standard of living, especially in Bauchi State,” he said.
The publicity secretary added that, contrary to claims of internal divisions, the PDP has resolved its challenges and is now focused on the 2027 elections.
“There is no more crisis. We now have a party that is free of litigation and ready to present candidates who can win in 2027. The masses and aspirants are aware that PDP is prepared to retain Government House,” he stated.
