Nigeria’s African Democratic Congress (ADC) has pledged to redefine politics in the country by focusing on building a lasting legacy rather than merely contesting for power in 2027.
Senator David Mark, the party’s National Chairman and former President of the Senate, made the declaration during the ADC National Working Committee’s inaugural meeting in Abuja.
“Our mission is larger than an election cycle. We are here to build an institution that future generations will be proud of. Failure is not an option,” he said.
Mark described the party as pan-African, people-oriented and responsive to social needs, promising inclusion for workers, women, young people, farmers, professionals, persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups.
He also unveiled a new blueprint centred on citizens-first governance, respect for rules over personalities, open and audited party systems, and a merit-driven culture. The ADC, he added, would field only candidates who embody the party’s four values—character, competence, courage and discipline.
Among the committee’s immediate tasks, according to Mark, are revising the party constitution, drafting a code of ethics, building functional grassroots structures and establishing a leadership academy.
Looking ahead, he promised that if the ADC comes to power, it would stabilise the economy, expand electricity generation, and strengthen food security through investment in farmers and agricultural value chains.
