Former Senate President, Senator David A. B. Mark, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after decades of loyalty, citing deepening divisions and leadership crises within the party. In a letter dated June 27, 2025, Mark expressed his disappointment with the party's current state, stating it has been reduced to a shadow of its former self.
Mark, who remained in the PDP despite its 2015 presidential election loss, claimed he had worked tirelessly to rebuild and reposition the party, but recent events have undone years of progress. Following consultations with family, friends, and associates, Mark announced his decision to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), where he has been appointed interim chairman.
This development marks a significant shift in Nigeria's political landscape, as Mark's departure from the PDP is expected to have far-reaching implications. The ADC's gain of a high-profile figure like Mark could potentially boost the party's fortunes in the near future.