The African Democratic Congress (ADC) today, Monday 17th November 2025 opened its new national secretariat in Abuja, with the National Chairman of the party, David Mark, describing the development as “a defining moment” for both the ADC and Nigeria’s democratic future.
Mark said the commissioning of the four-level complex marks far more than a physical relocation, noting that it represents the beginning of a disciplined, visionary and people-driven political movement.
“This unveiling signals the emergence of a stronger, more organised and more accountable political force. It will no longer be business as usual,” he said.
According to him, the new headquarters will serve as the party’s operational nerve centre where strategies will be crafted, ideas refined and future leaders groomed. He added that the facility will drive the ADC’s efforts to strengthen institutions, uplift communities and defend democratic values across the country.
Calling for unity and discipline within the party, Mark declared that the era of internal divisions was over.
“Let today symbolise the rise of a more people-oriented party with one agenda: to serve Nigeria and its people,” he said.
The event, held in the heart of the Federal Capital Territory, drew prominent political figures including former governors Rotimi Amaechi, Nasir El-Rufai, Prof. Oserheimen Osunbor, and former Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola, who serves as the party’s National Secretary. Also in attendance were former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, Hajiya Naja’atu Mohammed, members of the National Executive Committee, and former National Chairman Ralph Nwosu.
Speaking to journalists after the ceremony, National Publicity Secretary, Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, clarified that the ADC’s presidential ticket remains open to all eligible aspirants, insisting that no individual has been pre-selected or guaranteed the party’s nomination.
He noted that the attendance of multiple potential presidential hopefuls at the event underscored the growing national interest in the party and demonstrated that its direction was not tied to any single personality.
Abdullahi also confirmed that the party would soon commence nationwide membership registration and validation. He said that waivers earlier granted to prominent political figures among them former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai to regularise their membership remain valid.
On the party’s performance in the recent Anambra governorship election, Abdullahi said the outcome did not reflect the ADC’s national strength, explaining that Anambra’s unique political landscape and pre-existing alliances shaped the final result.
He added that Nigerians are increasingly seeking a credible alternative to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), and that the ADC is positioning itself as the viable option, while remaining open to strategic alliances.
Addressing internal matters, Abdullahi acknowledged that while differences of interest exist within the party, disputes have been kept minimal through a strong commitment to fairness and justice. He further stated that legacy state chairmen remain in office as earlier assured, and that several state chapters have already begun setting up transition committees ahead of congresses scheduled for February.