David Mark Urges Opposition Leaders To Resist Temptations Of Petty Partisanship, Selfish Ambitions

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has called on leaders within the party and across the opposition to resist divisive tendencies and remain committed to national interest.

Speaking at the National Opposition Summit in Ibadan, Oyo State, the former Senate President urged political actors to rise above personal ambitions and work collectively to strengthen Nigeria’s democracy.

“Leaders of our parties, let it be said loud and clear that at a defining moment in our history, when Nigeria stood at the edge of uncertainty, we did not falter. We did not allow personal ambition to override the desire of Nigerians for a better life. We did not collapse under the temptation of petty partisanship or self-satisfying ambitions. Instead, we chose unity over division, sacrifice over self, and country above all,” he said.

Mark stressed the significance of the summit, describing it as a potential turning point in the nation’s political trajectory.

“Let this summit go down in history as the moment when everything changed. Let this be the beginning of a decisive movement, a movement that will restore the dignity of our democracy, secure the lives of our people, and rebuild the foundations of our nation.”

He expressed optimism that a united opposition, driven by discipline and sincerity, could overcome challenges and deliver meaningful change for Nigerians.

“I am very confident that if we stand together with conviction, discipline, and sincerity, no force will be strong enough to stop the will of the Nigerian people. May history remember us for our courage, our sacrifice and our resolve to save our democracy and our country. May it record that when Nigeria called, we answered with unwavering commitment; when our people needed us, we did not falter and we did not fail them.”