Former Senate President of Nigeria, David Mark and one of the founding members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially resigned the party.
His resignation came shortly after he was appointed among the interim leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which has been adopted by a coalition of opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Mark, who played key roles in shaping the PDP during his time, announced that he was leaving the party due to ongoing internal conflicts.
He said the persistent leadership issues and unresolved divisions had weakened the PDP and damaged its image.
In a letter dated June 27, he informed his ward in Otukpo, Benue State, about his decision to withdraw from the party.
He noted that he had remained loyal to the PDP even when others left, especially after the 2015 presidential loss, but could no longer continue due to the current state of the party.
After holding discussions with his family and political allies, Mark decided to join the new coalition, which he described as a fresh effort to protect democracy and provide Nigerians with a better political option.
The coalition, which aims to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), recently chose the ADC as its platform.
As part of the new structure, Mark was named interim national chairman, while former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola was appointed as secretary.
