Young Nigerians to play key roles in ADC agenda – Mark
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has pledged that the party will reject imposition, special privileges, and politics without accountability.
He said the ADC would stand as a principled, people-focused alternative for Nigeria’s disillusioned youth and progressives.
Mark, who was represented by Salihu Lukman, a former APC National Vice Chairman (North-West), spoke during the 2025 International Youth Day celebration organised by the ADC National Youth Wing in Abuja on Tuesday.
The event, themed ‘Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,’ brought together political figures, youth leaders, and campaigners for progressive change.
In his address, Mark said the new chapter of the ADC would be built on unity, courage, and service to the country.
“Under my leadership, ADC will be committed to genuine democratic values, rejecting imposition, special privileges, and politics without accountability. Internal democracy, transparency, and fairness will remain our guiding principles,” he said.
He stressed the party’s focus on youth inclusion, promising that 35% of leadership positions would be reserved for women and that Nigerians under 40 would also have significant roles.
“ADC is your home. We are opening the doors for the next generation, not as a gesture, but as a commitment,” he stated.
ADC National Youth Leader, Comrade Balarabe Rufa’i, urged Nigerian youths to take action and demand accountability from their leaders.
If we, the youth of Nigeria, cannot change our streets, we will never change our country. ADC is ready to give young Nigerians a seat at the table; not as decoration, but as decision-makers,” he declared.