The nationwide chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, Monday formally welcomed former Kano state governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and his supporters into the occasion, describing the event as a major second for Nigeria’s democracy.
In an announcement issued Monday, Mark stated Kwankwaso’s entry into the ADC, alongside “thousands and thousands of supporters,” represents a deliberate transfer by opposition leaders to unite and strengthen democratic participation within the nation.
He stated the event indicators a collective response to calls by Nigerians for a cohesive opposition able to safeguarding the nation’s democratic system.
Mark criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), alleging that its actions pose a threat to multiparty democracy and warning towards what he describes as makes an attempt to weaken opposition voices and focus energy.
He stated the ADC’s rising coalition displays a dedication to making sure that Nigerians retain the proper to decide on their leaders by way of an open and aggressive political system.
“The way forward for Nigeria can’t be constructed by way of domination; it have to be constructed by way of participation,” he said, including that management have to be earned by way of public belief somewhat than management.
He additional described the ADC as a “rallying level of a brand new nationwide motion” targeted on inclusion, accountability, and people-centred governance.
He referred to as on Nigerians throughout ethnic, spiritual, and political divides to affix the occasion’s motion, stating the necessity for unity in addressing nationwide challenges.
The ADC chairman additionally prolonged an invite to different political events, civil society organisations and youth {groups} to kind a broad coalition geared toward strengthening democracy and enhancing governance.