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New ADC Faction Rejects David Mark-Led Coalition, Claims Party Leadership Legitimacy
A new faction within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has emerged, rejecting the coalition structure reportedly being led by former Senate President David Mark, deepening internal divisions within the party.
The faction, led by Don Norman Obinna, announced its position on Tuesday, insisting that it represents the authentic leadership of the party following what it described as the expiration of the tenure of the current national leadership.
Obinna and his supporters argued that the coalition being associated with David Mark lacks legitimacy, claiming it was formed without due constitutional backing from the party’s established structures.
They further maintained that the leadership tenure under Ralph Nwosu had already expired, insisting that any decisions taken under the previous arrangement are no longer binding on party members.
According to the faction, the ADC must return to its constitutional processes, warning that continued reliance on the disputed coalition could deepen internal instability ahead of future political engagements.
The group also accused the coalition leaders of sidelining key stakeholders within the party, claiming that consultations were neither inclusive nor transparent.
In response, the Obinna-led faction said it was mobilising across state chapters to reclaim what it described as the “original mandate” of the party’s founding framework.
Political observers note that the development adds a new layer of tension within the ADC, which has in recent times faced struggles over leadership direction and alliances.
Analysts also warn that the emerging dispute could affect the party’s ability to negotiate or align with broader opposition coalitions ahead of future elections.
As the situation develops, stakeholders within the ADC are being urged to seek internal reconciliation mechanisms to prevent a full-scale split that could weaken the party’s national structure.
