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Nigeria’s democracy at risk, David Mark warns at ADC Convention

Nigeria’s democracy at risk, David Mark warns at ADC Convention

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Akinbayo Wahab
Published on 2026-04-14 18:00:57

By Luminous Jannamike

ABUJA — Nigeria’s democracy is under growing strain and must be defended, former Senate President David Mark warned on Tuesday, as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) opened its national convention amid complaints of political pressure and institutional interference.

What began as a routine party convention quickly turned into a broader political moment, drawing opposition figures and supporters into a show of resolve amid concerns that the democratic space is tightening and that unity is becoming urgent.

Speaking at the event, Mark, now National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, delivered a message that blended warning, defiance and a call for opposition leaders to come together across…

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