In a dramatic political shift, former Senate President and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), David Mark, has officially resigned from the party, ending a decades-long association that once saw him vow to be the “last man standing.”
Mark’s resignation, dated June 27, comes amid escalating leadership crises within the PDP, which he described as “irreconcilable” and damaging to the party’s image.
In his resignation letter, the former Senate President expressed deep disappointment over what he called the party’s descent into chaos, stating that the PDP has become “a shadow of its former self” and an object of public ridicule.
“For years, I remained loyal to the PDP, even when others jumped ship after our 2015 loss. I stayed, worked to rebuild and reconcile, and helped return the party to national relevance,” Mark wrote. “But recent events have shown that the soul of the party is no longer what it used to be.”
His exit follows his appointment as one of the interim leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), now part of a wider coalition of opposition parties positioning for the 2027 elections.
Mark said his decision was reached after consultations with his family and political allies.
“I am joining the National Coalition of Political Opposition Movement in Nigeria to help rescue the country and protect our hard-earned democracy,” he said.
Mark’s departure marks a significant blow to the PDP’s legacy, as he was not only a stabilizing figure but also one of the few remaining original architects of the party still actively involved in its affairs.
His move could signal a broader realignment ahead of the next general elections.