The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to uphold the principles of impartiality and transparency in the conduct of the upcoming by-elections on saturday. The call was made by the party’s acting national chairman, Sen. David Mark, in a goodwill message to the ADC candidates.
Mark, a former president of the Senate, urged INEC to conduct a process that would restore public trust in the electoral system. In the statement, he stressed the need for a truly free, fair, and credible election, reminding the commission that “all eyes are on the commission” to correct past errors and demonstrate its commitment to a robust democracy.
The ADC chairman’s message comes as INEC prepares to conduct several by-elections, including for senatorial, house of representatives, and state houses of assembly seats. The integrity of these polls is being viewed as a critical test of the nation’s electoral framework and a vital step toward rebuilding confidence in the democratic process.
Mark also called on security agencies to guarantee a level playing field for all participants, ensuring that the will of the people was allowed to prevail without interference.
Mark commended ADC candidates for their courage and dedication, urging them and their supporters to comply with electoral laws while remaining vigilant against manipulation or intimidation.
Describing the ADC as a “child of necessity” born out of the genuine desire to offer Nigerians an alternative and better governance, Mark appealed to the electorate to give the party an opportunity to prove its worth.
He noted that the ADC would field candidates in Senatorial, House of Representatives, and State Houses of Assembly bye-elections in Anambra, Edo, Oyo, Taraba, Adamawa, Kaduna, Zamfara, Kano, Niger, and Ogun States.
