The national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, on Monday formally received a former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, into the party following his registration as a member.

Kwankwaso was registered at his Miller Road residence in Kano, where he was issued membership number 000201 by the state chairman of the party, signalling his official defection to the ADC.

Mark, while welcoming the former governor and his supporters, described the development as a significant moment in Nigeria's democratic journey, noting that it underscored ongoing efforts to build a united opposition front.

According to him, Kwankwaso's entry into the ADC reflects a growing consensus among opposition leaders to work together in safeguarding the country's multiparty democracy.

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He alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was undermining democratic ideals, warning against what he termed attempts to weaken opposition voices in the country.

"Your coming to the ADC is not merely a political move but a response to the call by Nigerians for unity among opposition leaders," Mark said.

In his remarks, Kwankwaso described the occasion as historic and thanked the party leadership for the reception. He urged his supporters nationwide to register with the ADC and also obtain their Permanent Voter Cards through the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of future elections.

He said, "Registration in the party is only part of the process. Nigerians must also register to vote in order to bring about the desired change," he noted.

The event was attended by several political figures, including former APC National Chairman, John Odigie-Oyegun; ex-Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal; former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha; and a former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, among others.