THE National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark has urged Nigerians to rise and protect their votes ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Mark made the call in Osogbo, Osun State, while handing over the party’s flag to the ADC governorship candidate, Hon. Najeem Salaam, ahead of the state election next Saturday.

He charged Nigerians, particularly ADC supporters, to remain vigilant and resist any attempt to manipulate the electoral process or subvert the will of the people.

“You must not allow yourselves to be rigged out of this election. You have demonstrated your ability, capacity and determination to win this election.

“You must therefore prepare to defend the votes you cast. Don’t allow your votes to be taken away from you.”

The ADC National Chairman urged party supporters to remain committed, organised and determined as the party intensifies its mobilisation ahead of the elections.

Also speaking, the ADC Presidential Candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, assured Nigerians that some of the country’s finest political leaders and professionals are now gathered under the platform of the ADC.

He said the party, if given the opportunity to govern Nigeria, possesses the capacity, competence and vision required to transform the country and improve the welfare of its citizens.