The race of his life: An introduction to the Maldives’ latest presidential hopeful
Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has never sought the spotlight or headlines.
02 Jul 2018, 9:00 AM
Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has been chosen as the presidential candidate for the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party ahead of this September’s election. Here is an introduction to the veteran lawmaker, who is facing the biggest political race of his life.
Who is he?
Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, popularly known as Ibu, is in his fifties and comes from Hinnavaru, Lhaviyani atoll. He is one of 13 children and married to Fazna Ahmed. They have a daughter, 23-year-old Sarah, and a son, 21-year-old Yaman.
Ibu’s wife is the first cousin of former president Mohamed Nasheed as her mother and his father are siblings. Ibu and Nasheed’s friendship has always been described as a strong one, with Ibu calling it a 40-year relationship.
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