Ibrahim Mohamed Solih declared MDP’s alternative candidate
The veteran lawmaker was appointed in a unanimous decision by 791 delegates at the MDP’s congress.
30 Jun 2018, 9:00 AM
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party has declared Ibrahim Mohamed Solih as its alternative candidate after former president Mohamed Nasheed relinquished the party’s ticket.
Ibu, as the veteran lawmaker is popularly known, was appointed Saturday in a unanimous decision by 791 delegates at the MDP’s national congress on Ukulhas island.
Delegates voted 611-3 to amend MDP’s governing statutes to authorise either the congress or national council to appoint a replacement if a primary winner is unable to contest for any reason.
The MP for Hinnavaru becomes the common candidate of the opposition coalition, which announced Friday night that it will field the new MDP presidential candidate with a running mate from the Jumhooree Party.
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