Ibrahim Waheed removed as MDP deputy chair
Some party members have raised concerns over the agenda, including the absence of former President Mohamed Nasheed from the list of speakers.
The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has removed its Deputy Chairperson, Ibrahim Waheed, from his position.
The decision was communicated in a letter signed by Acting Chairperson Abdul Ghafoor Moosa on Tuesday. The letter did not state a reason for the removal.
The letter noted that approval from the party’s National Council was not required for the dismissal, and that the decision was made under Article 70 of the party’s charter.
The party also removed its Legal Director, Ahmed Mauroof, on the same day. The letter issued to Mauroof did not include reasons for the decision.
The changes follow internal discussions within the party regarding the agenda for a rally held at Artificial Beach.
Some party members have raised concerns over the agenda, including the absence of former President Mohamed Nasheed from the list of speakers.
Following these developments, calls have been made within the party for Ghafoor to step down. There have also been reports of a possible no-confidence motion.
No further details were provided regarding the decisions.
