Gasim contests to defend JP leader post; wife for deputy

Apart from Nahula, many others have applied for the position.

18 February 2023

Ex-home minister announces presidential bid

Meanwhile, it is being rumoured that JP leader Qasim Ibrahim is also likely to contest the elections.

4 February 2023

Nasheed says 2023 golden opportunity for Gasim to win presidency

During MDP’s first term, Nasheed came to power as part of a coalition led by the Jumhooree Party with the help of Gasim.

9 February 2023

Gasim denies running mate talks with Nasheed

"I am yet to decide," he said when asked if he would contest the elections separately.

1 March 2023

Drug regulation violates constitutional authority: Gasim

"If this kind of thing happens within a community, then the destruction of the place is either very close or is already damaged."

13 February 2023

JP to host national assembly in Feb

In the previous three elections, each ruler managed to win by forging an alliance with the JP.

12 January 2023

JP says to contest presidential election

JP says party's national council to be elected early next year will take a decision on the presidential election

28 December 2022

No MDP without Nasheed: Gasim

Nasheed was praised in Gasim’s speech on Sunday night, but the current president Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, who formed the coalition, was not criticised either.

27 February 2023