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Elections | 6 days, 15 hours ago | positive

PNC wins North Hithadhoo by-election, officials cite trust

The ruling People's National Congress (PNC) won the North Hithadhoo by-election. Officials say the result reflects public trust in President Mohamed Muizzu's government and denied opposition claims of internal discord.

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Elections | 1 week ago | neutral

MDP wins Hithadhoo North by-election; Sodiq pledges accountability

Opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) candidate Abdulla Sodiq won the Hithadhoo North parliamentary by-election on June 6, 2026, defeating ruling PNC candidate Ahmed Saeed by 62 votes. Sodiq secured 1,375 votes (51.15%) to Saeed's 1,313, with a voter turnout of about 66%. Sodiq vowed to use his seat to hold the government accountable.

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