PPM-backed PNC presidential candidate Dr Mohamed Muizzu took an unexpected lead over incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in Saturday's presidential polls, prompting PNC leader Abdul Raheem to say the result conveys a single message: "India Out." Solih finished six points behind, with 20% of eligible voters not casting ballots, ahead of a hotly contested run-off.
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PPM-backed PNC presidential candidate, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, speaks at the opening of a campaign office in Henveiru ward of Malé on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.(Photo: PPM)
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After taking an unexpected lead over incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in Saturday's presidential polls, Abdul Raheem, the leader of the People's National Congress (PNC), stated that the results, which gave their candidate Dr Mohamed Muizzu a clear advantage, conveyed a singular message: "India Out."
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A staggering 20% of eligible voters failed to cast their ballots, and whoever manages to secure this segment could take a considerable lead.
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Earlier reports gave about 20% 10 Sep, 16:33 Maldives Republic
