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Dilemma over Nikos Sykas' Candidacy: DISY Leadership Divided

Published January 9, 2026, 05:18
Dilemma over Nikos Sykas' Candidacy: DISY Leadership Divided

The leadership and political office of DISY are in a dilemma regarding whether to include Nikos Sykas on the ballot. This comes despite the withdrawal of the complaint against him by his partner, the Police continue the criminal investigation. The case of Nikos Sykas has sparked intense debate within DISY, as there are concerns about the image of the party. The decision on whether he will be a parliamentary candidate will be made next Monday, when the application for lifting his immunity will be examined. The proposal for Nikos Sykas to abstain from his parliamentary duties until the judicial investigation is completed is also on the table. This could be an intermediate solution to avoid further involvement of his name in political affairs. This case highlights the challenges faced by political parties when their officials are involved in criminal cases, and the need for careful management of such situations.