Is Bouida Out of the Game? Speculations Surrounding His Political Future
In a surprising twist in Moroccan politics, the preliminary list of candidates announced by the Istiqlal Party last night did not include the name of Abderrahim Bouida, one of the party's most prominent leaders and a well-regarded parliamentarian. This omission has raised numerous questions and sparked speculation, especially following Bouida's own social media post labeling certain politicians as "failed." Sources familiar with the party dynamics have dismissed the idea that Bouida is entirely out of the party's plans. They suggest that strategic considerations may have delayed the announcement of his candidacy for the upcoming elections.
One key factor affecting Bouida's candidacy relates to the political situation in the Marrakech-Sidi Youssef Ben Ali electoral district. The administrative court in the city recently ruled to disqualify Abderrazak Drouiche, a candidate the Istiqlal Party was counting on to secure a parliamentary seat in this vital district. This unexpected development has complicated the party's calculations, particularly as there are ongoing discussions about Drouiche potentially running his son in the upcoming elections. In this context, the Istiqlal Party is keen to field a strong candidate, and Bouida's reputation and political stature position him as a preferable choice.
Therefore, Bouida's absence from the initial list does not necessarily indicate his exclusion from the party's electoral strategy. According to our sources, he remains a strong candidate for the Marrakech-Sidi Youssef Ben Ali district, especially if an agreement can be reached with Drouiche. Alternatively, he could also be considered for the Rahamna district, where the party has yet to finalize its candidate. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how the Istiqlal Party navigates these challenges and whether Bouida will ultimately play a pivotal role in the upcoming elections.
As reported by anbaetv.ma.
