22/10/2014
Bashir's candidacy for presidency stirs concerns in Sudan
KHARTOUM - Sudan's ruling National Congress Party (NCP) has backed Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir in the upcoming April 2015 presidential race, but the move has raised concerns among observers who debate whether his nomination is a sign of unity or division within the ruling party. The party's nomination for al-Bashir as a presidential candidate has been of little surprise in Sudan, where President al- Bashir has ruled for over 25 years, but it has reflected the current political situation in the African country. Al-Bashir was selected from five candidates, including Sudanese...
