PML-N faces internal strife over senate ticket

PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N) has found intra-party tensions simmering after a contentious decision of allocating Senate ticket to the son of party leader Amir Muqam, sparking dissent among party members.

The disagreement surfaced within the ranks of PML-N over the senate nomination of Niaz Ahmed – son of federal minister and the president of party’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter.

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PML-N Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Spokesperson Ikhtiar Wali condemned the decision to grant the Senate ticket to Niaz Ahmed. He voiced concerns over the sidelining of other party members and described it as an unjust act.

Highlighting the repercussions of such decisions, Wali underscored the legitimate and natural nature of criticism and reactions from within the party. He stressed that neglecting the broader PML-N community could foster feelings of deprivation among party leaders and workers.

Expressing his apprehensions, Wali cautioned against consolidating all ministries and positions within a single family, warning that such a move would send an unfavorable message. He urged the central leadership to address the concerns raised by party members.

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Wali added that he had received offers from other political parties to assume the role of governor and also had been approached twice for ministerial positions. However, he remained steadfast in his commitment to the PML-N, refraining from defecting despite enticing offers from rival factions.

In a rallying cry to fellow party workers, Wali stressed the importance of securing endorsements before embarking on political ventures, asserting that without such backing, political aspirations may remain unfulfilled.