
Former Nationalist Party leader and current MP Adrian Delia has officially confirmed his candidacy to once again lead the PN, submitting his nomination at the party’s headquarters, Dar Ċentrali.
If successful, Delia would make history as the first person to return as PN leader after previously being replaced.
Delia led the Nationalist Party between 2017 and 2020 before being ousted and replaced by Bernard Grech, who recently announced he would not seek re-election.
Delia’s return to the leadership race marks a significant political development within the party, especially after speculation surrounding his intentions.
Although Delia had publicly expressed interest in running again, some were unsure whether he would proceed, particularly after Gozitan MP Alex Borg, widely seen as a political ally, entered the race unexpectedly.
Reports had suggested that an understanding between the two meant only one would contest the leadership.
Despite this, Delia moved ahead with his campaign, solidifying his bid with a formal submission. His decision now sets the stage for a potentially competitive leadership contest as the PN looks to rebuild and reposition itself ahead of future elections.
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