The Awami League has named Bangladesh cricket superstar Shakib Al Hasan as its candidate for the Magura-1 parliamentary seat in the upcoming national elections. Meanwhile, Dhallywood actor Ferdous Ahmed is set to contest the elections from Dhaka-10 under the ruling party's 'boat' symbol. Following the announcement of the schedule for the Jan 7 elections, all-rounder Shakib bought Awami League nomination forms for three constituencies -- Dhaka-10, Magura-1 and Magura-2. Meanwhile, Ferdous, who has become increasingly active in politics, collected nomination forms for the Dhaka-10 and Dhaka-18. Businessman Shafiul Islam Mohiuddin is the incumbent of the Dhaka-10 seat.

Source: bd News24 November 26, 2023 11:57 UTC