The beginning of the 2018 presidential elections witnessed various prominent figures demonstrate interest in competing against current President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi for the presidency. Moussa, 65, became vice-chair of the Ghad Party under the auspices of Ayman Nour, the former leader the party. Fast-forward to 2011, the Committee of Parties acknowledged Moussa as the rightful chair of Ghad Party. When interviewed by ‘Youm7′, Moussa claimed his presidential bid had been long-discussed in the party, saying Ghad had a coherent plan to push Egypt forward. In September 2017, Moussa created the ‘Moayedoon’ (Supporters) campaign, which called upon Sisi to run for a second presidential term.

Source: Egypt Independent January 29, 2018 15:45 UTC