Nominations being cancelled using 'mobs': Manna

Mahmudur Rahman Manna, president of the Nagorik Oikko, has alleged that valid nominations are being cancelled 'by force and by creating mobs'.

He made the complaint on Saturday evening after leaving the returning officer's office in Segunbagicha, Dhaka.

The Nagorik Oikko chief submitted nomination papers for the Dhaka-18 and Bogura-2 (Shibganj) constituencies.

His nomination in the Bogura constituency has been cancelled.

"I contested in three to four previous elections, but have never seen things getting this difficult. And this is why I sincerely thank the Election Commission, which has declared my nomination valid today," said Manna.

He said the EC officials performing their duty properly can play a vital role in ensuring a fair and credible election.

BNP-alliance candidate Manna said a credible election is impossible if the Election Commission comes under pressure.

Manna is among 17 people who filed nominations for the Dhaka-18 seat.