BREAKING: Former PM Minnis Declines to Campaign for FNM Candidate; Eyes Party Leadership Challenge

In a surprising turn of events, former Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis has announced that he will not be campaigning for the Free National Movement (FNM) candidate, Bishop Grant, in the West Grand Bahama and Bimini constituency, signaling a rift within the party ranks.

Dr. Minnis, who led the country from 2017 to 2021, has been largely absent from the political spotlight since his party’s defeat in the last election. However, sources close to the former leader have indicated that he is gearing up for a significant political comeback. Insiders suggest that Dr. Minnis is expected to challenge the current leader of the FNM, Michael Pintard, for party leadership in a move that is sure to shake up the Bahamian political scene ahead of the 2026 general election.

Tensions have been mounting within the FNM as Mr. Pintard has been an outspoken critic of Dr. Minnis’s leadership style and decisions during his tenure as Prime Minister. The public display of discord has caused a stir among party members and has led to speculation about the direction and unity of the party.

Adding to the internal drama, a senior advisor to Dr. Minnis has expressed confidence in the former Prime Minister’s return to leadership. They cite the potential defeat of Mr. Pintard in the upcoming West Grand Bahama and Bimini race as a catalyst that would create momentum for Dr. Minnis’s return. This statement has not only underscored the existing tensions but has also set the stage for a possible leadership contest within the FNM.

Dr. Minnis’s decision to stay out of the campaign trail is being interpreted by political analysts as a strategic move to distance himself from the current party narrative, as he potentially prepares to offer a different vision for the FNM.

As the political drama unfolds, FNM supporters and the Bahamian electorate are watching closely to see how these developments will affect the party’s stability and its future heading into the next general election cycle.

The FNM has yet to issue a formal statement on Dr. Minnis’s intentions or on the state of the campaign for the West Grand Bahama and Bimini seat. With this breaking news, all eyes are now on the party’s next move in what could be a defining moment for its leadership and the political landscape of the Bahamas.

Stay tuned to Bahamas Herald for more updates on this developing story.

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