Information and Broadcasting Adviser Md. Nahid Islam has commented that it is a political decision, not a legal one whether Md. Sahabuddin will remain president or not.
The adviser said this during a briefing for journalists at the Secretariat on Wednesday (October 23) afternoon.
In response to a question from journalists, the information adviser said that Md. Sahabuddin will not remain as President if the people do not want him.
Appealing to the protesters to be patient, Advisor Nahid Islam said, there is no need for any kind of protest or movement at Bangabhaban or anywhere else. We have received the message from the people and are discussing it. A decision on this issue will have to be made through discussions. Therefore, everyone will be urged to remain calm and aware.
He said, the government was formed after August 5 with the President as it is. Whether the President will remain or not, it is not a legal decision, it is a political decision. Discussions are underway with political parties. A decision will be made. If the people do not want him, there will be no President.
Nahid also claimed that the fallen fascist forces are raising their heads and are marching with weapons. He said, be careful against the fascist forces.
Regarding the ultimatum given by the anti-discrimination student movement on the issue of the President's resignation, this adviser said, the students have given the ultimatum. Discussions are underway. A rational decision may come. We are taking our time.