Nikos Georgiou calls for unity within the Democratic Rally party

On September 30, 2026, DISY member of parliament Nikos Georgiou publicly addressed the growing internal tensions within the Democratic Rally party (DISY) regarding the selection of a candidate for the upcoming presidential elections. During an interview on the show "Enimerosi Tora," Georgiou emphasized that the party is greater than any individual candidate and urged all members to respect collective decisions and strive for unity.

Georgiou leveled sharp criticism at the government of President Nikos Christodoulides, accusing it of exploiting internal party dynamics. He alleged that the government employs a "divide and rule" strategy and creates "Trojan horses" to weaken DISY, thereby favoring the president's potential reelection. Furthermore, Georgiou addressed controversial recent appointments made by the government, arguing they have fueled introspection and discord among party ranks.

Regarding recent public friction, including reports of a private "secret dinner" at a fish tavern, Georgiou stated that such events are symptomatic of deeper issues. He suggested that such public displays of conflict could have been avoided. He also touched upon the political positioning of former party leader Averof Neofytou, expressing hope that Neofytou would act in a way that allows supporters to rally behind him while maintaining party cohesion.