Representative of Vilimale’ in Male’ City Council, Nahula Ali has refuted reports of her suspension from PPM party activities, including a ban on contesting in internal elections for three years.

PPM spokesperson Heena Waleed confirmed to "One" that Nahula has been suspended following a probe into a case that was submitted to the Disciplinary Committee of PPM. She also added that apart from not being able to speak at PPM events for six months, Nahula will not be able to contest in internal elections for three years.

In response to media reports, Nahula said that she had contacted AbdulRaheem Abdulla (Adhurey) who is currently in charge of running the PPM/PNC coalition. Nahula also said that he had revealed that the news reports that cite him were untrue.

Nahula also said that as per party policies, a member cannot be suspended for three years. She noted that the longest time a member can be suspended for is six months.

"I have not violated any policies. I have been taking part in party activities as much as time allows, including protests and meetings," Nahula said.

She reiterated that she is a PPM member and that she will remain by former President Abdulla Yamen's side.