Limassol, Cyprus. Limassol MP Nikos Sykas filed a civil lawsuit challenging his exclusion from Disy’s ballot for the May parliamentary elections and requested a temporary injunction to suspend the decision until the case is heard.
Court schedule and injunction request
The application was lodged at the Limassol district court on Friday and is scheduled for first consideration on Tuesday, February 17. The court will hear whether Disy accepts or contests the issuance of a temporary decree, and legal sources said the party is expected to oppose the request. No interim order was issued at the time of filing.
Disy politburo decision challenged
The lawsuit centers on Disy’s politburo decision to permanently remove Sykas from the ballot. In his filing, Sykas argues the decision was “illegal and unfounded,” saying it was taken prematurely and without affording him the right to be heard. The injunction request seeks to freeze the party decision until the main proceedings conclude.
Related criminal investigation
The lawsuit follows an ongoing criminal investigation stemming from a complaint by Sykas’ former partner regarding an alleged incident of violence on New Year’s Eve in Athens. Although the complainant later withdrew the allegation through a sworn statement, authorities continued the investigation, citing obligations under domestic violence legislation.
What impact could the court’s decision on the injunction have on Disy’s election ballot for May?
