Local elections: Nicosia candidates register for massive revamp

Independent candidate for Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prountzos on Thursday said his desire is “to create a city that unites all residents”.

He made statements to the media after formally submitting his candidacy for the revamped local government elections in June.

“Today marks a significant milestone in the lead-up to the local government elections,” he said.

“It’s a celebratory day for democracy, but also a pivotal day for Nicosia because our city is undergoing a phase of reform...