Attorney General to Resign for Contesting Elections

Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman Ripon said on Wednesday that he would participate in the next national election slated for February 2026.

“I have sought nomination (BNP). I will contest the election and quit the post (AG) in due time,” he said while talking to reporters on the Supreme Court premises after attending the hearing of a petition on the annulment of caretaker government. Asked about the possibility of obtaining nomination, he expressed optimism that he would get nomination.

The Attorney General has been engaged in several social works in Jhenaidah-1 seat (Shailkupa upazila) and expressed his interest in vying for the election.

Meanwhile, on Monday, BNP announced a list of 237 potential candidates for the upcoming 12th national parliamentary election, keeping the Jhenaidah-1 seat pending.