Nicaragua's Ortega proposes extending presidential term by another year
Nicaraguan leader Daniel Ortega, 80, has proposed extending the presidential term by another year. It is not the first time the constitution has been amended to allow Ortega to remain in power for longer. The proposal has drawn criticism from opposition and human rights groups.
Nicaragua's government under Daniel Ortega has put forward a constitutional amendment proposal that would extend the presidential term from the current five years to six. The measure will go before the National Assembly, where Ortega's party holds a controlling majority.
Ortega, 80, has governed continuously since 2007, a period during which the constitution has been amended repeatedly to expand his ability to seek re-election and remain in office. His wife, Rosario Murillo, serves as vice president.
Opposition groups and international human rights organizations described the change as a further attempt to consolidate power. The government maintains the measure is necessary for the sake of 'stability.'
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