Dhaka, Nov. 5 -- Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman Ripon has said 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 on Wednesday while talking to reporters on the Supreme Court premises after attending the hearing of a petition on the annulment of the caretaker government.

Asked about the possibility of obtaining a nomination, he expressed optimism that he would get a nomination, reports UNB.

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 potent...