Former footballer David Nakhid will seek to claim a victory for the United National Congress in the upcoming general election, contesting the Tunapuna seat- currently held by the People’s National Movement. 

In its announcement of Nakhid as the chosen candidate for the constituency, the UNC said in a statement on Sunday: “Mr Nakhid has long been a staunch supporter of the UNC and an avid believer in the leadership of Kamla Persad Bissessar. Our party believes in continuity and the inclusion of new faces who have the best interest of our nation at heart. Mr Nakhid has proven himself a person of high integrity, fierce patriotism and a deep desire to contribute towards the development of Trinidad and Tobago.”

The party said the people of Tunapuna and the nation are no stranger to David as he has been active in International Football from the early 1980’s, and at present as he runs the David Nakhid International Academy.

Previously, Nakhid served as the Chief Scout and Assistant Coach for the Trinidad and Tobago National World Cup Team. He holds a degree in International Relations and Economics.