A recent opinion poll conducted by Prime Market Research & Consulting between February 20 and February 28, involving 1,011 registered voters aged 18 and above, paints a striking picture of public dissatisfaction with President Nikos Christodoulides’s administration two years into his term. Broadcast by the Sigma television network, the survey indicates that nearly seven out of ten participants believe Cyprus is moving in the wrong direction. This sentiment extends even to those who voted for the President in 2023, with more than half of his own supporters expressing disappointment in the country’s trajectory.

Overall, the results point to waning enthusiasm for the presidency. Around 65% of respondents do not support Christodoulides’s potential reelection, while only 17% would back him again. Of those who voted for him in 2023, 48% say they would withhold their vote if a new election were held, reflecting a deep sense of frustration. This perception is further reinforced by the fact that 60% of all respondents believe he has failed to keep his campaign promises, while just under a quarter feel he has honored his commitments.

Along with growing skepticism about Christodoulides’s leadership, 74% of participants describe themselves as dissatisfied with the President’s overall performance. Voters also cite concerns about rising crime, the state of the education system, and ongoing economic challenges. Opinions are more mixed regarding foreign policy, with a slight majority voicing approval, but a significant proportion remaining unimpressed by how domestic issues are being handled.

In terms of popularity, Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides stands out, garnering a 60% approval rating—a figure that has sparked speculation about possible new political formations, should he decide to found a party or seek higher office. House Speaker Annita Demetriou holds a 44% approval rating, while Christodoulides’s positive rating hovers around 34%. This backdrop of discontent could shape the political landscape ahead of the 2026 parliamentary elections, as many established parties record lower support.