Dialogos

Plummeting Approval Ratings for President Christodoulides Following 'Videogate' Scandal

Published January 19, 2026, 07:02
Plummeting Approval Ratings for President Christodoulides Following 'Videogate' Scandal

A recent poll by RAI Consultants, conducted for ALPHA, reveals a dramatic decline in President Christodoulides' credibility following the release of a video showing him in conversation with his daughter's husband and associates. According to the findings, 77% of respondents believe the President's image has been seriously damaged, with 58% estimating the damage is very significant and 19% somewhat significant. Only a small percentage, 11%, believe the video had no impact on his image. The video has been viewed by 71% of the public, explaining the rapid transformation of the incident into a political crisis. Public reaction ranges from shame and disappointment (37%) to accusations of corruption (13%) and anger (12%). A significant 9% express disillusionment with the political system, reinforcing the trend of electoral abstention and populism. The poll demonstrates that the incident has caused a deep rupture in public trust towards the leadership. The damage is not considered merely a 'bad moment' but a structural blow to the prestige of the institution. The President is called upon to manage a crisis that affects his political survival and the ability to implement his work. The research highlights the need for crisis management that goes beyond communication tricks and touches on the essence of political functioning and transparency. The government faces a difficult challenge to restore public trust and continue to govern effectively in an environment of increased distrust and criticism.