CHP Officials Deny Antalya Mayor's Claims of Money Exchange in Manisa Meeting

Officials from the Republican People's Party (CHP) in Manisa have strongly denied allegations made by Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Muhittin Böcek concerning a meeting and a significant sum of money. The press conference, held at the CHP Manisa Provincial Directorate, aimed to address and refute Böcek's recent public statements.

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There was never a time when they were alone together.

Manisa Provincial Chair İlksen Özalper asserted that Böcek's claims were untrue, emphasizing that during Böcek's visit to Manisa, he was accompanied by CHP provincial officials, including herself and several members of parliament. Özalper stated, "There was never a time when they were alone together." She described the meeting as a working session focused on projects, particularly the 'Annekart' initiative, and insisted that no private discussions or exchanges of money took place.

Ahmet Vehbi Bakırlıoğlu, a CHP Manisa Member of Parliament, accused Böcek of resorting to slander and making contradictory statements to escape responsibility. Bakırlıoğlu specifically addressed Böcek's claim that he handed over 950,000 euros in a bag at Ferdi Zeyrek's office, allegedly on the instruction of CHP leader Özgür Özel. "How can you stoop so low as to produce slander about a dead person?" Bakırlıoğlu questioned, criticizing Böcek for allegedly using the deceased Ferdi's name to protect himself.

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How can you stoop so low as to produce slander about a dead person?

Bakırlıoğlu recounted the difficult conditions under which they campaigned, including traveling in a small car with limited seating, to highlight the dedication and integrity of individuals like Ferdi Zeyrek, who reportedly worked tirelessly. The CHP officials framed Böcek's statements as an attempt to evade accountability by fabricating accusations, particularly against someone who can no longer defend themselves.

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Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Mayor has come to a slanderer's position and has to constantly make additional statements.