22.08.2025 19:21
Following the arrest of İnan Güney, who was suspended from his position as part of an investigation conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, a vice president election was held in the Beyoğlu Municipality. The election, which was marked by high tension and occasional disputes, was won by the CHP candidate Sefer Karaahmetoğlu in the fourth round.
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Following his arrest as part of the investigation conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, a vice president election was held in Beyoğlu Municipality to replace İnan Güney, who was suspended from his position.
2 CANDIDATES COMPETED In the Beyoğlu Municipal Council, which consists of 17 CHP members, 11 AK Party members, 2 MHP members, and 1 independent member, 2 candidates competed for the vice presidency. The CHP group nominated Sefer Karaahmetoğlu, while the AK Party group nominated Süleyman Baba.
CHP MEMBERS ENTERED THE HALL CHANTING SLOGANS Before the election, CHP members entered the council hall chanting slogans such as "İnan Güney is our honor" and "There is no salvation alone, either together or none of us."
DEBATE STARTED BEFORE THE ELECTION, CAMERA DIRECTION CHANGED Before the election began, a debate arose between the CHP and AK Party groups regarding election security. Following the debate, the AK Party group requested the security cameras in the hall to be turned off, citing violations of confidentiality principles. Although this request was not accepted, it was decided to change the direction of the cameras.
ELECTION ENDED IN THE 4TH ROUND The election, which began after the debates, extended to the 4th round. In this round, where the final result was determined, the CHP candidate Sefer Karaahmetoğlu won with 16 votes, while the AK Party candidate Süleyman Baba received 14 votes.
Sefer Karaahmetoğlu (In the middle) WHAT HAPPENED? The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office had launched an investigation against İnan Güney on charges of "membership in an organization established for the purpose of committing a crime" and "fraud to the detriment of public institutions and organizations." As part of the investigation, 17 people, including Güney, were arrested, while 27 others were released under judicial control. Following his arrest, Güney was suspended from his position by the Ministry of Interior.
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