31.10.2025 19:42
The petition campaign initiated to add the title "Yiğit" before the name of Giresun has garnered significant interest in a short time, while a reaction came from Sivas, known by the title "Yiğido."
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Under the leadership of Ali Kara, the President of the Giresun Chamber of Tradesmen and Craftsmen, a petition campaign has been launched for Giresun to be awarded the title of "Brave" by the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM) due to the heroism during the National Struggle period.
OVER 100 THOUSAND SIGNATURES COLLECTED
In the campaign, where signatures are collected both digitally and physically, more than 100 thousand signatures have been reached so far. Municipalities in Giresun, non-governmental organizations, and Giresun associations operating outside the city have also supported the campaign.
SIVAS RESIDENTS ARE REACTIVE
However, the campaign found a different resonance in Sivas, known for the title "Yiğido". Some Sivas residents on social media argued that Giresun's attempt to claim the title of "Brave" should not be confused with Sivas's symbol.
"IF THEY WANT IT SO MUCH, THEY SHOULD JOIN SIVAS"
Some comments stated, "The title of Yiğido is associated with Sivas. Everyone should embrace their own historical identity," while others expressed more harshly, "If they want it so much, they should join Sivas."
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