18.03.2026 15:50
Minister Gürlek, while responding to Özgür Özel's allegations, brought up the money claims related to Muhittin Böcek's candidacy process and the base station records, arguing that these issues were intended to be covered up.
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek responded to the claims about the assets of CHP Chairman Özgür Özel, making noteworthy statements. Gürlek indicated that some developments regarding the case involving Antalya Metropolitan Mayor Muhittin Böcek would emerge soon.
"WHY IS HE STOPPING AT THIS GAS STATION?" Minister Gürlek stated, "As you know, there is a trial regarding the Muhittin Böcek case. Muhittin Böcek is stopping at a gas station in Manisa on January 15, 2024. Why is he stopping at this gas station? There was a situation where Muhittin Böcek could be a whistleblower. There, you know, there is a money claim regarding his candidacy to Özgür Özel," he expressed.
Minister Gürlek, who rejected the asset claims about himself made by Özgür Özel, stated that he has 4 properties registered in his name. "THERE ARE BASE STATION STUDIES" Gürlek noted that there are also technical data regarding the claims, saying, "There are base station studies on this matter. It has been revealed in the base station studies. I think Özgür Özel wants to obscure two points," he said.
CANDIDACY PROCESS BACK ON THE AGENDA Minister Gürlek's statements brought the candidacy process of Muhittin Böcek back to the agenda. It is known that Böcek faced criticism within the party regarding not running for candidacy in the new term after the health issues he experienced during the pandemic. While many names within the CHP in Antalya were lobbying for candidacy, it was being discussed that Böcek would not be nominated. However, with the changes in the process, Böcek had been nominated again. Following Gürlek's statements, the developments and claims that occurred during this process became a topic of discussion once more.