The concert of Ebru Gündeş, organized by the Ankara Metropolitan Municipality on October 29th Republic Day, has sparked discussions. It has been claimed that the famous artist was paid 69 million lira for the concert. MANSUR YAVAŞ: WE HAVE INITIATED AN INVESTIGATIONAnkara Metropolitan Mayor Mansur Yavaş stated in his announcement regarding the issue that an investigation has been initiated. Yavaş said the following in his statement: "Recently, there have been claims in some media outlets that 69 million TL was paid for the Ebru Gündeş concert. Our internal audit unit has initiated an investigation regarding this matter. The payment for the concert has not been made and will not be made until the investigation is completed. A necessary statement will be made after the investigation." "THE FIGURE COVERS ALL EVENTS"We would like to emphasize that with a transparent and accountable management approach, the requested amount covers not just a single concert but also the expenses for the 101st Anniversary events of the Republic held on October 28-29, as well as technical setup and concert fees. We assure that we will not waste the money of the people of Ankara, and that resources will be used in the best way for the people of Ankara. This is respectfully announced to the public." INSPECTION INITIATED BY MANSUR YAVAŞ'S INSTRUCTIONThe Ankara Metropolitan Municipality announced that an inspection has been initiated regarding the Ebru Gündeş concert. In a statement made through the municipality's social media account, it was stated, "In relation to the unfounded claims that have occupied the public, an inspection has been initiated regarding the Ebru Gündeş concert upon the instruction of our President, Mr. Mansur Yavaş. It has been understood that the organizing company has not issued an invoice and that no payment has been made to them so far. The results of the inspection will be shared with the public in detail."
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