Minister Tekin's statement that will be widely discussed: They said we will teach an LGBT class, I won't allow it, my brother.

08.04.2026 12:20

Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin emphasized that unauthorized activities in schools will not be allowed, particularly reacting strongly to attempts to introduce "LGBT lessons." In his statement, Minister Tekin said, "They said we will teach LGBT lessons, I won't allow it, my brother."

The Minister of National Education, Yusuf Tekin, made striking statements regarding the education agenda during a live broadcast he attended. Tekin emphasized that activities intended to be held in schools without the permission of the Ministry of National Education would not be allowed.

"WE ARE AGAINST THE UNDERSTANDING THAT WE ARE THE GUARDIAN AUTHORITY"

Speaking on 24 TV, Minister Tekin claimed that some unions see themselves as a "guardian authority." Criticizing this approach, Tekin stated that they are against the understanding of "You may be elected, but we are the guardian authority," and added, "I also say that I will not allow it."

"THEY SAID WE WILL TEACH LGBT LESSON"

Emphasizing that they will not allow unauthorized activities in educational institutions, Tekin also addressed some controversial content. Stating, "They said we will teach an LGBT lesson, I will not allow it, my friend," Tekin clearly expressed that such initiatives would not be permitted.

"THE RIGHT TO EDUCATION WILL BE PROTECTED"

Minister Tekin indicated that protecting children's right to education is a priority, stating, "No one can sell me the act that will lead to the misuse of our children's right to education as 'union action'."