27.02.2026 14:00
The distribution of aid packages by CHP Deputy Chairman and Malatya MP Veli Ağbaba to those in need during Ramadan, as well as his decision to print his own photo on these packages, has sparked controversy. Additionally, Ağbaba's sharing of videos on his social media accounts featuring the people he has helped has raised questions about whether the aid is being used for promotional purposes. This situation has brought the debate of 'the transparency of aid or mere showmanship?' back to the forefront of political discourse.
CHP Deputy Chairman and Malatya MP Veli Ağbaba came to the agenda with the aid packages he distributed to those in need during Ramadan. Ağbaba's printing his own photo on the packages and sharing videos of the aid moments on his social media accounts sparked public debate.
HE WAS BOMBARDED WITH COMMENTS
Regarding the event that drew great backlash, comments were made such as "It would be nice if there was no effort to show the work done for charity at once," "It has created a bad image," "What one hand gives, the other hand should not know. The government and the opposition are the same. I don't know what our end will be," "Take one and hit the other," "If he has given from his own pocket, it's reasonable; if not, it's shameful."
Here are the moments;