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Former Adana Mayor Arrested in Municipal Corruption Probe

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 23
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Turkish authorities arrested 34 suspects, including KOZAY, the former mayor of Çukurova district in Adana, in a corruption investigation. The probe centers on allegations of irregularities in municipal tenders and direct procurement procedures between 2024 and 2026. Separately, a fraud investigation into Milas Municipality led to 20 suspects being referred to court.

From dailysabah.com

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The investigation alleges that municipal officials improperly exploited exemptions under Türkiye's Public Procurement Law to facilitate purchases through a municipality-affiliated company. Prosecutors also allege that contractors were required to pay bribes to receive payments for completed work, raising concerns about local governance and contract integrity.

Several individuals are identified with current or former mayoral roles in Adana, Istanbul, and Adıyaman.

From dailysabah.com

Who's involved

  • KOZAYFormer mayor of Çukurova district in Adana, who resigned from the Republican People's Party.
  • AdanaThe city and district where the corruption investigation into municipal tenders is centered.
  • New PartyThe political party KOZAY joined after resigning from the Republican People's Party.
  • Republican People's PartyThe political party KOZAY held formal membership in before resigning.

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