Murat Ongun’s Printing Allegations Addressed in IMM Confessor’s Statement
Corruption Allegations Surface in Istanbul Municipality Investigation
In a startling development regarding the ongoing investigation into Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM), Murat Abbas, the General Manager of Kültür A.Ş., has provided a significant confession implicating pressure and misconduct by senior officials.
According to CNN Türk, Abbas revealed that he faced intense pressure from Murat Ongun, a prominent figure within the municipality, suggesting that ethical lines were crossed in the procurement process. In a comprehensive four-page statement, Abbas described how he was coerced into delivering tenders to specific companies dictated by Ongun.
During a report from CNN Türk correspondent Merve Tokaz, Abbas detailed his experience: "Within five months, I was instructed by Ongun to favor particular advertising channels." He further explained that his efforts to resist this pressure were futile, as his petitions for reform—submitted after the expected timelines—were rejected repeatedly.
The implications of this testimony extend to the establishment of a Digital Experience Museum, a project that Abbas initially participated in but later became distanced from. "I was completely excluded from these processes," Abbas stated. He elaborated that the necessary procedures for the museum were undertaken without his involvement, suggesting a lack of transparency in the project’s execution.
The investigation raises critical questions about governance and ethics within the IMM, as these revelations point to a broader culture of corruption that could undermine public trust. The developing story highlights the need for accountability and reform in the municipal framework of Istanbul, calling attention to the responsibilities of public officials to operate with integrity and transparency.
As the investigation progresses, more information is expected to emerge, shedding further light on the depth of these allegations and their repercussions for both the individuals involved and the municipality at large.
