President Erdoğan honors Mehmet Akif Ersoy on 87th death anniversary
President Erdoğan Pays Tribute to National Poet Mehmet Akif Ersoy
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan took to his social media account to honor the memory of Mehmet Akif Ersoy, the national poet of Turkey. President Erdoğan expressed his respect and admiration for Ersoy, who is known for penning the National Anthem of Turkey and for his contributions to the country’s struggle for independence.
In his post, President Erdoğan stated, “I respectfully commemorate our national poet Mehmet Akif Ersoy, who bequeathed us a unique treasure of consciousness such as the National Anthem, and who added spirit to our struggle for independence by traveling from city to city in Anatolia in our struggle for independence, on the anniversary of his passing into eternity.”
Mehmet Akif Ersoy’s legacy continues to be celebrated in Turkey for his significant contributions to Turkish literature and for his role in inspiring the nation during a crucial period in its history. As President Erdoğan’s remarks illustrate, Ersoy’s influence and impact are still felt and honored today.
