Aktunç Joins Nicosia Marathon, Pledges to Expand Sports Activities

UBP Nicosia Municipality mayoral candidate Aktunç met with citizens taking part in the Nicosia Marathon. Aktunç said that transferring the income from the marathon to the families of those who lost their lives in the ship disaster on the Girne-Taşucu route gives the event a special meaning. At the event, he commemorated those who lost their lives in the disaster and said he stands with their families.

Aktunç said that such sorrows strengthen the sense of solidarity in society. He also thanked the municipal staff involved in the organization and stressed that the staff's dedicated work is worthy of appreciation.

Noting that, if elected mayor, they aim to continue the tradition of the Nicosia Half Marathon, Aktunç said that from next year they want to make the event larger, with broader participation. Stating that Nicosia should be more widely known as a capital that hosts sports events, Aktunç said these activities bring liveliness to city life and develop sports awareness.

Aktunç announced that they will not limit themselves to the half marathon and will increase activities for different age groups and sports disciplines throughout the year. He said their goal is for sport to move beyond an activity held only on certain days and become a natural part of the daily life of Nicosians.