Çeler: Three Candidates Considered for TDP Presidential Nomination

Speaking on Kıbrıs Postası TV’s Gündem program, hosted by Ulaş Barış, Çeler stated that TDP aims to announce its candidate by mid-April. He also emphasized that if the party does not advance to the second round, they will support a candidate advocating a federal solution.

"If We Don’t Reach the Second Round, We’ll Support a Pro-Federation Candidate"

Çeler reaffirmed TDP’s commitment to a federal solution, underlining that their second-round endorsement would go to a candidate who shares this vision.

"Non-Voters Can Influence Election Results"

Noting the significant number of people who abstain from voting, Çeler argued that their participation could change election outcomes. He criticized those who decide based on pre-election polls, stressing that poll results do not always reflect reality and can create complacency or pessimism among voters.

"No Oversight Mechanism for Nightclubs"

Addressing the recent death of a woman at a nightclub, Çeler questioned whether it was truly a suicide, stating that the autopsy results would provide clarity. He also highlighted the lack of oversight in the nightclub sector and called for examining international regulations on sex work.

"Bullying Among Youth on the Rise"

Çeler raised concerns about the increasing prevalence of bullying among children, attributing it partly to media influences and inadequate parental and school intervention. He criticized violent and aggressive messages found in public spaces, citing graffiti in Nicosia’s Walled City reading, "The End of Patience is Murder."

"Deportation of Foreign Offenders Necessary"

Calling for stricter measures against crime, Çeler proposed deporting non-citizens who commit offenses, regardless of whether their families reside in the country. He argued that such actions would deter criminal activity.

"Rising Gun Ownership and Crime Rates"

Çeler warned about the growing trend of gun ownership, linking it to a sense of insecurity among citizens. He demanded transparency on firearm permits and criticized the government for not disclosing such data despite legal requests.

Additionally, he expressed concern over the increase in armed attacks and questioned how foreign hitmen and illegal firearms enter the country. Comparing local law enforcement practices with those in Australia, where he previously lived, Çeler stressed the importance of stricter monitoring of foreign nationals residing in the country.