Ekrem İmamoğlu sends a message from Silivri: He addressed the legal process
In a letter released through his wife, Dilek İmamoğlu, the imprisoned Ekrem İmamoğlu expressed his determination regarding the struggle for freedom and the country's future.
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Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Mayor and presidential candidate Ekrem İmamoğlu shared his experiences and thoughts during his time at Silivri Prison in a letter.
In the letter released through his wife, Dilek İmamoğlu, İmamoğlu's longing for freedom and his commitment to the political struggle stood out.
In his letter, İmamoğlu stated, "My dear Dilek, during this unjust detention process, I have been forced to remain away from you and my people. However, this situation does not break my determination to struggle." While mentioning his daily life, he noted that the time he spent in prison gave him an opportunity to reflect.
Describing his daily routine in prison, İmamoğlu said, "Every morning when the courtyard door opens, seeing the sky gives me a sense of freedom." Stating that he prefers to stay outside even in rainy weather, İmamoğlu added, "The judiciary cannot deprive me of the sky."
HE ADDRESSED THE LEGAL PROCESS
In his letter, İmamoğlu detailed a hearing he experienced via the SEGBIS system and drew attention to the difficulties of the legal process. "During detention reviews, decisions are made without even opening the covers of the files," he said, highlighting the shortcomings in the justice system.
İmamoğlu stated that he meets frequently with CHP Chairman Özgür Özel and that these meetings give him morale. "The brainstorming sessions we hold for the future of our country give me strength," he said. Mentioning his goal of expanding the social projects he implemented during his time as IMM Mayor to the entire country, İmamoğlu stated, "I am preparing to spread these services to all of Turkey."
MESSAGE OF DETERMINATION
At the end of his letter, emphasizing his belief in the struggle for democracy and justice, İmamoğlu stated, "Let them put on shackles, let them lock me in dungeons. I am very peaceful here with these feelings, and my belief that we will succeed is absolute." Expressing his love for his people and his family, he concluded his letter with the words, "This 12-square-meter cell is wider than palaces with your will."