Asphalt crisis in Alucra: MHP's Akgün makes harsh statement

Salih Akgün, the provincial chairman of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) in Giresun, issued a written statement in response to the ongoing debates regarding the hot asphalt plant and village roads in the Alucra district. Akgün described the remarks made by Ahmet Şahin, the chairman of the Giresun Provincial General Council, who blamed MHP council members from Alucra Municipality for the disruption of services, as "unfortunate." He emphasized that the council group's aim is not to obstruct services but to prevent public loss. This statement has added a new dimension to the long-standing asphalt crisis in the district. Akgün posed important questions to the public to clarify the process.

Akgün stated that the inability to operate the facility stems from the impositions of a private company whose legal process is ongoing. He claimed that the open-ended clauses in the proposed protocol pave the way for the removal of the plant from the district before the legal process is completed, rather than serving Alucra. This situation has sparked significant public debate. Akgün argued that the protocol should be examined transparently. Otherwise, the district's road services will continue to be disrupted.

Provincial Chairman Salih Akgün posed three important questions to the public to shed light on the process. First, he asked on what legal basis the Alucra Municipality and the Provincial Special Administration were able to operate the facility in 2024 and 2025 if the asphalt plant belongs to a private company. Second, he questioned what changed in 2026 that prevented the plant from operating and disrupted road services, despite the same legal basis allowing service delivery for two years. Third, he asked why the Provincial Special Administration does not sign the protocol themselves to ensure services are not disrupted, if they are ready to cover all costs for operating the asphalt plant.

In his statement, Akgün drew attention to the spirit of unity and solidarity within the People's Alliance. He stated that they will not give opportunity to those trying to produce politics through discord and division. He expressed that they will continue to prioritize the interests of the state and the nation above any political calculation. These words reflect the tension within the alliance. Akgün emphasized that they act with a service-oriented approach.

The asphalt crisis in Alucra highlights the lack of coordination between local administrations and the reflection of political rivalries on services. The stance of MHP council members indicates a crisis of confidence between the Provincial Special Administration and the municipality. The issue is expected to be brought to the council agenda in the coming days. Citizens hope that road services will return to normal as soon as possible.