DIKO Leader Reveals Personal Connection to Archbishop Makarios at National Council Meeting
During Monday's National Council meeting, which coincided with the anniversary of the death of Archbishop Makarios, the Republic of Cyprus's first President, a poignant moment occurred when AKEL’s General Secretary asked attendees if anyone had met Makarios. Everyone, including former President Nicos Anastasiades, responded negatively. However, the atmosphere shifted when DIKO leader Nicolas Papadopoulos declared he had met Makarios, surprising the room. He clarified that Makarios had baptized him, a significant personal connection given Papadopoulos was born in April 1973. This revelation provided a unique human touch to the official gathering and highlighted the enduring legacy of Archbishop Makarios in Cypriot politics.
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