Erhan Arikli dismissed as Northern Cyprus transport minister amid investigation
Erhan Arikli has been removed from his position as the transport minister of Northern Cyprus, Prime Minister Ünal Üstel announced on Wednesday evening. The decision aims to allow police and judicial authorities to conduct an unfettered investigation into a recent accident. Üstel expanded the scope of suspensions within the transport ministry after the incident.
Although Arikli has been formally dismissed, the prime minister indicated that any further actions regarding his role will follow constitutional procedures, leaving the immediate future of the transport ministry's responsibilities uncertain. Earlier on the same day, responsibility for the ports department was transferred from the transport ministry to the prime minister’s office, signaling possible administrative restructuring.
Details remain limited as authorities continue their investigation. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
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