Meaningful Eid visit: Dr. Sadık Ahmet honored in Gümülcine

Western Thrace
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:42 GMT
Turkish diplomats and local leaders pay respects at the late Western Thrace leader’s grave.
Meaningful Eid visit: Dr. Sadık Ahmet honored in Gümülcine

During the Eid celebrations, Çağatay Erciyes, together with Aykut Ünal, his spouse İlayda Ünal, and an accompanying delegation, visited the grave of the late Dr. Sadık Ahmet, a prominent leader of the Western Thrace Turkish community, at Kahveci Cemetery in Gümülcine.

Tribute and Prayers
The delegation held a solemn commemoration at the gravesite, with prayers led by Ahmet Arif Emin, a religious official affiliated with the Gümülcine Mufti’s Office. Passages from the Quran were recited to honor Dr. Sadık Ahmet’s legacy and contributions to the community.

Attendance of Community Leaders
The memorial included the late leader’s spouse, Işık Sadık Ahmet, as well as Çiğdem Asafoğlu and other senior members of the FEP Party, highlighting the enduring respect and reverence held for Dr. Sadık Ahmet.

The visit provided an emotional moment during the festive Eid period, reinforcing the community’s remembrance of its historical leaders and cultural heritage.

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