Trade Minister Ömer Bolat Denies Fund Allegations
Minister Ömer Bolat rejected allegations made against him regarding fund investigations, stating that his savings are held in a Sukuk account.
Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat stated that the allegations targeting him within the scope of certain fund investigations do not reflect the truth, announcing that his family savings have been in a Sukuk account since February 26, 2024.
Response to Allegations on Social Media
Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat responded via his social media account to allegations made against him regarding ongoing fund investigations on some television channels.
Minister Bolat emphasized that the claims targeting him and suggesting that savings were withdrawn before the crisis are completely baseless and do not reflect reality.
Statement on Assets and Declarations
Minister Bolat stated that throughout their terms in office, they have always transparently and regularly submitted their assets and sources of income to the relevant state institutions.
Stating that they have felt no need to conceal any assets, Bolat reminded that their asset declarations are officially recorded by the state.
Sukuk Investment and Date Details
Stating that their family savings were deposited into a Sukuk account within Hedef Investment Portfolio on February 26, 2024, Minister Bolat noted that this investment has been kept in the same instrument for over two years.
He reported that the account in question was not closed even after the date of the investigation and continues to exist.
Emphasis on Slander and Black Propaganda
Minister Bolat stated that the news reports and allegations made are a black propaganda and political lynching attempt.
He stated that the figures and operations claimed consist entirely of lies.