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AKEL Municipal Group Accuses Deputy Mayor of Undermining Limassol Council

Published January 23, 2026, 11:01
AKEL Municipal Group Accuses Deputy Mayor of Undermining Limassol Council

The AKEL Municipal Group in the Limassol Municipality accuses Deputy Mayor of Mesa Geitonia, Marios Protopapas, of continuously undermining the smooth and democratic functioning of the Municipal Council. According to AKEL, Mr. Protopapas has adopted a confrontational and divisive attitude since the beginning of his term, culminating in the interruption of the Municipal Council meeting on January 22nd due to his behavior. AKEL denounces systematic disrespect towards the Mayor, the Deputy Mayor of Limassol, and the members of the Municipal Council, as well as repeated disparaging, sexist, and racist remarks. Furthermore, Mr. Protopapas is accused of attempting to impose arbitrary power, spreading inaccurate information, and inciting tensions. The announcement states that Mr. Protopapas treats the Mesa Geitonia municipal district as a “personal estate”. AKEL emphasizes that the situation has exceeded all institutional and political limits and calls on all holders of public office to demonstrate seriousness and responsibility. Finally, AKEL appeals to the Mayor of Limassol to take the necessary measures to ensure the smooth functioning of the Municipal Council and to protect the prestige of the Municipality.