Erdogan leads in presidential election: Poll
Turkish President and AK Party Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during the 7th Ordinary Congress of AK Party Women's Branches at Ankara Sports Hall on February 05, 2025 in Ankara, Turkiye. (AA Photo)
A recent poll by Asal Research asked respondents in Türkiye, “If the presidential election were held this Sunday, which of the following candidates would you prefer for president?”
The survey included four potential candidates: President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Mansur Yavas, Ekrem Imamoglu, and Ozgur Ozel. Erdogan emerged as the frontrunner with a clear lead over his rivals.
Survey results
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan: 31.2%
- Mansur Yavas: 25.5%
- Ekrem Imamoglu: 22%
- Ozgur Ozel: 4.3%
Political context
The political climate in Türkiye is currently in flux. Ekrem Imamoglu, one of the leading candidates from the opposition, is dealing with legal challenges, including investigations into allegations of corruption and links to terrorism.
Additionally, the opposition party CHP is undergoing internal changes, creating further uncertainty in the political landscape. These events are expected to influence the upcoming presidential election.
Erdogan maintains strong lead
According to the survey, President Erdogan received 31.2% of support, the highest among all candidates. His closest competitor, Mansur Yavas, mayor of Ankara, secured 25.5% of the vote.
Opposition candidates
Ekrem Imamoglu, often viewed as the strongest challenger from the opposition, garnered 22% of the vote. Meanwhile, Ozel, the leader of CHP, trailed significantly with just 4.3%.
As Türkiye moves closer to the presidential election, these poll results reflect the current political dynamics.
The situation remains fluid as political tensions are set to escalate ahead of the election.
