Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a congratulatory message on the occasion of the May 19th Atatürk Commemoration, Youth and Sports Day.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

“We are experiencing the joy of celebrating together as a nation the 107th anniversary of May 19, 1919, which constituted the first step on the road to the establishment of the Republic of Türkiye and changed the destiny of our nation.”

The struggle for independence, initiated by Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in Samsun on May 19, 1919, represents the rebirth of a nation that was intended to be buried in history, and its march towards a free and prosperous future.

With the War of Independence, the last great struggle we waged for our independence and future, our beloved nation declared its love for its homeland and flag, and its determination to live freely, to the whole world; the process leading to the establishment of our Republic has also served as an example for the independence struggles of other nations.

The torch lit on May 19, 1919, continues to illuminate our path in our struggle to elevate our nation above the level of contemporary civilizations.

Today, keeping these feelings alive is a great responsibility that falls upon all of us, especially the youth to whom Atatürk entrusted the Republic.

Dear young people, the future of the Republic of Türkiye, founded on this land defended at the cost of the lives of our revered martyrs, is entrusted to you, who are raised with this consciousness of independence.

Ensuring that you receive the best possible upbringing and a high-quality education in line with the demands of the modern age is our most important goal as a state and a nation.

Our deep love and devotion to this land and our history, shared in unity and solidarity, and our confidence in the happy and prosperous future we will create together, will bind us even closer as a nation.

We wholeheartedly believe that our youth will work with dedication to carry our Republic, which is entrusted to their care, into the future.

“I commemorate with gratitude and appreciation all our martyrs and veterans, especially Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who entrusted this meaningful day to our youth, and I celebrate the 19th May Atatürk Commemoration, Youth and Sports Day.”

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 16, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

“With its climate, fertile lands, and strategic importance, our heavenly homeland Turkey is our most precious treasure. These fertile lands have enabled the cultivation of the highest quality agricultural products. The contribution of our farmers, who shed their sweat on our fertile and generous lands, to the growth and development of the economy is immense.”

The labor of our farmers, who earn their living from the land and add value to the products they obtain from it before delivering them to us, is sacred. In recent years, very successful work has been carried out in the field of agriculture in our country, and our agricultural sector has shown significant growth.

Our dedicated farmers, who work at every stage of agricultural and livestock production, are of paramount importance in increasing production and productivity, improving their living conditions, bringing their products to market, and in the development of agriculture and livestock in our country and region.

For centuries, our province has offered the richness of nature to civilizations with its climate and fertile lands. Knowing the value of this geography, we understand the importance of agriculture in economic development. Agriculture’s contribution to meeting food demands, capital accumulation, expanding the domestic market, providing employment, contributing to national income and the market, increases the importance that should be given to agriculture. Therefore, we are working to develop agricultural activities in our province, carrying out projects, and supporting farming, the oldest profession of humankind, which combines patience, sincerity, and hard work for a productive, prosperous, and peaceful society.

With these feelings and thoughts, I celebrate the 14th of May World Farmers’ Day for our farmers who earn their living from the land, who work the land, and who bring us the products they obtain from it.”

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 12, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

A mother’s love is unconditional, her patience is endless, and her prayers accompany us throughout our lives. Even in the most difficult moments, our mothers embrace their children with hope; their voices bring peace, and their presence is a source of security. Motherhood is not just about bringing a child into the world; it’s about shaping a life with effort, faith, and love. Mother’s Day is an important occasion to remember this unique value and express our gratitude.

On this meaningful day, I am delighted to celebrate Mother’s Day for all mothers who are at the center of our lives with their compassion, sacrifices, and love.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) beautifully expressed the value given to mothers by saying, “Paradise lies at the feet of mothers.” Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk also expressed his respect for Turkish women and mothers with the words, “Everything in the world is the work of women,” clearly emphasizing their place in society.

Throughout history, mothers have been one of the most important forces determining the fate of our nation. In Çanakkale and the War of Independence, Anatolian women carried ammunition to the front lines, selflessly sent their sons off to fight for their country, and, when necessary, took part in the struggle for independence, making significant contributions.

Our mothers, who raise their children to be individuals beneficial to their country, nation, and humanity, are the cornerstone of society and the most secure guarantee of our future.

On this occasion, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to all mothers, especially the mothers of our beloved martyrs, on Mother’s Day, and wish them a lifetime of health, peace, and happiness.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 8, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding and a philanthropic businessman, issued a message on the occasion of May 3rd, Turkish Nationalism Day.

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

“Turk is not the name of a race or an ethnic origin, but the name of a great nation honored with Islam, a nation that rebels against oppression and injustice,” he said.

Akkuş, stating that May 3rd is a historical moment in the manifestation of the will to exist of Turkish nationalism, expressed the following in his message: “I emphasize that I am honored and proud to be a member of a nation that has carried the banner of Islam for more than 10 centuries. ‘Turk’ is not the name of a race or ethnic origin, but the name of a great nation predominantly living in Central Asia, Anatolia, the Balkans, and the Middle East, honored by Islam, and rebelling against oppression and injustice. From history to the present day, as a nation, we have proudly and honorably sacrificed our own existence for the sake of our sacred homeland. Nationalism is working and producing to ensure our beloved nation takes its rightful place in the world. Our national survival and independence are indisputable conditions.”

May 3, 1944, has gone down in history as a historical monument of Turkish national consciousness, like a torch that will illuminate the future in the hands of true, devoted and committed men of the cause. May the spirit of May 3rd be lived in all hearts with all its excitement and sincerity. Happy May Day!

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: May 2, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

May 1st, which was accepted to be celebrated as “Labor and Solidarity Day” in April 2008, was declared an official holiday by a law passed in the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye on April 22, 2009.

Celebrated in all countries as a day of unity, solidarity, and struggle against injustice, May 1st symbolizes the peaceful and democratic pursuit of rights by our working citizens. It is a special day where diverse views and opinions converge around the sanctity of labor. May 1st, Labor and Solidarity Day, a day of hard work, physical labor, dedication, and justice, is celebrated to highlight various problems in working life, propose solutions, and resolve potential conflicts between workers and employers, establishing a balance based on rights and laws.

On this occasion, I wish for the May 1st Labor and Solidarity Day to be celebrated in a festive atmosphere free from all negativity, where peace, tolerance, and brotherhood prevail. I celebrate this day as a symbol of all our working citizens seeking their rights through democratic and peaceful means, and I wish health, well-being, and success to all our brothers and sisters who earn their bread with their sweat. I wish our beloved nation and all the nations of the world a future free from blood and tears, filled with peace, unity, togetherness, and brotherhood.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: April 28, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

We are honored and delighted to celebrate the 106th anniversary of the opening of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye and the 23rd April National Sovereignty and Children’s Day, a gift from Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk to the children.

April 23, 1920, the date on which the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, one of the most fundamental institutions of our state, was opened with the understanding that “Sovereignty belongs unconditionally to the nation,” is the date when our beloved nation, with all its children from young to old, rose again and declared its independence to the whole world through its selfless struggle for its nation, state, flag, call to prayer, and independence.

The opening of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey is a crucial turning point that paved the way for the liberation of the Turkish nation, which was in the midst of a fiery ordeal, and for the declaration of its republic. It is a moment when the people asserted their sovereignty, new hopes blossomed, and new horizons opened for our country. Gazi Mustafa Kemal, who entrusted the republic he founded to our youth, the guarantors of the future, also gifted April 23rd as a holiday to the children he loved so much.

Atatürk’s decision to dedicate this day as a holiday to children is the most important indicator of the value and trust he placed in them. It is also one of our most important duties to raise our children, who are the guarantee of a strong and happy future, as knowledgeable, productive, hardworking, and successful individuals who are wholeheartedly devoted to their country, nation, and national and spiritual values.

On this occasion, I commemorate with respect and gratitude the founder of our Republic, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his comrades-in-arms, as well as all the heroes of our War of Independence, our martyrs, and our veterans who sacrificed their lives for the survival of our homeland and nation.

“I congratulate all our children on April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children’s Day, and with the hope that this holiday will bring happiness to the children of our country and the world, I wish them a future as pure and innocent as their hearts, filled with love, kindness, and success.”

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: April 21, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

Lawyers, as strong representatives of the right to defense in the administration of justice, are a fundamental element of the rule of law. As an indispensable part of democracy, they protect the rights and freedoms of individuals and contribute to the healthy and fair functioning of legal processes. They also play an important role in increasing social peace and security.

The legal profession, practiced with adherence to universal principles of law and a high sense of responsibility, is one of the most reliable guarantees of the justice system. Within the framework of the rule of law in the Republic of Turkey, the judiciary and the defense are an inseparable whole that complements each other.

With these feelings and thoughts, and with an understanding of the rule of law, I congratulate all our lawyers, especially those of the Erzurum and Istanbul Bar Associations, who fulfill their duties with great dedication, on April 5th Lawyers’ Day, and wish them success in their professional lives.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: April 5, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

As a nation, we are filled with joy at celebrating another Ramadan, a time when beauty and goodness abound, when those who are estranged reconcile, and when feelings of brotherhood, friendship, mutual assistance, and solidarity reach their peak.

Spiritual and national holidays are the most beautiful opportunities when the values ​​that make us human are intensely experienced, beautiful feelings and thoughts reach their highest level, grudges are forgotten, love and respect are amplified, and everyone looks at each other with tolerance. Holidays, which hold great meaning for all of us, strengthen our unity and solidarity, and create an atmosphere of friendship and peace, should be celebrated in accordance with their meaning and importance. Especially in these critical times, we should remember our responsibilities towards each other and our country even more.

With these feelings and thoughts, I sincerely congratulate all my fellow citizens of Erzurum and Istanbul on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, and I hope that this holiday will be an occasion for peace, love, and brotherhood for all humanity. With love and respect.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: March 18, 2026

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

As we approach the end of Ramadan, a month filled with mercy, forgiveness, grace, and blessings, we are experiencing the spiritual peace of reaching Laylat al-Qadr, a blessed night that Allah Almighty has described as “better than a thousand months.”

Undoubtedly, this blessed night offers a great opportunity for the enlightenment of our inner world and the increase of our spiritual peace. I believe that this night, which guides people to profound thought and reflection, will contribute to the unity and solidarity we need always and everywhere, and that respect and love, the most important values ​​that make up a society, will be strengthened and come to life in our hearts tonight.

On this occasion, I wish health, peace, and well-being to all of humanity, especially my esteemed fellow citizens and the Islamic world; and I congratulate our nation and the Islamic world on this blessed night, Laylat al-Qadr, which is announced in the Holy Quran as being better than a thousand months. May our Laylat al-Qadr be blessed.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Asaf Atasoy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Asfa Holding, included the following statements in his message;

“We are experiencing the excitement and joy of reaching the blessed month of Ramadan, the sultan of eleven months, a time of mercy, blessings, and forgiveness that the Islamic world has been eagerly awaiting.”

This month is a sacred month in which our holy book, the Quran, began to be revealed, and in which we observe the fast.

During this holy month, tending to the wounds of our poor and needy brothers and sisters, sitting at the same table regardless of wealth or poverty, age or youth, and standing side by side will make our unity and solidarity more meaningful and stronger.

Furthermore, during these precious days, we should pay even more attention to not neglecting our precious Martyr Families, our heroic Veterans, mothers, fathers, and all our elders, who are the legacy of our revered martyrs.

I pray to Almighty God that in this month of mercy and forgiveness, filled with blessings, He will not withhold love from our hearts, abundance from our tables, and peace and happiness from our homes; that He will grant us many more beautiful days where friendship, peace, and brotherhood prevail; and that He will accept our fasting and our acts of worship.

With these feelings and thoughts, I congratulate all my fellow citizens from Erzurum and Istanbul, our beloved nation, and the entire Islamic world on the blessed month of Ramadan.

Abdullah Yiğit – Istanbul

Last Update: February 16, 2026