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Veliaj's loyalist dismissed, Ristani: There is no functional crisis in the Municipality

Politiko 2025-03-21 16:39:07

Veliaj's loyalist dismissed, Ristani: There is no functional crisis in the

The delegated mayor of Tirana, Anuela Ristani, reacted today through a statement on her opinion on the functioning of this institution after the arrest of Erion Veliaj.

Although he dismissed Veliaj's loyalists today , Ristani says that there is no functional crisis in the municipality and that work continues normally.

Regarding the decisions announced yesterday by Veliaj, Ristani said that they were made under conditions of truncated information.

"I feel it is an obligation to each of you, after a series of announcements that have circulated in the media these days, to share today in this press conference a full explanation on the way work is continuing in the Municipality of Tirana and how the institution that runs the capital of our country is being managed. The elected Mayor of Tirana, Erion Veliaj, in an effort to guarantee the continuity of the work that has been started, as he himself explained yesterday through his status on his social networks, has made several decisions. These decisions, taken in conditions of truncated information, but also reflected in the media in a hasty manner and never confirmed by the Municipality of Tirana, have created a misunderstanding and have brought confusion and unnecessary concern, which he himself clarified yesterday.

There is no functional crisis in the Municipality of Tirana. The work continues with the same dedication, with the same energy and with the same vision that has guided us over the years under the leadership of Mayor Erion Veliaj. We will not stop working for the city of the future, for our children, for a Tirana that tomorrow will make us proud in front of them. This is our duty – to the city, to every citizen of Tirana. Also, allow me to share with you a personal message. I have been part of this Municipality and the team led by Mayor Erion Veliaj for 10 years. I have worked every day alongside him, sacrificing time with my family to serve our city. For us, the Municipality of Tirana has always been more than an institution – it has been a shared mission. There is no security measure or media article that can diminish the respect and trust we have built with each other.

I strongly believe that the best way to honor the work and dedication of Erion Veliaj is for the Municipality of Tirana to continue to do its best for its citizens. Because in the end, history will remember deeds and not words – the work that is seen and not the rumors that are carried by the wind. I also want to express my gratitude to the Prime Minister, Mr. Edi Rama, who, in these challenging days, is standing by the staff of the Municipality and the city of Tirana. In conclusion, for any citizen seeking accurate information, all our communication channels remain active. The Citizens' Communication Office continues to be available with responsibility and dedication at the relevant counters. The toll-free number 0 800 0 888 is also in operation, along with our online addresses at [email protected]," said Ristani.