andreas apostolou — Andreas Apostolou, a Member of Parliament for EDEK, has announced his departure from the party, citing a decision that leaves him unable to pursue leadership roles. In a heartfelt post, Apostolou expressed his disappointment regarding the party’s recent actions, which he claims were made without prior discussion.
In his statement, Apostolou revealed that he received a letter informing him of the party’s stance on May 3, 2025. This letter indicated that, as an associate member from the Citizens’ Alliance, he would not be eligible to run for leadership positions. He emphasised that this decision effectively excludes him from active participation in EDEK’s policy-making.
Apostolou, who has served four years in parliament, described the move as unfair and expressed his feelings of being sidelined. “I did not expect it, and I believe I do not deserve it,” he said, asserting that he only sought a fair opportunity to contest for a leadership role.
He chose to withhold the contents of the letter initially, hoping for a reversal of the decision before the election of new party leadership. However, he stated that his patience had run out as the new leadership did not address his concerns.
Reflecting on his time with EDEK, Apostolou expressed gratitude for the support he received from fellow members and the public. He noted that he received significant preference votes in past elections, which he believes demonstrate his commitment to the party and his constituents. “EDEK elected an MP in the Larnaca District after 50 years. I contributed to keeping EDEK alive in the 2024 European elections,” he remarked, highlighting his electoral success.
As he formally steps away, Apostolou plans to inform the President of the House of Representatives about his situation. He reiterated his dedication to the constituents of Larnaca, vowing to continue advocating for their needs, particularly in areas like health, education, and social welfare.
Despite the fallout with EDEK, Apostolou remains optimistic about his future political path. He expressed confidence in the achievements of his parliamentary work and called for unity among supporters. “We continue our struggle even more strongly. For our Larnaca, our district, and our people,” he affirmed, encouraging his followers to stay engaged and work towards a better future.
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