Nuri Aslan

Nuri Aslan (born 10 November 1968) is a Turkish politician and businessman who serves as the acting Mayor of Istanbul since 2025, following the arrest and suspension of Ekrem İmamoğlu. He is a member of the Republican People's Party (CHP) and has served as First Deputy Chairman of the Municipal Council of Istanbul from 2024 to 2025.

Early life and education Aslan was born in 1969 in Sivas, Turkey. He moved to Istanbul for his higher education and graduated from Yıldız Technical University in 1990, earning a degree in Naval Machinery Engineering. After completing his studies, he entered the private sector and became a General Manager, where he gained professional experience before transitioning into public service.

Political career Aslan's political journey began in 1999 when he was elected as a municipal council member for Küçükçekmece, Istanbul.

Acting mayor of Istanbul

With the suspension of Ekrem İmamoğlu, Aslan's nomination as the CHP candidate for acting Mayor of Istanbul was made to ensure continued governance by the municipality and to block the government from appointing a AKP-aligned trustee. Following three rounds of voting, Aslan secured victory with 177 votes, surpassing his AKP rival, Zeynel Abidin Okul, who received 125 votes. Aslan, alongside CHP leader Özgür Özel, said the position was entrusted to him temporarily and that he will continue the work Imamoglu has done, expressing full support for his previous work.

Personal life Aslan is married and has three children.