Androulakis Slams Government for ‘Hiding the Truth’ on Tempi, Surveillance, and OPEKEPE Scandals

At a time when political tensions in Greece are running high, Nikos Androulakis, president of PASOK–Movement for Change, has launched a scathing attack on the New Democracy government, accusing it of doing “everything possible to hide the truth” regarding a series of scandals and issues of public concern.

Accusations of Political Cover-Up

In his statements, Androulakis describes Greece as a country in deep institutional and social turmoil, largely due to government mismanagement. He claims the executive branch:

• Seeks to avoid revealing the truth about the Tempi tragedy, where responsibility remains a matter of political and judicial debate.
• Is involved in surveillance scandals undermining public trust in institutions, raising concerns about data privacy and government overreach.
• Attempts to manage politically and communicate strategically regarding OPEKEPE, a case that has sparked parliamentary inquiries over questionable agricultural subsidies.

Androulakis argues that instead of embracing transparency and accountability, the government aims to shield political figures from scrutiny and public judgment.

Social and Economic Dimension

Beyond the scandals, Androulakis connects the institutional crisis to broader societal problems, including rising living costs, soaring rents, stagnant wages, and private debt pressures on households and small businesses.

He warns that these challenges have created “a society in crisis that no longer recognizes the mechanisms of representation that previously functioned”, reflecting a deep erosion of political trust.

 Institutional Decay or Opportunity for Change?

Androulakis’ attack highlights wider parapolitical tensions:

• The gap between political elites and society, with younger generations increasingly disillusioned with traditional parties and showing anti-establishment tendencies.
• Public and institutional pressure for political change, as citizens demand new faces and strategies amid social and economic challenges.
• Opposition parties leveraging scandals and justice issues to gain political advantage, further polarizing public discourse.

This parapolitical lens shows that the battle is not just about scandal management, but also about the future of political culture in Greece, with Androulakis placing “the ethics of politics” at the center.

Political Message

Androulakis closes with a clear political message: 2026 must mark an “exit from social and institutional stagnation”, which he argues the government has caused, and that political change is not merely desirable but imperative.

Nikos Androulakis’ fierce criticism reflects not just opposition politics but also a deep parapolitical reading of current events, where questioning government authority, demanding transparency, and advocating political renewal converge at the heart of Greece’s public life.

Source: pagenews.gr