Rafina: Mayor Dimitra Tseva removes Deputy Mayor Babis Zafeiroplous

Dimitra Tseva, the Mayor of Rafina-Pikermi, has officially revoked the appointment of Babis Zafeiroplous as the Deputy Mayor for Civil Protection. The decision, published on November 9, 2026, was formally justified by the need to redistribute responsibilities to ensure the effective operation of municipal services.

The removal follows a public disagreement during a Municipal Committee meeting regarding the coverage of expenses for a KEDE conference. Zafeiroplous stated that the issue should have been discussed through standard procedures rather than via an emergency decree. In a public statement, Zafeiroplous expressed respect for the Mayor's decision and his responsibility to choose his collaborators, while noting his commitment to serving the citizens of Rafina and Pikermi.

This development occurs amidst ongoing political instability within the municipal administration. In March 2026, seven municipal councilors from the governing party declared their independence, causing the Mayor to lose her majority. The councilors cited concerns regarding transparency, dialogue, and centralization as reasons for their departure.