Corfu, Greece – A group of permanent residents of Corfu’s Old Town has released a statement vehemently condemning what they describe as ‘unabashed and vulgar attacks’ against the former director of the Ephorate of Antiquities of Corfu, Ms. T. Rigakou.
Defense of Ms. Rigakou’s Work
The statement, issued yesterday, January 6, 2026, expresses the group’s shock and dismay at the recent onslaught of criticism directed at Ms. Rigakou. They emphasize her significant role in safeguarding Corfu’s Old Town, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. The residents argue that the attacks aim to discredit her work and undermine the Ephorate of Antiquities’ efforts in preserving the historical monument.
Unreasonable Demands Rejected
According to the group, the ‘poisonous arrows’ launched against Ms. Rigakou primarily originate from individuals or entities whose ‘unreasonable demands’ were rejected by the Ephorate of Antiquities of Corfu (EFAKE). They assert that without the protective stance of the Ephorate, the Old Town would not have been preserved in its current state, free from rampant commercialization.
Challenges and Future Expectations
The residents acknowledge that errors and omissions may have occurred during such a monumental undertaking. However, they strongly criticize the marginalization of those genuinely concerned with the monument’s protection from decision-making centers, especially in violation of the rules and conditions for the Old Town’s inclusion in the UNESCO list. This, they state, was and remains a tragic mistake.
The group anticipates that the new director of the service will rectify this mistake to ensure the preservation of the Old Town and its permanent residences, which have kept it alive throughout the centuries. They conclude their statement with a promise to ‘return’ to the issue, suggesting further developments may follow.
Additional Information
The statement was published by Corfu TV News on January 6, 2026. The wider context of the attacks on Ms. Rigakou and the specific ‘unreasonable demands’ were not detailed in the provided information.
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