JAKARTADAILY.ID – The Minister of Communication and Informatics, Johnny G Plate, has been implicated as a suspect in an ongoing corruption investigation led by the Attorney General's Office (AGO).
The corruption case revolves around the allocation of funds for the provision of 4G Base Transceiver Station (BTS) infrastructure and Supporting Infrastructure Packages 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 under the Ministry of Communication and Informatics' Accessibility Telecommunications (BAKTI) program for the years 2020-2022.
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Ketut Sumedana, the Head of the AGO's Legal Information Center, confirmed the development during a press conference held at the AGO headquarters in Jakarta on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. "One person has been named a suspect, and immediate detention measures have been taken," stated Sumedana.
The decision to name Minister Johnny G Plate as a suspect came after a thorough investigation conducted by the AGO. The politician from the Nasdem Ink Party underwent three rounds of questioning, with the examinations taking place on February 14 and March 15, 2023, as reported by Merahputih.com.
The Finance and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) has also concluded its assessment of the state's financial losses resulting from the alleged corruption case within the BAKTI Kominfo program. BPKP Head, Muhammad Yusuf Ateh, revealed that the estimated financial loss amounts to IDR 8 trillion.
The investigation into the corruption allegations surrounding the provision of BTS infrastructure and supporting packages has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. The involvement of a sitting Minister has raised concerns and sparked discussions about transparency and accountability within the government.
The AGO's decision to name Minister Johnny G Plate as a suspect reflects their commitment to combating corruption at all levels. As the investigation progresses, further details are expected to emerge regarding the specific charges and evidence against the Minister.
This high-profile case serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the Indonesian government in tackling corruption and the importance of upholding integrity and public trust in public office. The outcome of this investigation will undoubtedly have significant implications for the country's political landscape and efforts to combat corruption.
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