By: Ahmad Pahlevi) *
The circulation of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Investigation Order (KPK) against the former KPU Commissioner Wahyu setiawan is full of irregularities. The public suspects that the KPK was deliberately sprinting to target certain targets. KPK is expected not to carry out political maneuvers in the process of law enforcement because it will undermine public confidence. Karyono Wibowo as a political observer from the Indonesian Public Institute (IPI), requested the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) to immediately provide clarification regarding the circulation of an investigative warrant (Sprin.Lidik) of the OTT Commissioner Wahyu KPU related to bribery cases relating to the administration of Inter-Time Change. Members of the Indonesian Parliament from the PDI-Perjuangan faction.
Sprin.lidik referred to by Karyono regarding OTT Wahyu Setiawan has number 146/01/12/2019 and was signed on December 20, 2010 by Agus Raharjo. Sprin.lidik was allegedly addressed to the names of KPK investigators. In fact, at the same time the commissioner and Dewas KPK 2019-2023 period was officially inaugurated by President Jokowi. Karyono considered himself in need of clarification regarding the OTT investigation of the KPU commissioner. He considered the letter dated December 20 and signed by KPK chairman Agus Raharjo, was worthy of suspicion because there was an attempt to avoid the Dewas KPK permit.
If the KPK sprints that have been circulating are true, then this can lead to negative perceptions for the KPK institution. Namely, the Public will conclude as if there are other targets behind the law enforcement efforts. Karyono added that the circulation of a letter similar to that of Sprin Lidik from the KPK institution related to the bribery case of KPU commissioners who were scattered added to the list of events that alleged the leak of Sprin lidik that had occurred before. This certainly can undermine public confidence in the KPK’s own institutions.
On the other hand a number of irregularities in the handling of KPU cases were also smelled. Some other things such as the Sprint Lidik are still with the old Chairperson, not yet updated with the new Chairperson, besides that the date of the handwritten warrant needs to be questioned regarding its validity. In addition, actions related to sealing rooms and locations carried out while still under investigation Another irregularity is that the Investigator is not pleased to show clearly the assignment or investigation warrant to the parties they visited. The KPK is also considered to play an opinion in the media to cover up procedural errors, inadequate evidence, and the arrogance of KPK investigators
With regard to a number of incidents of determining a number of corruption suspects through Operation Catching Hands (OTT) which were carried out in conjunction with the momentum of political struggle, the KPK had set the regional head candidates as suspects shortly after being appointed as regional head candidates by the local KPUD. In addition, the OTT case against a party cadre in the midst of the momentum of a particular political party’s agenda carried out repeatedly was considered to invite public questions because this seemed to have been used as a pattern by anti-tribal institutions in Indonesia. In conclusion, there are allegations that in addition to conducting law enforcement, the KPK is also considered to carry out political maneuvers by capitalizing corruption cases.
Nevertheless, the case of the KPU commissioner OTT was indeed required to be processed because at least two pieces of evidence were available. Karyono stated that law enforcement efforts are a necessity and corruption eradication must be implemented. However, as a law enforcement agency the KPK should not be able to maneuver as is the case with political parties. He also emphasized that the KPK should not be subject to procedural or administrative defects.
Meanwhile, intelligence and security observer Stanislaus Riyanta also commented. His party considers if there is an administrative evaluation at the KPK especially if the KPK Investigation Order regarding the Commission’s OTT is true. The reason is that such an administration can be considered looking for loopholes to pass certain goals. According to him, the eradication of corruption must be implemented and anyone involved in corruption must be dealt with firmly without compromising. However, in its actions the KPK also needs to pay attention to applicable regulations, including compliance with all procedures and administration. He added, do not let this eradication of rasuah efforts to intervene because there is administrative disorder. If this happens, a lawsuit can be carried out through a pretrial whose impact is counterproductive to the KPK.
For anti-religious institutions like a constructive system. Work optimally and be able to work together for the country. So don’t tarnish public trust. Procedural and administrative defects should be avoided. Considering, the KPK has sufficient authority. Walk according to the legal corridor and build the country to be free from corruption.
) * The author is a social political observer