By Diandra Yusril )*
Eradicating corruption is one of the major agendas in President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. Amidst the challenges of law enforcement that are not easy, the strong commitment of the head of state is an important signal that corruption will no longer have a place in the Indonesian government system. In the first six months of his leadership, President Prabowo has shown extraordinary firmness that has received appreciation from various groups, from the legislature, policy review institutions, to civil society organizations. They are of one voice in giving support to the President’s courage and real steps in fighting corruption which has so far been one of the nation’s greatest enemies.
Member of Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives from the Gerindra Party Faction, Martin D. Tumbelaka, openly expressed his support for President Prabowo’s commitment to eradicating corruption. According to him, the President’s courage to directly convey that he will not be afraid to face anyone who obstructs the law enforcement process is a form of true leadership. Even when there is pressure or threats against law enforcement officers who are carrying out their duties, the President remains firm. This is a real example of leadership that does not only talk, but also acts.
Martin also highlighted the significant achievements in the six months of President Prabowo’s administration, where hundreds of trillions of rupiah of state funds were saved from potential misuse and corruption. This is not a small number, and not just an image narrative. This is concrete evidence that the current government is working based on results and not empty promises. The legislator from the North Sulawesi Electoral District also assessed that the President’s steps are in line with the mandate of Asta Cita number seven, namely building a clean, effective, and trusted government. He ensured that Commission III of the DPR will continue to monitor and support the policy so that it does not stop midway.
Appreciation also came from public policy observers. Executive Director of the National Political and Economic Policy Agency (PKPEN), Bambang Widjanarko Setio, praised President Prabowo’s high spirit and commitment in eradicating corruption. According to him, the action against major corruptors carried out by the Attorney General’s Office and the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is concrete evidence that law enforcement officers are currently not working half-heartedly. This shows that the President is not playing politics on the issue of corruption, but is truly serious about eradicating corrupt practices that damage the foundations of national life.
Bambang expressed his belief that public support for the President in the corruption eradication agenda is increasingly widespread, along with increasing public trust in firm and fair law enforcement. The people are fed up and angry over the rampant corruption cases that implicate high-ranking officials, harm state finances, and cause misery to the common people. Therefore, the courage of law enforcement officers in taking action against any perpetrator of corruption—without discrimination—will further strengthen public trust in the government.
On the other hand, support from civil society organizations also plays an important role in supporting the anti-corruption movement. The Chairman of the Regional Leadership Council of the Indonesian Anti-Corruption Institute (Legatisi) of West Kalimantan, Edyy Ruslan, expressed his full support for President Prabowo’s steps. He considered that the President’s vision to realize a clean government free from corrupt practices is a goal that must be supported by all elements of the nation. Legatisi, as part of civil society, is ready to be a strategic partner in efforts to encourage transparency, public oversight, and accountability in various levels of government.
Edyy emphasized that corruption is a common enemy that must be eradicated comprehensively. He highlighted the importance of strengthening law enforcement institutions, accelerating bureaucratic reform, and increasing public participation in monitoring the running of government. According to him, President Prabowo’s commitment to improving the bureaucratic system and mentality is an important foundation in building governance that is free from corruption. This effort must of course be supported by consistent policies and political courage to take action against perpetrators, regardless of their position.
He invited the public to actively report indications of budget misappropriation as part of an inclusive and collaborative national movement. He invited the public to dare to report any indications of budget misappropriation in their respective environments. With community involvement, efforts to eradicate corruption become a collective movement that grows from below. This is an important part of participatory democracy that is the foundation of a modern state.
Seeing such broad support from various parties, it appears that the spirit of eradicating corruption in the era of President Prabowo is not just discourse, but has become a systematic and organized joint movement. What the President has done in the last six months is an early indication that this government is serious about fixing the legacy of problems from the past. The challenges are still great, and resistance from corruptors who feel threatened will certainly continue to exist. However, with the support of the community, the courage of the authorities, and the consistency of the President, corruption can be fought more effectively.
This is a noble task that requires not only courage, but also integrity, synergy, and exemplary behavior from the nation’s leaders. If all elements of the nation remain solid, then a clean, just, and prosperous Indonesia will become a reality that can be realized soon.
)* the author is a legal observer