The latest Sting Operation Committed by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) caused an unexpected drama. The operation was conducted related to alleged corruption in a project belonging to the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas), then the KPK officially named five suspects in this case, including the Chief of Basarnas, Air Marshal Henri Alfiandi. Henri allegedly received grafts worth a whooping Rp88 billion (nearly US$6 million) in just two years. Amidst the public’s shock, however, the TNI caused a commotion. They protested the KPK’s decision because two suspects were active military officers. The situation got worse because the problematic Deputy Chief of KPK, Johanis Tanak, apologized and blamed his subordinates. The public witnessed yet another internal brawl within the KPK as the KPK Chief, Firli Bahuri, gave a statement that was contrary to what Johanis presented. With so much drama happening in less than a week plus public pressure, the TNI has finally officially named Henri and his staff as suspects in the same case. What can we learn from this?To subscribe please click here
