The former Regent of Tanah Bumbu, Mardani Maming, who is former treasurer of Nahdlatul Ulama (the largest Moslem organization in Indonesia), was named graft suspect by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) in 2022. A series of amusing events followed the legal process before Mardani was found guilty in early 2023. Mardani, however, refused to surrender and filed for a Reconsideration. During the process, it looks like Mardani gained support from various legal experts, however, it was not enough. This week, Mardani’s petition was granted, but the Supreme Court only reduced his prison time by two years. The rest of the sentence remains the same. To subscribe please click here
