Last year, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) conducted sting operations in 2021 and uncovered the case of alleged corruption in Kolaka Timur. Among those arrested at the time was then Regent of Kolaka Timur, Andi Merya Nur (NasDem). From the operation, we learned that the problem in the regency is not that simple, so the KPK dug deeper and announced a development of investigation. Soon, Andi Merya was named as a suspect in the second case for allegedly bribing an official at the Ministry of Home Affairs. The Regent’s attempt to take advantage of the Regional National Economic Recovery (PEN) funds is at the heart of the case. Trial on the second case is reaching the finish line after only two months of proceedings. To subscribe please click here
