BGN Faces Scrutiny as FABEM Demands Corruption Investigation

The Forum of Alumni of Student Executive Bodies and Student Senates (FABEM-SM) has called on the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) to thoroughly investigate allegations of corruption within the National Nutrition Agency (BGN).

The request was submitted through an official letter addressed to the AGO. FABEM emphasized that state programs designed to meet public needs must be free from corruption, collusion, and abuse of authority.

FABEM Chairman Zainuddin Arsyad stated that the organization fully supports the AGO in investigating any alleged irregularities within BGN.

“Corruption remains a major obstacle to development and public welfare. We support the Attorney General’s Office in conducting a comprehensive investigation into all alleged violations, particularly those involving programs that directly affect the public interest,” Zainuddin said in a written statement on Friday, June 5.

In its letter, FABEM outlined two key requests. First, it urged the AGO to conduct a thorough investigation into alleged irregularities within BGN, including the alleged sale and purchase of Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) and potential violations in the procurement of goods and services.

Second, FABEM requested that investigators examine the possible involvement of wider networks and other parties. According to the organization, the investigation should explore any links between the alleged perpetrators and certain foundations or organizations, as well as potential connections with officials at both central and regional government institutions.

FABEM also called for a review of the company that won the BGN tender process. In addition, it raised concerns regarding the registration of BGN partners, which reportedly remains open despite reports that the agency’s official partnership website is inaccessible or has been shut down.

Tody Ardiansyah Prabu, Deputy Chairman of FABEM’s Legal and Inter-Institutional Affairs Division, encouraged students, academics, community organizations, and civil society groups to support the legal process to ensure that it is conducted transparently and professionally.

According to FABEM, strict oversight is essential to ensure that national strategic programs are not undermined by allegations of misconduct. The organization noted that programs such as the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) initiative play a crucial role in improving nutrition, enhancing human resource quality, supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and promoting the use of locally sourced food products.

FABEM believes that firm legal action can contribute to better governance and stronger accountability in government programs, particularly those that directly affect the public interest.

Source : https://voi.id/en/news/578703