Dito Ariotedjo's Determination Proves Age Is Only A Figure

The new Menpora, Dito Ariotedjo (left). (Photo: Doc. Kemenpora)

JAKARTA - Dito Ariotedjo is now the youngest minister in the Advanced Indonesia Cabinet. He holds the position of Minister of Youth and Sports (Menpora) at the age of 32.

With age, there is a view about his ability to bear this great responsibility. Dito himself admitted that it doesn't matter if anyone doubts him.

Dito Ariotedjo officially became Menpora after being inaugurated by President Joko Widodo, Monday, April 3. He replaced Zainudin Amali who placed his position to fill the position of deputy chairman of PSSI.

On Tuesday, April 4 afternoon WIB, the handover procession (sertijab) was carried out from the Acting Minister of Youth and Sports, Muhadjir Effendy, to Dito. At this moment, Dito shared a little of the story when he first stepped foot in his new office.

"Yesterday when I first entered the Menpora office on the 10th floor, I gathered with all Echelon 1 and 2 ranks," said Dito after handing over the position at the Menpora Office, Senayan.

"I'm just as it is, I said maybe the mother and father here are the first time they have been felt, suddenly led by a child who may be the same age as their children and grandchildren," continued Dito.

Although fairly young for a minister in Jokowi's Cabinet, Dito emphasized his commitment to carry out his duties and responsibilities well.

He also has no problem if there are parties who doubt his performance.

"It cannot be ruled out (the doubts that arise), that I have no problem in doubt, I am also very confident that it will be questioned," said the young Golkar politician.

"But I have made a commitment that I stand here in the trust of the President (Jokowi) and also in the trust of the General Chairperson (Golkar) who has recommended me," he said.

"So whatever I will face, I will install and move to advance Indonesian sports and youth," he continued.

As a young minister, Dito invited all staff at the Ministry of Youth and Sports to prove that the younger generation was able to bring Indonesia forward.

"I ask for help, let's use this 1.5 years to prove to Indonesia that the younger generation is ready to lead and the younger generation brings Indonesia to be better," said the former President of RANS FC.

"I want to ask for prayers and support from the entire Kemenpora family and all stakeholders. What is certain is that in the future, let's work together, move together, to advance sports and young people," added Dito.