KPK Delves Into MAKI's Report On Gratuities Of 100 Thousand Singapore Dollars Allegedly Related To Joko Tjandra

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JAKARTA - The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) confirmed that it received a report from the Coordinator of the Indonesian Anti-Corruption Society (MAKI) Boyamin Saiman regarding gratuities of 100 thousand Singapore dollars.

Acting KPK spokesman for the field of prosecution Ali Fikri said that his party was ready to explore the gifts which were allegedly related to the Joko Tjandra case.

"It is true that the person concerned has reported this to the KPK. Next, we will verify and analyze it," Ali said in a written statement to reporters, Monday, October 5.

He appreciated Boyamin's reporting. In fact, he asked all parties who received gratuities to imitate this.

"The KPK appreciates the public for the alleged corruption and gratification against the KPK," he said.

"We will inform further developments about the next," he continued.

Previously, Boyamin claimed to have received 100 thousand Singapore dollars which was allegedly related to the Joko Tjandra case. He admitted, there were a number of people who met him on September 21 and gave the money.

Even though he refused, the person who met him still insisted on giving him money and still put the money in his bag.

It is known that Boyamin has often provided evidence against corruption cases, including in the Joko Tjandra case. He also repeatedly disclosed matters related to a number of cases that ensnared Joko, including those related to the issuance of fatwas at the Supreme Court (MA).