Syahrul Yasin Limpo, Profile And Trace Of Education To Become Jokowi's Cabinet Minister

Minister of Agriculture (Mentan) Syahrul Yasin Limpo (SYL). (Irfan Meidianto/VOI)

JAKARTA - Syahrul Yasil Limpo (SYL), Minister of Agriculture in the Jokowi era in the second period was reportedly named a suspect by the KPK. He has been active in the world of Indonesian politics for a long time. Before he navigated the world, Syahrul Yasin Limpo had an interesting story starting from his school trip.

A long career journey so that he can understand the political map of Indonesia. Syahrul Yasin Limpo received basic education in Pangkajene.

Born on March 11, 1964, in South Sulawesi, precisely in Pangkajene. He spent the early days of school in his homeland in Pangkajene.

Then he continued to SMP Negeri 6 Makassar. There is nothing special here until Syahrul Yasin Limpo enters the Cenderawasih Ujung Pandang Catholic High School. He was educated until 1973.

After completing his secondary school, he decided to continue his education at Hasanuddin University Makassar, choosing the Faculty of Law as his basis.

While on campus, he not only pursues a law degree, but also acts as editor-in-chief of a student newsletter called "Justisi." That is one way for him to contribute and be actively involved in campus life.

In 1983, he earned his law degree, an important achievement that provided a strong foundation. However, his ambition has not ended there. In 1999, he decided to pursue master education at the State Administration Agency (LAN), deepening his understanding of administration and government.

Furthermore, Syahrul Yasin Limpo continued his higher education by taking the master law program at Hasanuddin University. His enthusiasm for knowledge never faded, and he finally decided to pursue a doctorate in the same institution.

This diverse education reflects his determination to continue to develop. With a solid foundation of education, he entered politics with deep belief and understanding of law and administration.

Syahrul Yasin Limpo is a good example that education is the key to building a successful career and making a big contribution to community services.

Based on his track record, Syahrul Yasin Limpo started his political career as a member of the Golkar Party. Within the party, he held an important position as Secretary of the Central Leadership Council (DPP) of the South Sulawesi region of Golkar from 1993 to 1998.

However, in 2018, his journey in the Golkar Party ended, and he decided to switch to the Nasdem Party. In the Nasdem Party, he was trusted to be the chairman of the DPP in the 2018-2023 period.

In the government, the initial experience began at the level I Regional Secretary (Setwilda) of the South Sulawesi Provincial Government. During this period, he served in various positions, including the Head of Government, Head of Development Section, and Head of the Affairs Section of the Young Generation and Sports.

His career continues to grow, and he was elected as Regent of Gowa Regency in two consecutive terms, namely 1994-1998 and 1998-2002. Furthermore, he became Deputy Governor of South Sulawesi from 2003 to 2008.

In the 2008 South Sulawesi Pilkada, Syahrul Yasin Limpo ran for the position of Governor of South Sulawesi, paired with Agus Arifin Nu'mang as a candidate for deputy governor. They are supported by a number of parties, including PDIP, PAN, PDK, and PDS. As a result, they won the highest seat in the South Sulawesi Regional Government with 39.53 percent of the votes.

In addition to his political career, Syahrul Yasin Limpo has experience in various institutions, including the Secretary of the South Sulawesi KNPI DPP, the Chairperson of the South Sulawesi AMPI DPP, the Chairman of the South Sulawesi FKPPI, the Chairperson of the Scout Movement Kwarda, and the Chairman of Kosgoro 57.

In 2019, Syahrul Yasin Limpo was invited by President Joko Widodo to join the Advanced Indonesia Cabinet as Minister of Agriculture for the 2019-2024 period.

The award he has won includes the Satyalancana Pembangunan in 2001, the Satyalancana Wira Karya in 2003, and the award as the best governor at the Leadership Award in 2017.

Until finally Syahrul Yasin Limpo was suspected of being the perpetrator of corruption and was being investigated by the KPK.