Duet Response With Jusuf Hamka, Anies Baswedan: Babah Alun Is Indeed An Old Friend

Former Governor of DKI Jakarta Anies Baswedan (Diah Ayu/VOI)

JAKARTA - The candidate for governor of Jakarta, Anies Baswedan, responded to the news about a possible duet with Jusuf Hamka alias Babah Alun in the 2024 Jakarta Governor and Deputy Governor Election (Pilgub).

Anies stated that the opportunity was part of the ongoing communication.

"Let the communication flow naturally," said Anies at iNews Tower, Kebon Sirih, Menteng, Central Jakarta, last Wednesday.

Anies revealed that Jusuf Hamka was an old friend who was often involved in activities in Jakarta during Anies' tenure as governor of Jakarta.

"Mr. Jusuf Hamka or Babah Alun is an old friend who when I was on duty in Jakarta, he also carried out many activities in Jakarta," explained Anies.

Furthermore, Anies said that the name of the candidate for deputy governor who would accompany him in the Jakarta gubernatorial election would be announced in due course. He asked the public to be patient.

"Later on, we will announce who is the most suitable to submit together," concluded Anies.

Previously, Jusuf Hamka stated that he was ready to have a duet with anyone in the 2024 Jakarta gubernatorial election, including Anies Baswedan. However, Jusuf emphasized that he would follow the decision of the Golkar Party, the political party where he belongs.

"I am ready if the party agrees. I am good friends with Pak Anies, as well as Pak Ahok (Basuki Tjahaja Purnama)," said Jusuf Hamka a few weeks ago.