BGN Visits Bareskrim to Discuss Action Against Illegal SPPG Point Trading

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) visited Bareskrim to coordinate actions against illegal trading of SPPG points under the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. Deputy Head of BGN Sony Sonjaya stated the coordination was prompted by widespread illegal trading of SPPG points across various regions. He noted many citizens had fallen victim to scams where individuals falsely claimed to be BGN officials or associates, offering to process SPPG permits for a fee. “The complainants were victims of fraud by individuals posing as close associates of BGN officials, or even claiming to be BGN officials themselves, offering to register SPPG points in exchange for payment,” he told reporters at Bareskrim on Monday (25 May). Sony said several reports have been handled by police, including one in West Java where suspects were apprehended. He stressed the importance of coordinating with the MBG Task Force to ensure prompt processing of reports, preventing further misuse of the MBG programme for personal gain. Inspector General Nurworo Danang, Chief of the MBG Task Force, affirmed full support for legal enforcement against alleged MBG programme misuse, including SPPG point trading. “The MBG Task Force fully supports legal action against those misusing the MBG programme for illicit gains through unlawful means,” he stated. Nurworo also urged the public to report any suspected violations or deviations promptly for appropriate legal action. “We urge all citizens to report any violations or deviations, particularly suspected SPPG point trading, to local law enforcement authorities at the police station or provincial level,” he added.