Corruption Eradication Requires Collective Support, Not Just Presidential Commitment
JAKARTA – The chairman of the Jayabaya University Foundation, Moestar Putrajaya, has described the eradication of corruption as a highly important test of leadership for President Prabowo Subianto. In his view, corruption poses a serious threat to the realisation of a just, advanced and prosperous Indonesia.
“The uncovering of various cases shows that law enforcement continues to function. However, the sheer number of emerging cases also serves as a reminder that corruption remains a serious problem that must be eradicated consistently,” Moestar said in a press statement on Monday (20 July 2026).
He stressed that corruption is not merely a legal violation, but a betrayal of the people’s trust. Every misappropriated fund, he said, means fewer opportunities for citizens to obtain education, healthcare services and proper development.
For this reason, Moestar declared his support for President Prabowo’s commitment to building a clean government and strengthening the fight against corruption. In his view, that commitment must be realised through law enforcement that is fair, transparent and applied without discrimination.
“The people’s trust will grow when the law stands equally firm for everyone,” he said.
Nevertheless, he emphasised that the war against corruption cannot be borne by the President alone. Government, law enforcement agencies, the education sector, business actors, the mass media, religious figures and society must stand in one line, rejecting corruption in any form.
Moestar believes universities have a responsibility to produce generations that are not only intelligent but also possess integrity. In his view, character education must be the main foundation in building an anti-corruption culture.
“Honesty, responsibility and integrity must be instilled from an early age so that a generation emerges with the courage to reject corrupt practices in any form,” he said.
He also expressed hope that President Prabowo would continue to lead the fight against corruption with courage and firmness.
“The people do not demand a perfect leader, but the people always respect a leader who dares to side with the truth and safeguard the trust placed in them,” he said.
In closing, Moestar affirmed that history will remember leaders not only for their economic achievements or physical development, but also for their ability to preserve the people’s trust and bequeath a clean government.
“Corruption steals not only state money, but also the nation’s future. Indonesia will become great not merely because of its natural wealth, but because of the integrity of its leaders and the growth of honesty within society,” he concluded.