Emphasising Collaboration and Data Openness, Deputy Interior Minister Wiyagus Highlights TB Handling in Bandar Lampung
Collaboration across sectors and data openness are key to accelerating tuberculosis (TB) handling in regions. Additionally, support from regional heads, availability of health service facilities, and involvement of cadres are crucial assets in driving this acceleration.
This was conveyed by Deputy Minister of Home Affairs (Wamendagri) Akhmad Wiyagus during his attendance at the Strengthening Commitment and Real Action for Tuberculosis Control event at the Semergou Hall, Bandar Lampung City Government Office, on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.
According to him, TB handling is a serious concern for the central government with a target resolution within three years. These efforts continue to be promoted through various regional activities as a form of strengthening collective commitment.
“Mr President has given special attention… this three years must be completed,” he stated.
In line with that target, Wiyagus emphasised the importance of an active field approach, particularly through early detection of potentially exposed communities, so that handling can be carried out quickly and accurately.
On that occasion, he also assessed that the Bandar Lampung City Government has shown readiness in TB handling. Nevertheless, he reiterated that data openness is a key factor that cannot be ignored. Accurate and transparent data will facilitate the government in determining appropriate intervention steps.
“No need to fear presenting the real data… no need to hide any data,” he asserted firmly.
Furthermore, Wiyagus affirmed that TB handling cannot be done partially, but requires collaboration from all parties, from local governments (Pemda) to the community. He encouraged a proactive approach by directly reaching out to the community, rather than just waiting for patients to come to health facilities.
“We are proactive, not just waiting, yes, at the Puskesmas, not just waiting at the hospital, … here the importance of collaboration,” he said.
He added that the TB issue is not only related to health aspects but also impacts community productivity and the quality of human resources. Therefore, its handling is an important part of supporting the national development agenda, including towards Golden Indonesia 2045.
Finally, Wiyagus invited all parties to eliminate the stigma against TB in society. He emphasised that the disease can be treated and there is no need to cover it up.