Franka Franklin's Prayers Accompany Nadiem Makarim Through Difficult Times

JAKARTA - Life’s trials are currently besieging Nadiem Makarim’s family in layered forms. On Wednesday (13 May 2026), the former Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology not only had to sit through the reading of an 18-year prison sentence demand in the alleged corruption case concerning Chromebook procurement, but on the same day, he was also rushed to hospital for immediate medical treatment. Through a social media post, Franka shared snippets of her feelings while accompanying her husband through one of the most critical points in their lives. “Yesterday started in court. Last night, Nadiem went under the knife for the fifth time,” Franka stated, quoting her Instagram account on Thursday (14 May 2026). The exceptionally high prison demand delivered a profound psychological blow. Nadiem once expressed his disappointment and heartbreak following the trial hearing. He felt that his dedication and service were repaid with such a heavy demand by the state. Despite being shrouded in disappointment, he remained grateful and appreciative of the presence of supporters who made him feel he was not facing the lengthy judicial process alone. As his life partner, Franka chose not to let her energy drain away in the whirlpool of the legal matter. “I will not speak about the demands they read out,” Franka said. For her, providing love and emotional protection was an undelayable priority. She wanted to ensure her husband felt real support from those closest to him, including herself. This loyalty ultimately became a moral shield for Nadiem amid the storm of problems battering his career and life. As if the mental burden from the courtroom were not enough, Nadiem had to immediately confront the reality of his deteriorating physical condition.