LPDP Suspects Scholarship Recipient's Husband Has Not Fulfilled Post-Study Contribution Obligations
The Education Fund Management Institution (LPDP) has stated that AP, the husband of Dwi Sasetyaningtyas, is an LPDP scholarship alumnus who is suspected of not having completed his mandatory post-study contribution obligations.
"AP is suspected of not having completed his contribution obligations after finishing his studies," LPDP wrote on the Instagram Story account lpdp_ri on Friday, 20 February 2027.
LPDP scholarship alumna Dwi Sasetyaningtyas previously went viral for commenting on her child's status as a British passport holder. The public subsequently turned its attention to Dwi's husband, who is also an LPDP scholarship alumnus.
Under existing regulations, all LPDP awardees and alumni are required to undertake a service contribution period in Indonesia lasting twice the duration of their studies plus one year.
LPDP is currently conducting an internal review of the husband's contribution record. The institution has also summoned AP for clarification. Should it be found that his contribution obligations have not been met, LPDP will proceed with enforcement action and sanctions, "including the repayment of all scholarship funds," the institution said.
LPDP expressed regret over the social media controversy sparked by Dwi, stating that her actions did not reflect the values of integrity, ethics, and professionalism instilled by LPDP in all scholarship recipients.
Nevertheless, LPDP confirmed that Dwi, who undertook two years of study, has completed her five-year contribution obligation. She completed her master's degree and graduated on 31 August 2017, and has fulfilled her entire service period in accordance with regulations.
"Accordingly, LPDP no longer has any legal bond with the individual concerned," the institution said.
LPDP stated it would continue efforts to communicate with Dwi, urging her to exercise greater wisdom in her use of social media and to be mindful of public sensitivities, "and to reaffirm that LPDP scholarship recipients have a national obligation to serve their country."
On social media, Dwi had previously shown off her child's British passport. She expressed her happiness and said she wanted her children to hold "strong foreign passports."
"I know the world looks unfair, but it's enough that I'm an Indonesian citizen — my children shouldn't have to be. Let's make sure the children have strong foreign passports," Dwi was quoted as saying via the X account @blaugrana1O.
She admitted she did not want her children to be Indonesian citizens, saying she was "tired" of being one. However, as a recipient of a scholarship funded by public money, Dwi claimed she endeavoured to voice the interests of the people.
Subsequently, Dwi posted an apology on her Instagram account @sasetyaningtyas.
"In connection with my previous post containing the statement 'it's enough that I'm an Indonesian citizen, my children shouldn't have to be,' I hereby extend my apologies," she said.
Dwi explained that the statement arose from personal disappointment, fatigue, and frustration as an Indonesian citizen regarding various conditions. However, she acknowledged that such disappointment should not have been expressed in a manner that could potentially hurt the feelings of many people, "especially in relation to the national identity we uphold together."
"AP is suspected of not having completed his contribution obligations after finishing his studies," LPDP wrote on the Instagram Story account lpdp_ri on Friday, 20 February 2027.
LPDP scholarship alumna Dwi Sasetyaningtyas previously went viral for commenting on her child's status as a British passport holder. The public subsequently turned its attention to Dwi's husband, who is also an LPDP scholarship alumnus.
Under existing regulations, all LPDP awardees and alumni are required to undertake a service contribution period in Indonesia lasting twice the duration of their studies plus one year.
LPDP is currently conducting an internal review of the husband's contribution record. The institution has also summoned AP for clarification. Should it be found that his contribution obligations have not been met, LPDP will proceed with enforcement action and sanctions, "including the repayment of all scholarship funds," the institution said.
LPDP expressed regret over the social media controversy sparked by Dwi, stating that her actions did not reflect the values of integrity, ethics, and professionalism instilled by LPDP in all scholarship recipients.
Nevertheless, LPDP confirmed that Dwi, who undertook two years of study, has completed her five-year contribution obligation. She completed her master's degree and graduated on 31 August 2017, and has fulfilled her entire service period in accordance with regulations.
"Accordingly, LPDP no longer has any legal bond with the individual concerned," the institution said.
LPDP stated it would continue efforts to communicate with Dwi, urging her to exercise greater wisdom in her use of social media and to be mindful of public sensitivities, "and to reaffirm that LPDP scholarship recipients have a national obligation to serve their country."
On social media, Dwi had previously shown off her child's British passport. She expressed her happiness and said she wanted her children to hold "strong foreign passports."
"I know the world looks unfair, but it's enough that I'm an Indonesian citizen — my children shouldn't have to be. Let's make sure the children have strong foreign passports," Dwi was quoted as saying via the X account @blaugrana1O.
She admitted she did not want her children to be Indonesian citizens, saying she was "tired" of being one. However, as a recipient of a scholarship funded by public money, Dwi claimed she endeavoured to voice the interests of the people.
Subsequently, Dwi posted an apology on her Instagram account @sasetyaningtyas.
"In connection with my previous post containing the statement 'it's enough that I'm an Indonesian citizen, my children shouldn't have to be,' I hereby extend my apologies," she said.
Dwi explained that the statement arose from personal disappointment, fatigue, and frustration as an Indonesian citizen regarding various conditions. However, she acknowledged that such disappointment should not have been expressed in a manner that could potentially hurt the feelings of many people, "especially in relation to the national identity we uphold together."