'Yakuza Manages' Organisation Formed in Indonesia, Revealed: Its Founder

An organisation named Yakuza Maneges has been widely discussed by the public following its declaration in Kediri, East Java. Yakuza Maneges differs from the ‘Yakuza’ associated with the Japanese mafia.

Citing Detikcom, the organisation promotes a social and spiritual movement to embrace marginalised communities.

Who is its founder? Yakuza Maneges was established under the leadership of Gus Thuba. The organisation is said to emerge with the spirit of inclusive da’wah inspired by the teachings of the charismatic cleric from Kediri, Gus Miek.

Gus Thuba, a young figure known for his closeness to spirituality and pesantren culture, officially launched the Yakuza Maneges community in Kediri, a social-spiritual movement built on a distinctive ideological foundation to embrace marginalised society.

The inauguration was attended by Kediri Mayor Vinanda Prameswati, who delivered a warm address welcoming the birth of the community.

Gus Thuba, whose full name is Thuba Topo Broto Maneges, admits to being strongly inspired by the example of Gus Miek. He adopts Gus Miek’s approach as a da’wah methodology applied directly in the field.

Gus Thuba’s relationship with Gus Miek is spiritual and ideological. Gus Thuba inherits the perspective that people considered ‘naughty’, ‘thugs’, or ‘castaways’ are the true field for da’wah. They are not to be judged, but rather embraced and empowered.

Ideology of Yakuza Maneges

The name ‘Yakuza’ often sparks controversy. However, Gus Thuba emphasises that the name was chosen deliberately and carries its own meaning.

“Under my leadership, this organisation stands with a strong spirit of spirituality and humanity. Yakuza Maneges is a place for our brothers whom we often call ‘left-path santri’,” explained Gus Thuba in his address, citing Detikcom, Thursday (14/5/2026).