In a significant development for regional governance, Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has officially appointed Sukirman, the current Deputy Regent of Pekalongan, as the Acting (Plt) Regent of Pekalongan. This crucial decision ensures continuity in the local administration of the region.
This critical appointment follows the designation of the former Pekalongan Regent, Fadia Arafiq, as a suspect in an alleged corruption case. The charges involve the procurement of outsourcing services and other related acquisitions within the Pekalongan Regency Government for the fiscal years 2023-2026, a situation that has cast a shadow over local administration.
The appointment was officially confirmed by Sumarno, the Regional Secretary of the Central Java Provincial Government, who spoke to reporters on Thursday, March 5. “Yes, the Governor has directly appointed his deputy, Sukirman, as the Acting Regent of Pekalongan,” Sumarno stated, affirming the immediate need for leadership continuity.
Sumarno further clarified that Sukirman’s installment as Acting Regent is a decisive measure taken to ensure the seamless operation of the governmental machinery and to maintain the smooth delivery of essential public services to the community. This move underscores a commitment to administrative stability amidst challenging circumstances.
Regarding the formal inauguration, Sumarno added that it awaits further directives and instructions from the Governor, indicating that the official ceremony will proceed once all necessary arrangements are in place.
Reflecting on these unfolding events, Sumarno issued a poignant call to all regional heads across Central Java, as well as to civil servants (ASN), urging them to uphold unwavering integrity in their professional duties.
He emphasized the profound lesson derived from this situation, stating, “This serves as a crucial reminder for all of us that integrity is paramount. We must diligently safeguard the trust bestowed upon us. Let us all collectively strive to maintain our integrity.”
Summary
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has officially appointed Sukirman, the current Deputy Regent of Pekalongan, as the Acting (Plt) Regent of Pekalongan. This critical decision follows the designation of the former Pekalongan Regent, Fadia Arafiq, as a suspect in an alleged corruption case related to procurement services for 2023-2026. The appointment was confirmed by Sumarno, the Regional Secretary of the Central Java Provincial Government, aiming to ensure continuity in local administration.
Sukirman’s installment is a decisive measure to guarantee the seamless operation of governmental machinery and maintain smooth delivery of essential public services to the community. The formal inauguration awaits further directives and instructions from the Governor. Sumarno also issued a call to all regional heads and civil servants across Central Java, urging them to uphold unwavering integrity in their professional duties.