Ahmad Sahroni, Vice Chairman of Commission III of the DPR, has urged the Attorney General’s Office to prioritize the investigation of Sony Sonjaya over the 41 names allegedly involved in the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) corruption case. Sahroni stated that the information provided by Sonjaya could potentially be slander.
Why is the list of 41 names being contested?
Sahroni, who also serves as the Treasurer of the NasDem Party, suggested that the Attorney General’s Office should focus on the alleged criminal acts of Sonjaya. He cautioned that Sonjaya might be naming multiple individuals to mislead investigators.
“Kejaksaan fokus sama Sonny untuk tindak pidana yang diduga dia lakukan, Sonny juga jangan bawa-bawa nama orang banyak hanya sebatas kelabui penyidik saja,” Sahroni said on Saturday (20/6/2026).
Sahroni suggested that the Attorney General’s Office could investigate the information provided by Sonjaya only after the primary investigation into Sonjaya is completed.
What are the details of the MBG investigation?
Sony Sonjaya, a former Deputy Head of the BGN, is currently a suspect in the case involving the management of the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program. During his examination, Sonjaya applied for justice collaborator (JC) status.
His legal counsel, Krisna Murti, reported that the list of individuals involved in determining the Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPG) or MBG kitchens has expanded. While 26 names were initially discussed, the total has increased to 41 names following the review of chat records and tables during the interrogation at the Jampidsus building.
What could happen next in the case?
The Attorney General’s Office may proceed with the investigation of Sonjaya as a primary focus, following the recommendation from Commission III. Once the investigation into Sonjaya is concluded, authorities could then move to verify the 41 names mentioned in the expanded list.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many names are currently being investigated in relation to the MBG case?
While 26 names were initially mentioned, the total has grown to 41 names according to Sony Sonjaya’s lawyer. - What is Sony Sonjaya’s current legal status?
He is a suspect in the case regarding the management of the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program and has applied for justice collaborator status. - What did Ahmad Sahroni advise the Attorney General’s Office to do?
He requested that the office focus on investigating Sony Sonjaya’s alleged crimes first and treat the list of other names as potential slander.
How should investigators verify the claims of a justice collaborator while addressing concerns of potential slander?
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