Former KPU Commissioner Wahyu Setiawan Reluctant to Recall Past corruption Scandal
Jakarta, Jan 6 – Former KPU commissioner, Wahyu Setiawan, is unwilling to revisit the painful memories of his past involvement in a bribery case that led to the appointment of DPR member Harun Masiku. In a statement made at the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) headquarters in Jakarta on Monday (6/1/2025), Wahyu expressed discomfort at the suggestion.
"I’m not keen on recalling the past events that caused me so much distress. It’s not a pleasant topic," said Wahyu in response to a journalist’s question about the bribery allegations.
Wahyu admitted to knowing PDIP’s secretary-general Kristiyanto, who is now a suspect in the Harun Masiku case, and Agustiani Tio Fridelina, an ex-convict involved in the same case. He considers both of them seniors in the political landscape.
"I indeed know both Pak Hasto and Bu Agustiani. I’ve known them well, and I can’t hide the fact that they are my seniors," Wahyu stated.
Wahyu revealed that he did not provide new information during his recent interrogation by KPK investigators. He claims he already shared all relevant details when he was a suspect in 2020.
"I was summoned as a witness against suspect Pak Hasto Kristiyanto. My position is clear, and there’s no new information to be shared as I’ve already provided all relevant details in the past," he added.
Wahyu was interrogated alone and expressed respect for the ongoing legal process.
"I’m a law-abiding citizen. By attending this summons, I’m demonstrating my understanding of my civic duties and my respect for the legal process," he said.
Wahyu, along with Agustiani, Harun, and Saeful, was previously named a suspect in the Percobaan Pengubahanylie Barang Sipera (PAW) case. Wahyu was accused of accepting bribes to facilitate Harun’s appointment as a DPR member through PAW. Only Harun remains at large, while the others have been convicted and served their sentences before being released.
In late 2024, KPK named Kristiyanto a new suspect in the case, alleging his involvement in bribing Wahyu alongside Harun.
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