Headline: Unclaimed Luxury Prizes Worth Rp 18 Billion Found in Indonesian Social Ministry’s Warehouse
Subhead: Minister Saifullah Yusuf Inspects Unclaimed Prizes, Including Rolls-Royce, Louis Vuitton Bags, and Gold Bars
Article:
In an unexpected discovery, Indonesia’s Minister of Social Affairs, Saifullah Yusuf, also known as Gus Ipul, recently inspected a trove of unclaimed prizes worth approximately Rp 18 billion (around USD 1.2 million) at the ministry’s warehouse in Jakarta. The unclaimed prizes, ranging from luxurious items to electronics and vehicles, have been sitting in the warehouse without a claimant.
Gus Ipul, accompanied by the ministry’s Deputy Minister, Agus Jabo Priyono, visited the conventional warehouse at Kalibata, Jakarta Selatan, on Monday, December 30, 2024. The highlight of their inspection was a Rolls-Royce car, which they examined closely, even taking a seat inside. Other lavish prizes included Louis Vuitton bags, gold bars, and high-end electronics such as iPhones, Samsung devices, TVs, and gaming consoles like the PS5.
The minister and his deputy joked about the situation, with Gus Ipul saying, "Laku-laku. Sing tuku ora teko-teko (those who bought didn’t come), sing teko ora tuku-tuku (those who came didn’t buy)." They also found 11 Louis Vuitton bags, gold bars of varying weights, and other items like motorcycles, bicycles, and compact cars.
Gus Ipul revealed that these prizes will be re-auctioned in early 2025, with the proceeds going towards supporting Indonesian communities and social causes. He emphasized that the funds would primarily be used for basic infrastructure and other essential needs.
Image Caption: Minister of Social Affairs, Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) and Deputy Minister, Agus Jabo Priyono, inspect unclaimed prizes at the ministry’s warehouse, including a Rolls-Royce car, Louis Vuitton bags, and gold bars. (Photo by Devi Puspitasari/detikcom)
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