Ex-Regent Ade Kunang Allegedly Tapped Education Chief for Projects

Former Bekasi Regent Ade Kunang allegedly intervened to help businessman Sarjan secure projects within the local Education Office, according to revelations during a corruption trial. The accusation surfaced during a hearing at the Bandung District Court on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, concerning alleged bribery related to project procurement in Bekasi Regency.

Prosecutors questioned the Head of the Bekasi Education Office, Imam Faturochman, about his acquaintance with Sarjan. Faturochman confirmed knowing Sarjan as a contractor who had undertaken projects for the Education Office since 2025, though he initially stated he couldn't recall where they met.

The core of the allegation centers on a specific request made by Ade Kunang, who was the regent at the time. Faturochman testified that in May 2025, following a ceremony in Cikarang Selatan where Kunang was the inspector of ceremonies, he was summoned to the regent's car. There, Kunang allegedly said, "Mr. Head of Office, please look after Mr. Sarjan."

Faturochman understood this to mean that Kunang wanted Sarjan to be awarded projects within the Education Office. This testimony aligns with a previous examination report (BAP) read by the KPK prosecutor, which stated that Kunang, as Regent, had instructed Faturochman to ensure Sarjan received certain work opportunities from the Education Office when bids were submitted.

The case involves Ade Kunang, his father H.M. Kunang, and Sarjan, who have been named suspects in a bribery scheme for project contracts in Bekasi Regency. The trial continues to uncover alleged corrupt practices during Ade Kunang's tenure.