KPK Probes Maktour Owner's Role in Hajj Quota Corruption Case

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is intensifying its investigation into the alleged corruption surrounding hajj travel quotas, focusing on the role of Fuad Hasan Masyhur, the owner of PT Makassar Toraja (Maktour) travel agency.

The probe follows the detention of Ismail Adham, Maktour's operational director, on June 8. KPK officials are working to determine Masyhur's involvement, specifically whether he collaborated in or was aware of the corrupt practices. "Whether FHM's roles, or the owner of Maktour, can also be categorized as complicit or aware? Well, that is what is currently being investigated," stated Achmad Taufik Husein, the KPK's Acting Director of Investigation.

This case has already led to the detention of several individuals, including former Minister of Religious Affairs Yaqut Cholil Qoumas and his special staff, Ishfah Abidal Aziz. The KPK has indicated that the investigation is ongoing and may result in further arrests. The alleged corruption has reportedly resulted in state losses amounting to Rp622 billion, according to an audit by the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK).

Ismail Adham was detained on June 8, following earlier detentions of Yaqut Cholil Qoumas on March 12 and Ishfah Abidal Aziz on March 17. While Masyhur has not yet been named a suspect, he has been subjected to a travel ban. The KPK's continued efforts aim to uncover the full extent of the corruption and hold all responsible parties accountable.

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Whether FHM's roles, or the owner of Maktour, can also be categorized as complicit or aware? Well, that is what is currently being investigated.