KPK Searches Muara Enim Regent's Office and Residence in Corruption Probe

Investigators from Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) conducted searches on Friday, June 12, 2026, at multiple locations in Muara Enim Regency. The operation targeted the Regent's office, the office of the Department of Education and Culture, the Regent's official residence, and the home of suspect ABN, identified as Abi Nurwardani, Secretary of the Department of Education and Culture.

These searches are crucial for the ongoing investigation into alleged corruption in the procurement of goods and services within the Muara Enim Regency government for the 2025-2026 period. According to KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo, the seized documents are expected to strengthen the evidence against those involved.

The investigation stems from a sting operation conducted from June 7 to June 8, 2026, which led to the arrest of 10 individuals. Four have been named suspects: Regent Edison, Abi Nurwardani, Cory Erin Hardi (marketing for PT Millenium Solusi Abadi), and Edison's nephew, Adi Triyadi.

KPK detailed the case on June 9, explaining that Abi allegedly received Rp500 million from Cory Erin Hardi, a supplier of smart boards, in a Jakarta hotel on June 6. This payment is believed to be related to previous procurement projects and intended to ensure future project awards. Regent Edison is also accused of instructing Abi to collect payments from local government contractors, a practice suspected to extend beyond the Department of Education and Culture.