National Nutrition Agency Denies Claims of Funds Divided to President: 'Hoax'

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has vehemently denied circulating social media narratives accusing the "Free Nutritious Meal" (MBG) program of distributing profits to the President. The agency has labeled these claims as hoaxes.

BGN Head Nanik S. Deyang explicitly stated that the information, including alleged quotes attributed to her, is false. "I emphasize that the circulating narrative is untrue. I have never made statements as stated in the messages circulating on social media or messaging applications," Nanik said in Jakarta on Saturday.

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I emphasize that the circulating narrative is untrue. I have never made statements as stated in the messages circulating on social media or messaging applications.

The agency considers the disinformation, which also implicates former BGN Head Dadan Hindayana and alleges fund transfers to the President, as potentially misleading the public and causing unrest. BGN noted that irresponsible parties often use public officials' names to create provocative narratives.

BGN urged the public to exercise caution when receiving and disseminating unverified information. "The public needs to confirm the truth of information through official sources. Do not easily believe or spread information whose origin is unclear, as it can cause misunderstandings among the public," Nanik advised. The agency reiterated that all official communications are exclusively through its verified channels, including press releases, its official website, and verified social media accounts. They implored the public not to rely on information outside these official outlets.

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The public needs to confirm the truth of information through official sources. Do not easily believe or spread information whose origin is unclear, as it can cause misunderstandings among the public.