UGM Ex-Student Leader Responds to Police Report, Sees Political Motives

Tiyo Ardianto, the former chairman of the Gadjah Mada University (UGM) Student Executive Body, has broken his silence regarding a police report filed against him. The report emerged after Ardianto issued strong criticisms of recent government policies.

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Momentum is indeed good for people who want to present their loyalty to the President. Hopefully, the President will give them due appreciation.

Ardianto responded to the legal action by expressing gratitude, viewing the report as an opportunity for certain individuals to "seek favor" with the ruling power. "Momentum is indeed good for people who want to present their loyalty to the President. Hopefully, the President will give them due appreciation," he told Tempo on Friday, June 19, 2026.

He affirmed his respect for the legal process and stated his willingness to cooperate if summoned by the police. "If called by the police, yes, we will come. If asked for information, yes, we will provide it. I will use my time and energy normally. Just enough," he said. Ardianto believes the report is a diversion from more significant national problems and is determined not to let legal proceedings silence his critical voice.

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If called by the police, yes, we will come. If asked for information, yes, we will provide it. I will use my time and energy normally. Just enough.

"I myself will remain focused on substantive and strategic matters. I cannot possibly allow myself to be served by various distractions," he stated. Ardianto used an analogy of a damaged house to describe the country's current state, emphasizing the moral responsibility of citizens to fix a flawed system. "Indonesia is a 'house' with almost all its building parts damaged, it must be repaired by ensuring all parties perform their roles optimally. I will remain focused on fulfilling my role as a good, critical citizen," he added.

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I myself will remain focused on substantive and strategic matters. I cannot possibly allow myself to be served by various distractions.

Previously, the Tangerang Selatan Metro Police received a report against Tiyo, filed by an advocate named Firdaus Oiwobo on Monday, June 15, 2026. Tiyo is allegedly accused of violating articles related to incitement and defamation concerning the "Nutritious Free Meal" (MBG) program. Shortly after, the "Garda Prabowo" group also reported Tiyo to the National Police's Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim Polri), accusing him of insulting the honor of President Prabowo Subianto.

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Indonesia is a 'house' with almost all its building parts damaged, it must be repaired by ensuring all parties perform their roles optimally. I will remain focused on fulfilling my role as a good, critical citizen.