Papuaaround.com – The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) continues its investigation into the alleged misuse of operational support funds and official service improvement programs involving the Papua Provincial Government from 2020 to 2022. Recent findings suggest that some of the embezzled funds may have been used to purchase a private jet.
According to KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo, investigators suspect that the proceeds from the corruption case were diverted to finance the acquisition of the aircraft, which is currently located overseas. “Investigators suspect that part of the illicit funds was allocated for the purchase of a private jet, which at present is abroad,” Prasetyo stated on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
In connection with this development, the KPK summoned Gibrael Isaak (GI), President Director of PT RDG Airlines, to testify as a witness. Isaak, a Singaporean national and private airline entrepreneur, was questioned about his potential involvement in the jet’s procurement. “Today, KPK summoned witness Gibrael Isaak (GI), a Singaporean citizen (private airline businessman), to clarify matters related to the purchase of the private jet,” Prasetyo added.
The KPK had earlier revealed that the corruption case resulted in substantial financial losses for the state, with estimates reaching Rp 1.2 trillion. “The state’s financial loss in this case is significant, amounting to Rp 1.2 trillion,” Prasetyo disclosed during a press briefing at the KPK headquarters in Jakarta on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Two key suspects have been identified in the ongoing probe. The first is Dius Enumbi (DE), who served as the Assistant Treasurer for the Papua Provincial Head. The second is Lukas Enembe, the former Governor of Papua, who has since passed away. Both individuals are accused of playing central roles in the misappropriation of public funds.
As part of its efforts to recover state losses, the KPK is pursuing asset seizure measures targeting properties and assets linked to Lukas Enembe and other parties involved. Asset recovery remains a crucial aspect of the commission’s strategy to ensure that embezzled public funds are reclaimed and redirected for public benefit.
Additionally, the KPK has interrogated another witness, identified only as WT, who operates a money-changing service in Jakarta. Through this testimony, investigators are attempting to trace the flow of the misappropriated funds as part of the broader asset recovery operation. “During the questioning, investigators traced the money flow originating from the corruption offense as part of the asset recovery process,” Prasetyo explained.
The KPK has expressed deep concern over the scale of corruption in this case. The Rp 1.2 trillion diverted from public coffers could have been allocated to critical sectors that directly impact the welfare of Papua’s citizens, such as education, healthcare, and other public services. Instead, the funds were allegedly exploited for personal luxury and financial gain.
Moving forward, the KPK is urging the Papua provincial government to demonstrate a strong commitment to preventing similar acts of corruption. The commission emphasizes the importance of reinforcing transparency and accountability in managing public finances to safeguard resources intended for the well-being of the community.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence, question witnesses, and identify additional assets connected to the case. The KPK reaffirmed its determination to bring all responsible parties to justice and ensure that public funds are used to serve the people of Papua, as originally intended.
