Gibran Rakabuming Raka Resigns Amid Controversies Over Educational Credentials

Gibran Rakabuming Raka has formally submitted his resignation, as confirmed by Budi Arie Setiadi, chairman of Projo, a volunteer organization supporting former President Joko Widodo. This development comes amid significant political turmoil, including a proposal from 120 members of the House of Representatives for his impeachment.

According to reports from state-run news agency Antara and other sources, Gibran expressed his intention to resign during a meeting with President Prabowo on November 10, which lasted about two and a half hours. During this meeting, Gibran discussed the controversies surrounding his high school diploma and the implications of recent rulings from the Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court that questioned the validity of his educational qualifications, which are essential for his role.

“Gibran said he respects all the criticism and suggestions from the public regarding the current political dynamics and does not want the situation to become a prolonged political polemic.”Gibran Rakabuming Raka

Gibran said he respects all the criticism and suggestions from the public regarding the current political dynamics and does not want the situation to become a prolonged political polemic.

The proposal for impeachment, known as Hak Menyatakan Pendapat (HMP), was officially submitted by members from eight different political factions within the House of Representatives. This proposal is a response to the Supreme Court's ruling that invalidated Gibran's educational documents, which he used to qualify for his position. The factions involved include PKS, Nasdem, PKB, Demokrat, PDIP, Golkar, Gerindra, and PAN.

In the wake of Gibran's resignation announcement, Deputy Speaker Saan Mustopa indicated that the proposal for impeachment would be addressed in an upcoming plenary session. He said the proposal will be followed up in accordance with applicable laws and mechanisms.

“The proposal for impeachment will be followed up in accordance with applicable laws and mechanisms.”Saan Mustopa, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives

Despite the pressure, Gibran's resignation has not yet been officially accepted by President Prabowo, and there are conflicting reports regarding the President's response to Gibran's intention to step down. While some sources suggest that Prabowo did not reject Gibran's resignation, others indicate that he encouraged Gibran to contest the Supreme Court's decision through the Administrative Court (PTUN).

Syahganda Nainggolan, head of the Government Communication Agency, refuted claims that Prabowo advised Gibran to fight the ruling, stating that no such suggestion was made during their discussions. He explained that after the meeting, it was clarified there was no opportunity for Gibran to appeal at the Administrative Court.