Indonesian President Prabowo Addresses Corruption Allegations in School Nutrition Program

“I was forced to replace those I loved, trusted,” he said in a video released by his office.

The president added that the billion-dollar initiative, launched last January to eradicate stunted growth and malnutrition among schoolchildren, should not become a vehicle for self-enrichment.

Prabowo said he was aware of violations at the agency, without disclosing further details on the case, which has also sparked sarcasm and questions on social media.

“The Chief Rat has done so much good that he’s been granted a new uniform and handcuffs,” a user said, referring to Dadan.