LABUHANBATU SELATAN | INDATANEWS.COM – A calm yet firm atmosphere marked the third floor of the Labuhanbatu Selatan Regent's Office on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, during the Exit Meeting with the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia (BPK RI) North Sumatra Representative Office. Instead of ceremonial closure, the meeting focused on accountability and the follow-up of audit findings.
Exit Meeting Emphasizes Accountability, Not CeremonyLabuhanbatu Selatan Regent Fery Sahputra Simatupang delivered a firm directive to the regional administration, stressing that all BPK findings must not only be recorded but also fully implemented in a timely and measurable manner.
Read Also: Kampung Rakyat Police Dismantle Suspected Drug Den in Air Merah Palm Oil Area "Every finding must be implemented. Not just reported, but completed—on time, measurable, and real," he stated emphatically.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Regent Syahdian Purba Siboro, Regional Secretary M. Reza Pahlevi Nasution, assistants, expert staff, heads of regional work units, sub-district leaders, and the BPK audit team. The gathering reflected a shared commitment to strengthening accountability across all levels of government.
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Labuhanbatu Selatan Regent
Fery Sahputra Simatupang emphasizes timely and measurable implementation of all BPK audit findings. (PHOTO: Jhon Fitra Sagala)
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"This is more of a starting point for improvement," he said.
He also emphasized that the quality of financial governance is not only reflected in figures, but also in public trust toward the government.
Read Also: Police Chief Visits Injured Officer, Reinforces Solidarity "Public trust is built through accountability. When financial management is sound, development stands on a stronger foundation," he added.
Revenue Optimization and Governance at the Core
Following the meeting, the Regent held a coordination session with all heads of regional work units to ensure immediate follow-up on BPK findings.
He placed special emphasis on optimizing local revenue sources, particularly taxes such as water and land tax. The Transportation Agency was also urged to improve management of parking fee revenue.
Read Also: Kampung Rakyat Police Bust Meth Dealer, Network Linked to Rantau Prapat "Every rupiah in the regional budget is the people's right. Nothing should be lost," he stressed.
The Labuhanbatu Selatan government continues to treat audit follow-ups as part of a broader good governance strategy, grounded in transparency, accountability, and legal compliance.
"We are not chasing ratings. We are building a clean and accountable system. That is the real goal," the Regent concluded.
A New Phase of Public Accountability
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BPK RI North Sumatra Representative Office marks a significant milestone for the
Labuhanbatu Selatan administration. It represents not only the conclusion of an audit process but also the beginning of a stricter phase in strengthening public trust and governance performance.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Jhon Fitra Sagala | EDITOR: Fik Sagala