BATAM | INDATANEWS.COM - The Regional Police of the Riau Islands (Polda Kepri) are continuing their investigation into an alleged fraud and/or embezzlement case involving the buying and selling of Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) site points under Indonesia's Free Nutritious Meals (Makan Bergizi Gratis/MBG) program in Batam.
The case is currently being handled by the Criminal Investigation Unit of
Polresta Barelang and remains under close scrutiny by authorities.
Police Investigation Intensifies
Read Also: Two Teen Suspects Arrested in Bengkong Motorcycle Theft Case A press conference detailing the latest developments was led by Deputy Chief of
Polda Kepri, Brigjen Pol. Dr. Anom Wibowo, at the
Polresta Barelang headquarters foyer. Also present were Deputy Head of the
National Nutrition Agency, Irjen Pol. (Ret.) Sony Sonjaya, Deputy Chief of
Polresta Barelang AKBP Fadli Agus, senior police officials, and investigators from the criminal division.
Authorities confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with multiple witnesses being questioned to clarify the alleged scheme.
ONGOING INVESTIGATION: The Deputy Chief of
Polda Kepri reiterates full commitment to resolving the MBG fraud case in Batam. (PHOTO: Dalil Harahap)
Read Also: Police Swiftly Resolve Vehicle Dispute in Batu Aji Through Mediation Police Warn Against Misuse of Public ProgramsBrigjen Pol. Dr. Anom Wibowo emphasized that Polda Kepri will thoroughly and firmly resolve the case. He stressed that the MBG program is a strategic national initiative that must be protected from any form of exploitation.
He also urged the public not to be deceived by offers promising SPPG site allocations with high financial returns, warning that any suspicious activity should be reported immediately to the police.
BGN: Official Procedures Are Free of Charge
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National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Irjen Pol. (Ret.) Sony Sonjaya, reaffirmed his institution's full support for the investigation.
He clarified that all SPPG site applications must be processed exclusively through the official portal mitra.bgn.go.id and that no fees are required at any stage. He warned that illegal trading of verification points undermines the program's goal of improving child nutrition across Indonesia.
BGN also announced stricter monitoring measures and pledged to review all suspicious site proposals.
LOSS OF IDR 400 MILLION: The Deputy Chief of Polresta Barelang explains the case chronology involving a victim who suffered losses of IDR 400 million. (PHOTO: Dalil Harahap)
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Polresta Barelang Deputy Chief AKBP Fadli Agus explained that the case was reported by a victim identified by the initials HH (35).
On March 1, 2026, the victim was offered two SPPG site locations in Bengkong and Lubuk Baja by an individual identified as I. The victim was then introduced to a woman identified as HM (40), who claimed to represent the foundation Yayasan Gema Solidaritas Nusantara.
Read Also: Police Arrest Suspect in Alleged Child Sexual Misconduct Case in Bengkong, Batam HM allegedly offered both sites for IDR 200 million each. A notarized agreement was signed in Bengkong on March 3, 2026, followed by a total transfer of IDR 400 million — IDR 250 million via BCA and IDR 150 million via BNI.
However, the promised implementation of the program never materialized. Attempts to recover the funds were unsuccessful despite assurances of repayment by April 2, 2026. The victim's total loss stands at IDR 400 million.
Authorities Investigate Additional SuspectsInvestigators have continued interviewing witnesses and are examining several individuals, including those identified as HM, RDWT, OM, and I.
Read Also: Satlantas Barelang Cracks Down on Loud Exhaust Violations in Batam Representatives of the foundation and local SPPG program partners have also been questioned. Police have issued official clarification requests to involved parties as part of the ongoing investigation.
BGN to Tighten Oversight on SPPG Sites
Preliminary findings indicate that Yayasan Gema Solidaritas Nusantara submitted seven SPPG site proposals in Batam to BGN in December 2025 for verification.
Two of the disputed locations are in Bengkong and Lubuk Baja. BGN stated that any site found to be involved in misconduct will be suspended or revoked, in coordination with ongoing legal proceedings.
Read Also: Lubuk Baja Police Respond Quickly to 110 Emergency Call in Batam Public Urged to Stay VigilantPolda Kepri has urged the public to remain cautious of any offers related to SPPG site allocations under the MBG program that involve payments or profit guarantees.
Officials stressed that all legitimate information must be obtained through verified channels only. Suspicious activities can be reported 24 hours via the national police hotline 110.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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