Jakarta, Tintanusantara.co.id — The Executive Director of the Centre for Budgeting Analysis (CBA), Uchok Sky Khadafi, has sharply criticized the repeated absence of BAT Bank’s CEO, Achmad Nur Sulaiman, from a clarification session at Polda Metro Jaya.
According to Uchok, failing to attend the clarification process twice is not merely an administrative issue, but reflects a broader moral commitment to respecting the rule of law.
“As a responsible citizen, one should attend and provide an explanation. This is not about guilt or innocence — it is about one’s attitude toward the law. The public should not be left with the impression that anyone considers themselves above the law,” Uchok emphasized.
He stressed that while the presumption of innocence must be respected, a lack of cooperation during the clarification stage deserves serious attention from investigators.
“We uphold the presumption of innocence. However, failing to appear twice is a matter of fact. The public is naturally asking: what is happening? Why not appear and provide a direct explanation before investigators?” he said.
Uchok also expressed concern if the decision not to attend was influenced by advice from individuals surrounding the reported party.
“If there are indeed suggestions or advice encouraging non-cooperation, it would ultimately harm the individual concerned. Legal processes cannot be avoided through communication strategies alone,” he added.
Furthermore, Uchok urged Polda Metro Jaya to promptly hold a case review (gelar perkara) to clearly determine the direction of the case in a firm and transparent manner.
“The case should not be allowed to drag on and create unnecessary speculation. A case review is essential to demonstrate that the law is functioning and is not subject to pressure from any party,” he asserted.
He also noted that if, during the course of the investigation, indications of other criminal offenses are discovered — including alleged money laundering or possible involvement of other parties — law enforcement authorities must proceed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
“If there are indications of additional offenses, including suspicious fund flows to certain parties, those matters must be processed in accordance with the law. There must be no special treatment for anyone,” Uchok concluded.(*/red)
