Legal Literacy — The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has affirmed that the figure of Rp2.7 trillion in state losses in the alleged corruption case of nickel mining permits in North Konawe, Southeast Sulawesi, is still an initial calculation (estimation) and has not been finalized. The statement was made by KPK Spokesperson Budi Prasetyo at the KPK Red and White Building, South Jakarta, as quoted on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.[1]

The figure of Rp2.7 trillion is still an investigator's estimate

Budi explained that at the investigation/investigation stage, investigators usually make an initial estimate to map the impact of alleged corruption. However, this value does not automatically become the final value that can be used for evidence.[2]

According to the KPK, the final value of state financial losses must be obtained through a “firm” calculation by a state auditor, which is then stated in a calculation report for evidentiary purposes. Budi said that the calculation can be done by the BPK, BPKP, and in certain contexts the KPK also has accounting forensic support.[3]

The SP3 was issued in 2024, now being questioned through pre-trial

In related developments, detikNews reported that the KPK said the SP3 for this case was issued on December 17, 2024 and was a collective-collegial decision in the previous leadership period.[4]

At the same time, today's news also noted that MAKI filed a pre-trial lawsuit with the South Jakarta District Court to question the termination of the investigation.[5]

As context, this case once dragged the name of Aswad Sulaiman (former Regent of North Konawe) who was named as a suspect by the KPK in 2017, with allegations of events that allegedly occurred in 2007–2009, as well as an estimated state loss that was said to have originated from the sale of nickel production allegedly related to illegal licensing processes.[6]