Wednesday, 17 June 2026

Aceh Spokesperson Slams Humam Hamid Over ‘Trojan Horse Politics’ Claims

AHMAD ZULFIKAR SAGALA - Friday, 17 April 2026 09:00
Aceh Spokesperson Slams Humam Hamid Over ‘Trojan Horse Politics’ Claims
PHOTO: Adli Safwan
GOVERNMENT SPOKESPERSON CRITICIZES HUMAM HAMID: The Aceh government spokesperson, Dr. Nurlis Effendi, condemns statements by Humam Hamid, which he claims spread false narratives about Governor Muzakir Manaf in Banda Aceh.

BANDA ACEH | INDATANEWS.COM ~ The Aceh government spokesperson, Dr. Nurlis Effendi, has strongly criticized statements made by Humam Hamid, accusing him of spreading misleading information to Governor Muzakir Manaf (Mualem) and constructing a distorted narrative. Nurlis also described the claims as part of a so-called "Trojan Horse politics" strategy.

The remarks came in response to a viral social media video in which Humam Hamid questioned the provincial government's management of the Aceh Health Insurance Program (Jaminan Kesehatan Aceh/JKA).

CONFIDENTIAL MEETING CLAIMS: Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf and Deputy Governor Fadhlullah shake hands during a meeting with supporters and citizens at Anjong Mon Mata in Banda Aceh. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)

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Nurlis firmly rejected the accusations presented in the video, which suggested that the governor lacked full control and adequate oversight of the JKA system. Humam Hamid further described the situation as "political suicide" for both the governor and the Aceh Party (Partai Aceh).

"The language used creates the impression that he is presenting the truth. In reality, he is attacking the integrity of the governor and the party," Nurlis stated.

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'TROJAN HORSE' IN POLITICS: Dr. Nurlis Effendi describes Humam Hamid's statements as a "Trojan Horse" strategy and calls for an end to political provocation in Aceh. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)

Questions Raised Over Confidential Meeting Claims

The spokesperson also criticized Humam's reference to an alleged meeting held at an undisclosed location. According to Nurlis, the lack of clarity regarding the venue and participants raises public concern and fuels speculation.

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"The location is being kept secret, and that already looks suspicious," he added.

Call for Political Unity and Development Focus

Nurlis further accused Humam Hamid of constructing a narrative designed to undermine trust from within, labeling it as a "Trojan Horse" tactic.

He also urged all parties to reduce political tensions and focus on regional development. "Let us build Aceh together. End provocation and division," Nurlis emphasized. (IDNC)

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REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala

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