Jakarta –

Former Deputy Minister of Manpower Immanuel Ebenezer has been arrested and named a suspect in a case of extortion related to occupational safety and health certification. The man, commonly referred to as Noel, is said to have demanded a share of the extortion money.

Noel requested IDR 3 billion from his subordinate, referred to as ‘sultan,’ who is the Coordinator for Institutional and Personnel of Occupational Safety and Health at the Ministry of Manpower for the years 2022-2025, Irvian Bobby Mahendro Putro (IBM). The Chairman of the Corruption Eradication Commission, Setyo Budiyanto, revealed that the money was used to renovate Noel’s house in Cimanggis, Depok.

“IEG (Noel) requested funds for the renovation of his house in Cimanggis, and IBM provided IDR 3 billion,” said Setyo.

In addition to the house in Cimanggis, Noel is also known to own a house in the Taman Manggis Permai housing complex, Sukamaju, Cilodong, Depok, West Java. Noel has two houses in that area. One of his houses features purple paint on its exterior.

One of Immanuel Ebenezer's houses in Sukamaju, Cilodong, Depok, West Java.

The purple-painted house consists of two floors, with part of the upper floor using exposed brick. The lower part features a high fence enclosing the entire house, partially black and partially white. On the upper floor, trailing plants can be seen hanging down.

Approximately 500 meters from that house, in a different block, is Noel’s second house. According to sources, this house was purchased when Noel was a volunteer for the 7th President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo.

“If I’m not mistaken, the second house was bought when Noel was a volunteer for Mr. Jokowi,” said John, not his real name.

One of Immanuel Ebenezer's houses in Sukamaju, Cilodong, Depok, West Java.
One of Immanuel Ebenezer’s houses in Sukamaju, Cilodong, Depok, West Java.

Noel’s second house appears smaller than the first. This house seems to use white paint on the walls, fence, and parts of the roof and gutters. Next to the house, there is what appears to be a birdcage.

In his LHKPN (State Officials Wealth Report), Noel is recorded as owning several plots of land and buildings in Depok, West Java. Below is the list.

1. Land and building measuring 83 m²/83 m² in Depok City/Regency, self-acquired, IDR 700,000,000

2. Land and building measuring 160 m²/160 m² in Depok City/Regency, self-acquired, IDR 1,500,000,000

3. Land and building measuring 137 m²/274 m² in Depok City/Regency, self-acquired, IDR 1,700,000,000

4. Land and building measuring 2,260 m²/500 m² in Depok City/Regency, self-acquired, IDR 6,700,000,000

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Cimanggis

Cimanggis is a district located in Depok, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, the area was known for a large colonial-era sugar plantation and factory established in the 18th century. Today, it is a rapidly developing suburban area, home to residential complexes and educational institutions.

Depok

Depok is a city in West Java, Indonesia, originally established in the 17th century as a private agricultural estate by Cornelis Chastelein, a Dutch colonial official. It evolved from a small Protestant community into a major hub, and its name is an acronym for *De Eerste Protestantse Organisatie van Kristenen* (The First Protestant Organisation of Christians). Today, it is a bustling university city and part of the Jakarta metropolitan area.

Taman Manggis Permai

Taman Manggis Permai is a modern residential area or housing estate located in Malaysia, whose name translates to “Beautiful Mango Garden.” Unlike a historical cultural site, it does not have a long, documented history but is part of contemporary urban development, likely built in the late 20th or early 21st century to accommodate growing city populations.

Sukamaju

I am unable to provide a summary for “Sukamaju” as it is a common place name in Indonesia meaning “prosperous advance” and does not refer to one specific, notable cultural or historical site. To give an accurate summary, more specific context or location details would be needed.

Cilodong

I am not familiar with a notable cultural or historical site named “Cilodong.” It appears this may refer to a common district or suburb (for instance, in Depok, West Java, Indonesia) rather than a specific landmark. Without more context, I cannot provide a historical summary for it as a cultural destination.

West Java

West Java is a province of Indonesia on the island of Java, historically home to the powerful Sunda Kingdom and later the Sultanate of Banten. It is a region of immense natural beauty, featuring the active Tangkuban Perahu volcano, tea plantations, and the coastal city of Bandung. The area is also known for its distinct Sundanese culture, language, and traditional music.

Ministry of Manpower

The Ministry of Manpower is a government body in Singapore, established in 1968, that formulates and implements policies related to the national workforce. Its history is tied to the nation’s post-independence economic development, focusing on enhancing workforce skills, ensuring fair employment practices, and maintaining industrial harmony to support a competitive economy.

Corruption Eradication Commission

The Corruption Eradication Commission (Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi, or KPK) is an independent Indonesian government institution established in 2002 to combat corruption. Its formation was a direct response to the endemic corruption that plagued the country, particularly following the fall of the Suharto regime. The KPK has since become a powerful and respected body, known for its high-profile investigations and prosecutions.