President Prabowo Subianto has announced a significant leadership change, dismissing Dadan Hindayana from his role as Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN). The crucial position will now be filled by his deputy, Nanik S Deyang, signaling a proactive move to enhance the agency’s effectiveness in national nutrition programs.
The announcement was formally made by Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi during a press conference held at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday evening, June 2nd. Prasetyo clarified that President Prabowo’s decision to remove Dadan Hindayana followed an extensive 1.5-year period of monitoring and evaluation into the BGN’s operations and overall performance since its inception.
“Numerous observations and reports formed the basis for the President’s deliberation in implementing this leadership transition,” stated Prasetyo, whose remarks were also broadcast via the Presidential Secretariat’s official YouTube channel. This rigorous oversight underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring optimal public service delivery.
Prasetyo elaborated on the specific findings from the comprehensive monitoring exercise. Key issues identified included disciplinary shortcomings within the BGN regarding the stringent enforcement of standard operating procedures for the vital Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program. Furthermore, concerns were raised about a lack of discipline in the agency’s institutional governance, alongside challenges in consistently maintaining high food quality standards, all of which weighed heavily in the President’s decision.
“These various aspects were critical considerations throughout the past 1.5 years of evaluation,” Prasetyo emphasized, highlighting the meticulous review process that led to the leadership shake-up. The changes are intended to address these systemic issues directly.
Beyond the top leadership change, President Prabowo also initiated a wider restructuring, replacing two Deputy Heads of the National Nutrition Agency: Sony Sonjaya and Lodewijk Pusung. Their successors are Agustina Arumsari and Major General TNI Trenggono, bringing new expertise and perspectives to the agency’s senior management.
Addressing the newly appointed leadership team, Prasetyo conveyed the government’s high expectations. “To the three new leaders of the National Nutrition Agency, we earnestly hope that they will swiftly undertake internal consolidation, fortify coordination across various ministries and institutions, and, critically, enhance collaboration with regional governments at both provincial and district/city levels,” Prasetyo urged, outlining a clear mandate for improved efficiency and impact in promoting national nutritional well-being.
Summary
President Prabowo Subianto has officially dismissed Dadan Hindayana as the Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) following a comprehensive 1.5-year performance evaluation. State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi confirmed that this decision stems from identified disciplinary shortcomings, including the failure to strictly enforce standard operating procedures for the Free Nutritious Meals program and challenges in maintaining consistent food quality. Nanik S. Deyang has been appointed to lead the agency in an effort to address these governance concerns.
The leadership restructuring extends to the agency’s deputy positions, with the appointment of new officials intended to improve institutional oversight and operational efficiency. The government has mandated that the new leadership team focus on internal consolidation and strengthening coordination with regional and national stakeholders. These changes are designed to ensure the more effective delivery of national nutrition programs across the country.