Kominfotik-  Thousands of runners from Gorontalo and other regions participated on UNG Half Marathon Brian Yuliarto participated the event along with Governor Gusnar Ismail and Vice Gov Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie in front of the Faculty of Social Sciences Governor Gusnar expressed his hope that the event would spark public interest in sports among Gorontalo people he noted that the event also may boosting the local economy The UNG Half Marathon featured three race categories such as 5K race was joined by 1,200 runners 2,700 non-registered participants from UNG college students also took part in this event Each race category followed a different route The 10K route led runners to the four-way intersection near SMP 6 Gorontalo City passed the Nasdem Party’s regional office participants ran through the Bone Bolango Center Point continued to the four-way intersection near Muhammadiyah Islamic Senior High School (MA) and concluded the race back at Campus 1 UNG Science and Technology and UNG Rector Eduart Wolok there was the previous acting governor 2024–2025 period Rudy Salahuddin participated in the 10K and 20 rectors from various universities across Indonesia participating this event also Dinas Komunikasi Informatika Dan Statistik Provinsi Gorontalo Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries arrived in Gorontalo on Tuesday 2025 and immediately conducted a field visit to the National Fisheries Port there were officials from KKP Ministry and from Provincial gov’t there were also Governor Gusnar Ismail Provincial Working unit’s head/OPD and the Acting Regent of North Gorontalo who is also the Head of the Provincial Marine and Fisheries office attending the event Kominfotik – Due to scholarship program of Provincial Gov’t he delivered this when chairing a meeting with provincial secretary Sofian Ibrahim and provincial working unit’s heads (21/4/2025) Governor Gusnar stated that scholarship recipients must be handed over to the low-income communities for undergraduate-master’s and doctoral degree It is aimed they can support their families after completing their education Gusnar also added that gov’t must focus on providing scholarships for Gorontalo residents pursuing undergraduate studies scholarships for master’s and doctoral programs will be directed towards students studying outside the region or abroad Gov’t will determine the relevant majors needed but at least we will prioritize some majorities Acting Bureau’s head of Governance and Public Welfare the Gorontalo Provincial Gov’t has allocated approximately IDR 2 billion for general scholarship 700 students are being recipients with varying amounts: IDR 2.5 million for Undergraduate and IDR 15 million for doctoral degree per person who previously was the head of the Communications and Statistics office expressed responsing the governor’s directives his ranks will conduct a review and adjust the standard procedure and hopefully by 2026 the scholarship management system will be significantly improved Kominfotik – The Gorontalo Provincial Government is beginning to finalize preparations for the development of the “Sekolah Rakyat” (People’s School) as a follow-up to a program initiated by the President of the Republic of Indonesia which is aimed to underprivileged people People’s School will be designed as a boarding school ranging from elementary to high school levels The Provincial Social Affairs Office’s head delivered that one of the main requirements from the central gov’t is the land provision at least 6 hectares free of disputes and owned by local gov’t and all educational facilities and construction will be funded by the central gov’t Sagita also added that today’s meeting due to preparedness the necessary documents to be discussed at the central government’s desk meeting on April 21 Kominfotik –  For the next five years,infrastructure development programs in Gorontalo province will get support from Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Minister AHY expressed his commitment support during a meeting with Gorontalo Governor Gusnar Ismail In order to boost economy growth and Gorontalo development Minister AHY will provide support some priority infrastructure programs such as upgrading Djalaludin Airport to support Hajj embarkation and reconstruction of infrastructure damaged by natural disasters all is aimed to Gorontalo welfare and residents can feel real changes and this will be an inprovement in catching up after separating from North Sulawesi Attending the meeting there were also Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development along with Deputy 1 and special staff members relevant to the programs Governor Gusnar Ismail warmly greeted the people with friendliness and simplicity.at a Coffee Stall at traditional market ‘Sentral’ in Gorontalo city starting the day with a cup of hot coffee while engaging in light conversations such a leader close to the hearts of his people unafraid to share laughter and stories at the coffee stall a place where everyone feels equal and where social life thrives without barriers the spirit of togetherness and cooperation flourishes; here every individual’s voice matters; and here Governor Gusnar Ismail shows that a leader’s true strength lies in his closeness to the people Kominfotik – Ketupat Festival held for three days at the Golf Field in Yosonegoro village supported by Provinci Gov’t earned profits more than IDR 100 million was being interviewed stated that the profit were gathered through vendors ranging from IDR 1.7 million at the lowest to IDR 7.5 million at the highest within three-days event Risjon also said that if IDR 2.5 million per MSME and multiply that by 47 He further mentioned that the provincial gov’t facilitated the MSMEs to sell within the area where events like bull races The MSMEs consisted of 11 provincial office representatives and 36 local businesses from West Limboto and Tibawa sub district and some were selling outside the main venue and many more were not recorded Coordinator of the KKJI Association expressed his gratitude to the Provincial Gov’t for organizing this annual cultural and arts festival Kominfotik – The first phase of the grand corn harvest in order to support food security under the National Police Task Force initiative was officially carried out across 18 regional police commands in Indonesia on Wednesday the harvest yielded an estimated 32.65 tons of corn from a 6.5-hectare plot located in east Limehe Village was led by the Inspector General of Police and Vice Minister of Agriculture Sudaryono the symbolic harvest was conducted by Vice Chief of Gorontalo Police Brigadier General Simson Zet Ringu Head of the Agriculture office Muljadi Mario stated that the harvested land was the result of a collaboration between the Gorontalo Regional Police and the local’s He also hoped that the grand corn harvest which will continue with a second phase across 20 regional police commands would strengthen and realize food security According to a report from the National Police Task Force Chairman delivered by the Commander of the Mobile Brigade Corps’ Pioneer Troops (Danpaspelopor Korbrimob Polri) the total harvested area today up to 3,846 hectares with an estimated yield ranging from 19,233 to 38,467 tons This harvest primarily consists of corn intended for animal feed and other uses while corn for human consumption had already been earlier harvested Kominfotik – The Chairperson of provincial TP PKK accompanied by DWP Chairperson do a visit to orphanages The orphanages visited such as Darul Mubin Orphanage and Nurul Qolby Orphanage in Gorontalo city on friday Nani handed over some aids such as food supplies and daily necessities in strengthening relationships with orphans and underprivileged also distributed rice Nani said on her remarks that she hoped this assistance will be beneficial for the children in the orphanages and brings blessings especially in this holy month Ramadan the Chairperson of the Nurul Qolby Orphanage Foundation expressed her gratitude for the generosity of Gorontalo DWP in sharing happiness with the children Nani Ismail Mokodongan personally also donated cash assistance to both orphanages she visited Kominfotik – The series of events enlivened the commemoration of K3 month in Gorontalo provin ce such as fun run and other health services  including quizzes The Fun Run itself started and ended at the Governor’s Office in Gorontalo City on Sunday (9/2/2025) along with the the Provincial Working Unit’s Head (OPD) enlivened the event Approximately 1,624 people participated in the Fun Run stated that this Fun Run was not a competition but an event aimed to raise K3 awareness  also to strengthen the relationship among businesses Yodi also added that  this event invited 20 MSMEs (Micro and Medium Enterprises) in order to establish collaborations among companies The event was organized by the provincial ESDM’s office  involving 40 companies that were also part of the organizing committee Kominfotik –  During a coordination meeting of LLDIKTI XVI Governor Gusnar Ismail expressed the existence of private universities (PTS) to improve the quality of human resources in Gorontalo is crucial Governor Gusnar expressed this in front of the audience this is in line with his leadership’s priority programs private universities must establish collaborations with various stakeholders and implement digital transformation in education and must be focus on in changing the public mindset Gusnar also added that PTS must enhance their infrastructure quality and teaching staff and Private Universities (PTS) should no longer be seen as merely a second choice after public universities Governor Gusnar also urged that LLDIKTI XVI should have a permanent office building in Gorontalo as soon as possible He noted that LLDIKTI XVI which is covered three provinces—Gorontalo and Central Sulawesi has an advantage for the Gorontalo as Gorontalo has relatively fewer private universities compared to the other provinces Kominfotik – In Gorontalo.Gorontalo’s consumer prices such as foods drinks and Tobacco are the most contributed 0.10% with a positive inflation rate month-to-month The main contributor to inflation was tomatoes The Gorontalo Provincial Government is planning market operations to stabilize prices as we are currently in the month of Ramadan Wahyudin Katili expressed that people’s consumption especially food supplies nowadays during ramadan and ahead Eid al-Fitr require significant support Head of the Gorontalo Provincial Statistics office (BPS) and fish commodities contributed to the February inflation rate on a year-on-year (YoY) Gorontalo actually experienced a deflation of -0.29% nationally three key commodities required special pay attention such as garlic Kominfotik – Gusnar-Idah introduced five programs such as focuses on improving human resources quality to increase the number of Gorontalo students studying abroad This initiative will approached through two existing ministerial programs and allocating funds from the regional budget (APBD) The second program emphasizes agromaritime development and fisheries also aim to push for downstream processing in agriculture and livestock sectors Gusnar added that we will no longer sell live cattle but will process the meat before selling it the government will implement a fishermen’s taxi program the government will operate and manage fishing vessels the use will be facilitated and managed by the local government The last and final program focuses on infrastructure development Governor Gusnar stated that progress and prosperity need infrastructure facilities support Kominfotik –   Gorontalo Governor Gusnar Ismail instructed Provincial ASN to begin implementing Work From Anywhere (WFA) or remote work starting tomorrow explained that the WFA initiative is considered a strategic step in budget efficiency It is expected to reduce operational costs at office Alvian also added that ASN are expected to keep carry out their duties as best as they can based on their main duties even if they are not in the office The WFA policy will initially implemented only to several offices that do not interact directly with public services such as dr and services related to women’s and children’s empowerment and protection based on the Governor circular letter on budget efficiency ASN requested to enhance their performance while work from anywhere and Governor Gusnar Ismail and vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie will periodically evaluate the effectiveness after this initial phase Sofian Ibrahim after attending the virtual meeting expressed that the provincial gov’t has begun anticipating sugar price hikes and its stock (10/3/2025) The average sugar price in the first week of March 2025 has exceeded IDR 18,365/kg which is upper than the reference selling price (HAP) set at IDR 17,500/kg the sugar price has already reached to IDR 20,000/kg Sofian also added that the Price Development Index (IPH) for the first week of March 2025 in Gorontalo Province stands at 3.85% The main contributors to the index increase include chili Kominfotik- In supporting the leadership of Governor Gusnar Ismail and Vice Gov.Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie for bureaucratic transformation there are three main agendas such as a flexible and collaborative work system which focuses on specialization and the characteristics of tasks to eliminate overlapping functions within the government’s organizational structure Idah Syahidah expressed this while accompanying the Head of the Indonesian State Civil Service (BKN RI) at the inauguration of the National Civil Servant Office (BKN) supporting unit office for Gorontalo Meanwhile Vice Gov Idah delivered in front of the BKN’s head that the Provincial government currently implemented a five-day working with Friday designated as a work-from-anywhere day to prioritize goal achievement and the transformation of Human Resource (HR) management focuses on managing HR as resilient human capital so they can provide long-term benefits for both the organization and the nation Vice Gov Idah also informed Zudan Arif that Gorontalo Province had achieved a “Excellent” rating with a score of 327 in the implementation of civil servant management This achievement exempts the province from the requirement to fill Senior Executive Positions (JPT) through an open selection process Idah also added that the upcoming assessment for primary high-ranking and administrative officials Gusnar Ismail expressed great empathy and personally visited the mourning family to convey condolences and hand over financial aid from the Gorontalo Provincial Korpri Board and BPJS Employment to the deceased’s heirs Kominfotik –  6 Special staff members and 3 communication teams were appointed by Gov Gusnar to assist in accelerating Gov and Vice’s five priority programs over the next 5 years The Decree was handed over at Governor’s office on monday (March 17 6 special staff members that were appointed are Boni Mohamad Mochtar Ointoe for Infrastructure and Tourism core ,Ishak Ntoma for Agro-Maritime Affairs Ramlah Habibie for Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection was appointed as coordinator of Communication team which has members Alvian Mato and Noval Abdussama They have responsibilites to communicate the policies of the Provincial gov’t and provide the public with information regarding governance in line synergy with the Provincial Kominfo office provide innovative ideas to find new ways to bring Gorontalo brighter Kominfotik –  In a meeting of Gorontalo Karawo Carnival Preparation Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie requested Provincial Tourism office create a new concept which is needed to be more attractive The event itself will be held on June 21–22nd for the fashion show children must be take apart she suggested that Karawo motifs should not only on clothing but also be applied to home décor items such as tablecloths and other decorative displays at the venue Idah also added that regional associations and migrant communities should be involved to showcase their traditional arts It is aimed to make the Karawo Festival more atrractive Belows are series of Karawo Carnival Event such as the Karawo Run and culinary of traditional foods from various regions across Indonesia such as Gorontalo Kominfotik – To support budget efficiency and also to boost local economy the Provincial Gov’t soon will issue a Governor’s Decree prohibiting government activities outside the region this policy is aimed to circulate money within the region not the other way around—taken out He delivered this during the Ketupat Festival at Grand Bukit Proja Governor Gusnar has instructed all his ranks to hold official events at local hotels He stated that the positive impact will not only be felt by the hotels and meeting venues but also by the wider community especially those who provide goods needed for events this local hotel has 20 rooms and 21 hotel staffs will be ready to provide excellent service and also can contribute to Gorontalo’s economic growth Gov.Gusnar also added that LPG is available and its distribution is running smoothly due to the recent inflation made tomato price and chili prices hiked inflation will have returned to normal and won’t be too extreme Gusnar made sure that the rice stock in Gorontalo is secure as it is directly controlled by the gov’t He also urged the public to stay calm and not to be worry Kominfotik – Gorontalo initiates cooperation with Banggai regency Central Sulawesi Province  in some  business cores These two region which have the same characteristic natural features and also have the best marine tourism in Indonesia it is very possible for the two regions to collaborate Head of the Provincial  Tourism  office Aryanto Husain  conveyed that  this  collaboration idea  had previously been conveyed by the Acting Gorontalo  Governor Rudy Salahuddin on his working visit  to Banggai Aryantiexpressed that  other sectors will move and develop such as in the health sector with a clean and healthy lifestyle the transportation sector by developing land The Luwuk – Gorontalo – Manado flight route which was once pioneered can be reopened there were also head of the provincial tourism office head of the provincial transportation office Rudy hopes that this can be followed up immediately when he returns to Jakarta so that the economic growth of Gorontalo Province increased It is hoped that this policy will be as successful as when Rudy  reducing high inflation rates Kominfotik – Residents of Gorontalo City and parts of Bone Bolango regency expressed their happiness and gratitude for being able to enjoy the cheap market (March 16 Gorontalo Governor Gusnar Ismail and Vice Gov Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie attended this cheap market that was held for the third times during the holy month Ramadan 1446 H Kominfotik – The Gorontalo Provincial Government welcomed the arrival of Governor Gusnar Ismail along with the Chairperson of the Family Welfare Movement (TP PKK) Governor Gusnar arrived at Gorontalo this morning This marked his first visit to Gorontalo after following his inauguration by President Prabowo Subianto on February 20 Gusnar left for Magelang due to a retreat for regional head on february 28 Governor Gusnar and his wife are scheduled to be attended the traditional moloopu ceremony a customary welcome procession from their home to the yiladia and Statistics office delivered that the provincial government ceremony will host an iftar event and taraweeh prayers together at the governor’s official residence after the moloopu ceremony Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie attented a virtual Inflation Coordination Meeting led by the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Home Affairs at Governor’ office BPS’s Head and provincial working unit’s heads (OPD) Vice Gov Idah greeted government officers by handing over chocolates to whom welcomed her when she arrived Vice Gov Idah will have an audience with Dukcapil’s office and follow a traditional welcoming ceremony from the Gorontalo City government Vice Gov Idah also stated that Governor Gusnar and Idah Syahidah had committed to not implementing a 100-day term program they only focus to fulfill the promises during the campaign Vice gov Idah also added that her hope there will be a good cooperation from all parties and for her the position she currently sits is a mandate that she is going to carry out as best as she can Irsyan Hasyim TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Heavy and prolonged rainfall triggered flooding across ten villages in five subdistricts of Pohuwato Regency Rescue teams are working to evacuate those impacted The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) reported that the affected villages include Bulangita in Marisa Subdistrict; Hulawa in Buntulia; Tirto Asri and Malango in Taluditi; Bukit Tingki and Popayato in Popayato; and Suka Makmur 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stocks will be available during Ramadan and ahead of Eid al-Fitr in the middle of his remarks Gov.Gusnar delivered his apologies for unpleasant in life activities and social interactions so far Governor Gusnar hoped and prayed that Allah will give the abundance of good for his people in Gorontalo Kominfotik – Due to the Constitutional  Court Decision who currently following the military retreat at Magelang city central of Java encouraged Gorut people to obey the constitutional court decision   to do revoting  at North of Gorontalo regency and to keep the situation conducive Governor Gusnar also asked the Election Commision (KPU) in Gorut to prepare  maximally in order to revoting in North of Gorontalo regency Gov.Gusnar asked the Election Commission to do coordination to acting regent and submit the final report to the provincial gov’t As mentioned on the decision that KPU soon  will carry out re-voting within 60 days from the decision issued M.H and for the  results do not need to be submitted to Constitutial Court and the implementation iis  based on legal rules Kominfotik – In an opening the sixth cheap market event during Ramadan Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie stated that the provincial government continues cheap market program after Ramadan it is aimed to fight regional inflation and Idah also expressed her gratitude to Brigadier General Army Force Hari Pahlawantoro Forkopimda (regional leader forum) ranks who participated and give strong support and cooperation It was reported that the normal price for the seven staple food items was IDR 251,000 but they were sold for IDR 95,000 only with a 69% subsidy provided by Provincial Government Kominfotik – Minister of Home Affairs instructed the recruitment process for 2024 Civil Servant Candidates (CASN) must be accelerated This was stated by the provincial secretary after attending the virtual meeting on the 2024 CASN Procurement which was held virtually at the Governor’s office on wednesday (March 19 Once the administrative selection results are announced PPPK candidates in Gorontalo Province will undergo the Computer Assisted Test (CAT) The Employee Identification Numbers (NIP) is expected to be issued by June Sofian stated that the CASN selection process has been adjusted A total of 50 positions have been opened for part-time PPPK only opened 50 positions and for those who pass the administrative selection must compete for these positions Sofian also added that the 50 selected candidates will become full-time PPPK while the rest will be assigned as part-time PPPK She encouraged all to reduce plastic waste and minimize plastic use Based on the Provincial Environmental and Forestry Office’s data in 2024 waste production reached nearly 4,000 tons per day Idah also added that bringing our personal shopping bags may reflects our environment awareness getting the safety and hygiene of purchased goods these effort are the smart ways to reduce and combat the use of plastic Kominfotik – Gorontalo Provincial Government held event of Khatam Al Qur’an at three official residences such as governor and provincial secretary’s residence The recitation Qur’an was officially started on 9th day of Ramadan and closed at Governor Gusnar’s residence on thursday (March 20 Governor Gusnar on his remarks expressed that several aspirations related to religious programs among them such as the construction of an Islamic center or grand mosque in Gorontalo and establishing a hajj embarkation point in Gorontalo and the digitization of the Qur’an in the Gorontalo language a project he had previously initiated but temporarily postponed He also encouraged residents to fully support to make the dream come true Governor Gusnar Ismail expressed his desire to gather all religious study groups (Majelis Taklim) across Gorontalo Province noting that such an initiative had never been formally organized before The Qur’an recitation (Tadarus) is a regular Ramadan activity for the Gorontalo Provincial Government each official residence hosted eight recitation groups including some Majelis Taklim accros the city and the Association of Qur’an Reciters and Memorizers The program also involved mentors from the Provincial Institute for Qur’an Recitation Development (LPTQ) Governor Gusnar was also accompanied by the Provincial PKK’s chairwoman Nani Ismail Mokodongan handed over souvenir packages and prayer equipment to all attendees Gusnar Ismail emphasized on Zoom that Work From Anywhere (WFA) is not a day off when following a zoom meeting on friday morning Gusnar explained that The implementation of WFA is in line with Presidential Instruction No 1 of 2025 and the Governor of Gorontalo’s Circular Letter No 800/ORG/III/236/2025 on Adjustments to Official Work Patterns in the Provincial Gov’t to 2025 Budget Efficiency The Ehime team emphasized that Gorontalo was chosen as the sole location for this lindi waste management project even it involves advanced technology making it a long-term investment and they also offered subsidies considering the current financial constraints and the need for budget efficiency Kominfotik – Gorontalo Governor Gusnar Ismail and Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie attended the celebration of Nuzulul Quran (the night of the Quran’s revelation) at Molosipat W Subdistrict Gorontalo city and was fulfilled with the annual Torch Festival and Cultural Carnival which takes place every 15th day of Ramadan was interviewed after the event said that the Torch Festival and Cultural Carnival are part of our local wisdom She also hoped that the event would help promote local Micro According to Vice Gov.Idah this is the fourth year that the Molosipat W youth have organized and she always attends Vice gov also expressed that dozens of MSMEs entrepreneurs are here This is the goal—an event initiated by young people that helps grow and strengthen the local economy Preserving and Enhancing Local Tradition Idah further encouraged the organizing committee to preserve and keep on developing this positive cultural event in the coming years She emphasized the importance of showcasing even more diverse and innovative local arts and traditions The 2025 Torch Festival and Cultural Carnival featured a variety of captivating performances including a marching band display and a torch parade that illuminated the night The festive atmosphere was further enhanced by numerous food stalls and traditional games making the event even more lively and enjoyable and the most important thing is this can be a positive event as it can promote business and help resident economy Kominfotik – Work From Anywhere (WFA) will be implemented soon in the provincial government Governor Gusnar delivered this on morning parade this morning at Governor’s residence yard on monday (3/3/2025) Governor Gusnar conveyed that the implementation of WFA (Work from Anywhere) will be starting on the next friday those who do not apply the WFA policy are some of public services such as schools and the vehicle registration office (Samsat) Gov.Gusnar also instructing ASN who will participate in WFA (Work From Anywhere) to be prepared with electronic devices and meeting will be on Zoom Gusnar is optimistic that with the electronic devices support in information technology public services will not be disrupted but instead can be accelerated Governor Gusnar Ismail and Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie handed over social benefits to Gov’t officers who had passed away from the Republic of Indonesia Civil Service Corps and BPJS Social Health Insurance Kominfotik –Duet Gusnar-Idah at the beginning stated that if they are elected as governor and vice there is no need to puchase official vehicles in a local budget we have conveyed to the government budget team that there will be no change from used cars to new ones so there is no procurement of new vehicles in the local budget Governor Gusnar stated this at a press conference at the governor’s office According to Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie the existing old cars are still very in a good condition for use as operational vehicles because they are always well maintained It is such a our promise from the start of the campaign Vice Gov.Idah also said that the vehicle she used was the vice governor’s car it was too amazing using Alphard some said in bullying on a social media Kominfotik – Provincial Government held a halalbihalal a gathering tradition after Eid iniviting thousands of public figures and Gorontalo residents on saturday On this occasion also attended by several public figures Governor Gusnar stated that this event was deliberately held to reconnect and strengthening all elements in celebration of Eid al-Fitr after elections a few months ago Gov Gusnar who previously was as a Vice Gov during Fadel Muhammad’s term delivered that Gorontalo Province can continue to grow and collaboration among all parts of society He highlighted two key assets that need to be harnessed Gorontalo: human resources and natural resources to realize the Prosperous Gorontalo Attending the event there was also Ustadz Hilman Fauzi delivering a heart-warming theme lecture he stressed that the importance of having faith in Allah A lack of faith is a factor that causes people to be less grateful when given blessings and less accepting when faced with hardships Kominfotik – Provincial secretary Sofian Ibrahim visited the agricultural land of Gorontalo PPN Vocational school there were also chairperson of the Provincial DWP the Education Department’s Head of Vocational High Schools Sofian praised the school’s well-managed agricultural potential He hoped that the current 1.5-hectare land could continue to expand and plant the variety of plants from medicinal plants and vegetables to ornamental plants that can be also sold and can be made into attractive gift packages Sofian also purchased several types of fruit plants a school specializing in agricultural education has developed approximately 300 plant varieties In addition to being a popular educational tourism destination SMK PPN Gorontalo also serves as a plant seed production center and collaborates with the Faculty of Medicine at Gorontalo State University (UNG) as it cultivates around 100 types of medicinal plants Head of the Provincial Communication and Information Technology Office gave response to a viral screenshot of a fake news article on provincial web Yayuk stated that it is still unclear whether comes from fool person or an error system she received a screenshot showing that an inappropriate article containing strange words She also rechecking some journalists in her office Yayuk also added that all appears normal on their phone Yayuk convinced that every journalists in her office carries out their duties responsibly She also expressed that we have editors who review them Yayuk asked her IT staffs in investigating the problem and checking this issue Kominfotik – Provincial Government held a coordination meeting to discuss preparation for the Ketupat Festival and Halalbihalal at Huyula Room Gorontalo Governor’s Office on Wednesday (5/3/2025) the provincial gov’t annually holds two social events such as Ketupat Festival and Halalbihalal The Gorontalo Provincial Gov’t will organize these two event by held a coordination meeting Sofian Ibrahim uttered that these events are part of the gov’t’s duties and also serves as a moment to strengthen community ties especially in Gorontalo Province Gusnar it is such a way to strengthen more our unity in among Gorontalo people Kominfotik – 3,846 joint personnel has deployed by Gorontalo Police to ensure and securing Eid al-Fitr and homecoming involving the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and other relevant stakeholders All facilities needed and infrastructure were being prepared to ensure the readiness of all personnel on thursday the Director of Traffic at Polda Gorontalo when interviewed explained that his side receive full support from the Gorontalo Army (TNI) and other related institutions with a total of approximately 3,846 joint personnel and will prioritize a preemptive and preventive approach along with public relations activities and operational assistance He also added that 20 posts have been set up across all regencies and city during Lebaran period Highlighting public awareness campaigns on the importance of obeying traffic regulations is the aim of this operation and ensure a safe and comfortable environment for people celebrating Eid al-Fitr 1446 H holiday the provincial PKK Chairperson officially inaugurated four PKK Chairperson for regencies level at the governor’s residence Those who officially inaugurated were Maryam Puhi Pago as a PKK chairperson for Gorontalo regency Those were also as Heads of the Posyandu (integrated health post) Supervisory Nani Mokodongan emphasized the importance of both the TP PKK chairperson and Posyandu Supervisory Heads both play a vital role in family and community development Nani also hoped that both would take several steps preparing for the 10th National PKK Working Meeting and forming Posyandu supervisory teams that support development down to the village levels Gorontalo Governor Gusnar Ismail who was attended the inauguration stressed that the year 2025 is a critical period to focus on three main areas: organizational consolidation and active involvement of PKK administrators in the field He also instructed that PKK and Posyandu teams be directly formed in every village Chairwoman of the Provincial DWP (woman organization) Sulastri Husain and her ranks also other official woman organization Kominfotik – Governor Gusnar Ismail announced that the 14th month salary and bonus Allowance (TPP) for Provincial gov’t officer can be disbursed he delivered this when leading roll call at Purbakala Museum Governor Gusnar Ismail announced that the 14th month salary and bonus allowance (TPP PLUS) for provincial gov’t officer (ASN) can be disbursed starting when he announced it and should be paid full Gov.Gusnar also stated that Governor Gusnar recommended that the upcoming 13th salary for gov’t officer (ASN) will be allocated specifically for children’s school need 11 of 2025 regarding Holiday Allowances and the 13th month salary for ASN Gusnar said that the policy regarding Non-ASN Non-Database employees there was also Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie who symbolically handed over condolence from TASPEN benefit to the family of the late Sri Wilin Lihawa Kominfotik – The Gorontalo First batch of subsidized low-cost market event for Ramadan was held by the provincial gov’t at Limboto sub district Governor Gusnar Ismail stated that this event was part of Gusnar-Idah campaign promises with Vice Governor Idah Syahidah Rusli Habibie Gov Gusnar stated there will be more to come The Provincial Gov’t previously providing 1,000 food packages only Gov.Gusnar also expressed that his side will visit every regency and city to hold cheap markets to help stabilize food prices during Ramadan until Eid al-Fitr Each package consists of seven staple items and chicken which is regularly the price for these seven items is IDR 264,000 so the Provincial gov’t covering 69% of the cost The event was held by collaboration of the Provincial Trade office Trade together with several distributors and modern retail stores Some could also buy other food staple with low-price offered at the cheap market the acting governor Rudy Salahuddin stated that it is important for  government officers (ASN) to participate due to skill enhancing for a high perfomance  through self-training and formal education Rudy also added that to whom who do not enhance their skill allowance deductions will be applied to them who do not participate in competency development this is in line with the Governor’s regulation  number 1 of 2025 ; allowance deductions will be applied to  ASN to whom do not participate in competency development accompanying the governor there were also all working unit’s head  attending the initial meeting Kominfotik –  Provincial Secretary Sofian Ibrahim during a coordination meeting stated that Provincial Gov’t soon will optimize the function of Tenda Port which is located in Hulonthalangi sub district Head of the Provincial Marine and Fisheries Office delivered in his presentation that the optimization of Tenda Port must be expedited as its current condition no longer supposed to be supports the management and utilization of fishery resources and the environment starting from pre-production to production stages it has become disorganized and now occupied by a traditional market This situation no longer proper for the function of a fishing port which is meant to serve as a base area for fish landing operations to optimize Tenda Port was also driven by the City Gov’t to the Provincial Marine and Fisheries Office noting that the traditional market activities in this area are no longer in line with the city’s spatial planning regulations as stipulated by the Mayor’s decree Sila conveyed that several steps have already been taken including persuasive approach to the vendors at Tenda Port in march and retail fish vendors to the Sentral market on April but gov’t should ensure the adequate facilities prepared for these vendors so that their livelihoods are not disrupted and they will occupy permanent stalls at Sentral market in accordance with the rule the relocation period will run from April 17 to April 30 Kominfotik – Governor Gusnar Ismail confirmed that the regent re-vote in north of gorontalo (Gorut) is about to begin He delivered after meeting with KPU at the governor’s residence on saturday (March 15 Gusnar stated that everything has already prepared such as human resources the stages of the revoting implementation are proceeding as scheduled Sophian explained that the North Gorontalo Regency KPU is currently recruiting temporary election personnel including PPK the North Gorontalo Regency KPU is also verifying the documents of a replacement candidate for the position of regent from candidate number three as MK (Constitutional Court’s) ordered The replacement candidate has already undergone a medical check up at Dunda Hospital and on march 23rd the candidate pair will officially be determined their ballot number the same as in the 2024 election Sophian concluded revote in North Gorontalo is scheduled on April 19 2025 in 245 polling stations in accordance with the Constitutional Court’s rule Najla Nur Fauziyah Mahinda Arkyasa TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian Counterterrorism Special Detachment 88 (Densus 88) arrested a man The man was allegedly affiliated with the terrorist group Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP).  “YLK was found to have planned a terror attack against Singapore Exchange in 2014,” Densus 88 wrote in an official statement received by Tempo on Monday YLK has an extensive track record in terrorism he participated in Camp Hudaibiyah in the Philippines from 1998 to 2000 YLK attended the paramilitary training of stage 2 Muqoyama Basdar in East Java The man was also detained in 2003 for firearms possession YLK joined Jamaah Anshor Tauhid (JAT) and was deployed to Yemen as part of the AQAP global jihad.  YLK’s departure to Yemen was facilitated by ABU the former Lajnah Roqobah (responsible for recruitment) of the Jamaah Ansharuh Syariah YLK was assigned to carry out a terror attack against the Singapore Exchange under AQAP’s command.  he attempted to enter Singapore by sea but was turned away by Singapore’s immigration YLK attempted to cover his tracks by changing his identity.  Densus 88 found several pieces of evidence that pointed to YLK’s terrorist activities One of which was the Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia’s preaching bulletin and a piece of Singapore immigration’s inspection document Editor’s Choice: Suspected Terrorist Arrested by Densus 88 at Solo and Batu City, PT KAI Improve Security System  Click here to get 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