Speaking at a public discussion and the release of the Systemic Review Analysis Report here on Friday, Najih highlighted that preventing maladministration is crucial in public service delivery.
“Every form of crime, whether corruption, collusion, nepotism, or even human trafficking, begins with maladministration in public services,” he said.
The watchdog agency launched an audit titled Integration of Immigration Oversight Systems as an Effort to Prevent Human Trafficking, aiming to curb maladministration and prevent humanitarian crimes like trafficking.
Najih urged ministries and agencies to use the study not merely as a document but as a practical guide for the sustained prevention of trafficking victims.
He stressed that humanitarian mandates must not be hindered by weak coordination or fragmented systems.
The Ombudsman is prepared to oversee and coordinate the gradual, measured integration of monitoring systems from origin points to Indonesia’s borders.
“This study is vital for us as a united and sovereign nation to prevent ongoing humanitarian crimes,” he said.
Najih cited data from the Indonesian Migrant Workers Protection Service (BP3MO) West Java, showing that between 2022 and 2024, 151,482 Indonesian migrant workers were placed officially from West Java, ranking third nationally after East and Central Java.
Yet, he noted, illegal migration remains high, with many families seeking help for unregistered workers, highlighting gaps in information, access, and protection.
Najih linked the issue to the state’s constitutional mandate to protect all citizens, promote welfare, educate the nation, and contribute to world peace.
He emphasized that high-quality public services, which are fair, transparent, citizen-centered, safe, and educational, are essential to fulfilling this mandate.
“If the pillar of handling public reports is carried out through a series of investigations, the prevention pillar is conducted through policy audits in the form of rapid assessments and systemic reviews,” he added.
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