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Profile of Meriani, the Deputy Governor of Bengkulu, partner Rohidin Mersyah


Jakarta (ANTARA) – Meriani is a successful businessman and politician who has been officially nominated as Deputy Governor of Bengkulu to accompany Rohidin Mersyah in the 2024 Regional Head Election (Pilkada).

His candidacy was announced by the former General Chair of the Golkar Party, Airlangga Hartanto, at the Golkar Party Central Leadership Council (DPP) office.

The Golkar Party which is the supporter of this pair has dominance in the Bengkulu Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) with 10 seats for the 2024-2029 period, spread across seven electoral districts (dapil).

Profile and educational background

Meriani was born in Talo, Bengkulu, on June 4 1966. He began his primary education at a local school in Bengkulu. His interest in law and leadership encouraged him to continue his studies at university level.

Thanks to hard work, Meriani succeeded in obtaining a law degree which became the starting point for her career.

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Career journey

After completing his education, Meriani began his professional career in the automotive industry. He climbed various strategic positions until he reached the position of branch manager.

Not stopping in one field, Meriani then developed business in various sectors, including oil and gas, tourism, microfinance institutions, and marine fisheries exports.

He is also recorded as having shares in Bank Bengkulu, showing his contribution to encouraging regional economic growth.

His success in building cross-sector business networks has made him a respected figure among Bengkulu entrepreneurs.

Steps in the world of politics and obstacles

Meriani’s decision to enter politics added a new dimension to his life journey. He had registered with several major parties in Bengkulu, such as the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP), the Democratic Party, and the National Awakening Party (PKB).

However, support finally came from the Golkar Party which decided to pair him with Rohidin Mersyah as a candidate for Deputy Governor.

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This step makes him one of the most considered candidates in the 2024 regional elections, considering the combination of his experience in the business sector with his ability to build political networks.

Ironically, a few days before the simultaneous regional elections were held, the candidate for governor who was Merani’s running mate, Rohidin Mersyah, was suspected of having blackmailed his subordinates to finance his candidacy in the regional elections.

Rohidin was then named a suspect in a corruption case by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). In fact, Rohidin was caught in a sting operation (OTT) with cash confiscated worth IDR 7 billion.

This of course has a big impact on Meriani, it does not rule out the possibility that he will also be involved in this case.

Personal life

Meriani is also known as the mother of Elisa Ermasari, member of the Bengkulu Regional Representative Council (DPD) for the 2024-2029 period.

His close relationship with his family and his dedication to regional development are his inherent characteristics.

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Reporter: Raihan Fadilah
Editor: Suryanto
Copyright © ANTARA 2024



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