Dhofin's Struggle to Pass the Military Academy Makes Ibnu Jamil Proud and Touched

"A moment of happiness, pride, and relief as a parent. Following the process of my child's struggle to reach the point he truly desires," said Ibnu Jamil when met in the Senayan area, Jakarta (4/8/2025).

According to Ibnu, this success feels even more special because Dhofin, whom he knows as a quiet and indifferent person, actually harbors an extraordinary determination. He is also proud because his son has his own way of proving his abilities and making both of his parents proud.

"Alhamdulillah, it turns out that behind his indifference, behind his silence, he has his own way of making his parents feel proud," he said.

As a parent, Ibnu also feels an incredible relief after seeing his child has a clear goal after graduating from high school. According to him, many parents are surely plagued by worries when their children are in this phase, but he feels more at ease.

"When you have a child who already knows what they want, there is a sense of relief. So we know the mapping, perhaps from the cost of education, or maybe their readiness," he said.

The public's curiosity about where Dhofin's interest in the military world comes from has finally been answered. Ririn Ekawati's husband shared that it all started from the Paskibra activities his son participated in during school.

"He seems to enjoy being in an environment that involves training, marching, discipline, and relating to the military. After that, he said he wanted to prepare himself to join Akmil, to enter Akmil," he said.

Seeing his son's seriousness and burning enthusiasm, Ibnu Jamil, as a parent, certainly does not remain silent. He emphasizes his commitment to do whatever it takes to fully support his child's dreams, even if it means he has to work harder.

"As parents, we can only support, providing any assistance we can; we will definitely do it. Upside down, upside down, what matters is how that child can achieve what they want," he explained.