Kapanlagi.com - Jeje Govinda, husband of Syahnaz Sadiqah, achieved victory in the Bandung Barat (KBB) 2024 Regional Election alongside his partner, Asep Ismail. However, the euphoria of this victory is not entirely smooth. Various negative comments flood social media, questioning Jeje's competence and eligibility in the political arena.
On Instagram, a viral post showcases various negative responses from netizens. In that post, Jeje is highlighted as being perceived as merely relying on his popularity as a musician. Many even claim that this victory is not free from issues of political money.
This criticism arises alongside reports from the legal team of another candidate pair requesting an investigation into alleged money politics violations by the pair Jeje and Asep. This controversy has sparked public interest, with many continuing to question the future of leadership in Bandung Barat.
1. Journey to Victory in the Regional Election

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The victory of Jeje Govinda was announced after the vote counting showed the superiority of this pair with number 2. Jeje and Asep Ismail managed to secure 1,874 votes, outperforming their opponents who received fewer than 1,000 votes.
However, this victory is overshadowed by controversy. One social media post recorded 4,951 likes and 490 comments dominated by criticism. Most netizens lamented Jeje's lack of experience in the world of governance.
2. Allegations of Money Politics Arise

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Shortly after the victory was announced, the legal team of another candidate pair filed allegations of money politics. Iin Titin Rohani, a representative of that team, stated that they have gathered evidence and witnesses to support this report.
“We will report the alleged money politics and request the disqualification of the pair Jeje and Asep,” said Iin Titin Rohani, as quoted from TikTok @ayubandungcom. The evidence gathering process is said to be completed within seven days after the election.
3. Controversial Reactions from Netizens

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The post on Instagram elicited various reactions. Some comments stated that this victory is nothing more than a result of "riding on a big name."
“If you can't even take care of your wife, how can you take care of the people?” wrote @vivi_felicity. Meanwhile, @umhypacet95 claimed that this victory is merely the result of money power. “It's money, the ordeal belongs to those in power,” he added.
4. Response from Jeje's Supporters

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Despite being bombarded with criticism, there are also netizens who defend Jeje. They argue that the allegations of money politics lack a strong basis. Some even responded by highlighting similar violations by other candidates.
“The opposing team is also distributing money, it's the same,” said @ratihpur***. This has intensified the polemic, with each camp throwing accusations at each other.
5. The Future of Jeje's Leadership in KBB

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Now, Jeje faces a major challenge to prove himself worthy of leadership. In addition to facing an investigation from Bawaslu, he also has to win the hearts of the people who are skeptical of his political abilities.
Jeje Govinda stated that he will focus on work programs after officially being inaugurated. “We want to bring positive changes to West Bandung,” said Jeje in a brief interview after his victory.
6. What Makes Jeje Govinda's Victory Controversial?
Criticism arises due to Jeje's lack of experience in the political world, compounded by allegations of money politics.
7. Will Jeje be Disqualified from the KBB Regional Election?
The opposing team has filed a report to Bawaslu, but the investigation results are still pending.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.