Undergo First Trial from Nusakambangan, Ammar Zoni Asserts 'Uncomfortable'

In the conversation, Ammar's current condition on the "prison island" was revealed. When asked by his lawyer if he felt comfortable, Ammar firmly gave a short answer that implied his discomfort."Oh no, not at all," he said in the courtroom of the Central Jakarta District Court on Thursday (23/10/2025).

Nevertheless, he ensured that his basic needs such as food and clothing were well met by the prison authorities."The food is good, it's fine here... They provided underwear," he added.

In the midst of the conversation, Jon Matias tried to encourage his client. He urged Ammar not to feel afraid or intimidated and to provide the most honest testimony in front of the judge."Don't be afraid, don't feel intimidated, just give the correct testimony," Jon advised Ammar.

As is known, Ammar Zoni was transferred to Nusakambangan after being suspected of involvement in a drug trafficking network within the Salemba detention center. His status as a high-risk inmate makes his legal process more complicated now.

Realizing this, at the end of the conversation, Ammar entrusted an important request to his lawyer. He hopes that future hearings can be held face-to-face or offline, rather than online."Next, I just want it offline, uncle," Ammar requested.

In the midst of the conversation, Jon Matias tried to encourage his client. He asked Ammar not to feel afraid or intimidated and to provide the most honest testimony in front of the judge."Don’t be afraid, don’t feel intimidated, just give your testimony honestly," Jon advised Ammar.

This request indicates Ammar's strong desire to be physically present and to defend himself directly in front of the Panel of Judges.This initial hearing is scheduled for the reading of the indictment by the Public Prosecutor. Now, Ammar Zoni must prepare to face a long series of trials from behind his isolation cell in Nusakambangan.