Who is Ahmad Sahroni? NasDem Politician Suspended After Controversy

Jakarta, September 1, 2025 – Indonesian politician Ahmad Sahroni, a member of the NasDem Party, has been officially suspended from his seat in the House of Representatives (DPR). The decision was announced by the party’s Secretary-General, Hermawi Taslim, on Sunday, August 30, 2025.

The suspension also applies to fellow party member Nafa Urbach. Hermawi said the move was taken because of public anger over their remarks, which were seen as offensive and hurtful to citizens. The party expressed condolences to the families of people who recently died in demonstrations.

Political Career and Positions

Before his suspension, Sahroni served as Deputy Chair of Commission III of the DPR, which handles legal and security matters. However, on August 29, 2025, he was transferred to the 1st Commission, responsible for foreign affairs, defense, and intelligence. This transfer meant that he no longer held a leadership role in the legal commission.

Sahroni has been a prominent figure in the NasDem Party, often known for his strong and sometimes controversial statements. He represented Jakarta’s Tanjung Priok area, where he built much of his political support.

The Controversy

The current crisis began when Sahroni criticized public calls to dissolve the DPR, saying that such demands were exaggerated and labeling those who supported the idea as “stupid people.”

This statement quickly spread on social media and sparked public outrage. On August 31, 2025, angry residents stormed his house in Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta. His home and car were damaged in the chaos, and some items were looted.

Party Response

Following the backlash, the NasDem leadership suspended Sahroni from his position in parliament. Hermawi Taslim explained that the party must always represent the spirit of people’s sovereignty as written in the 1945 Constitution. Statements that hurt the people, he said, go against the party’s values.

Who is Ahmad Sahroni?

• Born: 8 August 1977, Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta

• Age: 48 years old (2025)

• Background: Before entering politics, Sahroni was a successful businessman. He often shared his “rags to riches” journey, from working as a driver and parking attendant to becoming wealthy.

• Political Role: Elected to the DPR as part of the NasDem Party, representing Jakarta. He became known as the “Sultan of Tanjung Priok” due to his rise in wealth and influence.

• Reputation: Charismatic but controversial, often making blunt remarks in public debates.

What’s Next?

With the suspension, Ahmad Sahroni will no longer serve as a DPR member under the NasDem faction. It is still unclear if he will continue politics independently or step back following the controversy.

For now, the once high-profile politician faces both political and personal challenges as he deals with public anger and the party’s punishment.