Kupang –
Emanuel Melkiades Laka Lena was officially elected as Governor of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) after winning the 2024 elections. He paired with Johni Asadoma and won 37.33 percent votes.
Melki Laka Lena was officially inaugurated as the Governor of NTT for the 2025-2030 period by President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday (2/20/2025). With a background in the field of pharmacy and long experience in the world of politics and organizations, Melki is expected to be able to bring change to NTT.
Short biodata
- Full Name: Apt. Emanuel Melkiades Laka Lena, S.Si
- Place, date of birth: Kupang, December 10, 1976
- Male gender
- Religion: Catholic
- Wife: Mindriyati Astiningsih
- Child: 1
Educational background
- SDK Don Bosco 3 Kupang (1983-1989)
- Ndao Ende Catholic Middle School (1990-1992)
- Kupang Pharmacy High School (1992-1995)
- S1 Pharmacy, Sanata Dharma University (1996-2001)
- Pharmaceutical Professional Education, Sanata Dharma University (2001-2002)
Career and dedication
Melki began his career as a consultant at Puri Consulting Energy, Jakarta, in 2005. He was later trusted as the special team of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources. His experience in the field of consultation was also seen in his role in GSM concepts in 2010.
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In the legislative field, he was once a team of expert chairman of the Golkar Party Faction of the DPR-RI (2012-2013) and the Special Staff of the Speaker of the DPR-RI (2014-2018). Not only in politics, Melki is also active in the field of education as chairman of the Saint Mary’s College Foundation. He was later elected as a member of the Indonesian Parliament in the 2019 Pileg.
Organizational history
- Chairman of the NTT DIY Flobamora Family Association (2000-2002)
- Secretary General of PP PMKRI (2002-2004)
- Chairman of the PMKRI Alumni Communication Forum (2010-present)
- Nasdem Community Organization Declarator (2010)
- Members of the PP Advocacy Division of Pharmacy Entrepreneurs (2011)
- Chairman of the Golkar Party Youth PP (2015-2016)
- Deputy Secretary General of the Golkar Party DPP for the winning elections of Nusa Tenggara and Bali (2016-2019)
- Chairman of DPD I Golkar Party NTT (2017-present)
- Chairman of PPK Kosgoro 1957 (2017-2025)
Political journey and vision for NTT
As a figure who has experience in the political and government world, Melki continues to fight for the welfare of the NTT community. In the 2019 Legislative Election (Pileg), he was elected as a member of the Indonesian Parliament from the electoral district (Dapil) NTT II and served in Commission IX in charge of health, employment, and population.
As an elected governor, Melki is faced with various challenges, including improving the welfare of the community, strengthening the education and health sector, and optimizing the potential of tourism and creative economy in NTT. With his experience and commitment, it is hoped that he can bring positive changes to the area famous for its natural beauty and cultural wealth.
Challenges and hopes
NTT has a big challenge, ranging from high levels of poverty, food security, to access to health and education services that are not evenly distributed. In addition, the development of infrastructure and sustainable use of natural resources is also an important agenda for its leadership.
On various occasions, Melki emphasized his commitment to strengthen the synergy between local governments, the central government, and the private sector in building a more advanced and prosperous NTT.
With a background in the field of pharmacy and solid political experience, it is expected to be able to implement policies based on research and real needs of the community.
(DPW/DPW)
