# Corruption investigation and dismissal of Gowa Regent > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/corruption-investigation-into-gowa-regent > Updated: 2026-10-26T10:32:41.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 5. Sitti Husniah Talenrang, the Regent of Gowa, was named a suspect by the National Police’s Corruption Eradication Corps for alleged extortion, gratification, and money laundering. The investigation focuses on illicit activities occurring between 2025 and 2026, including demanding illegal fees from housing developers, manipulating building permits, and extorting funds related to minimarket expansions and festival sponsorships. Authorities seized assets totaling approximately Rp5.58 billion, including residential properties and a vehicle. Following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld a dismissal request by the Gowa Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs officially dismissed Husniah via a decree on October 14, 2026. The Ministry described the move as an “dishonorable discharge.” This decision followed investigations into various allegations, including suspected corruption regarding free school uniforms valued at Rp16 billion and allegations of an extramarital affair. Vice Regent Darmawangsyah Muin has been appointed Acting Regent to maintain administrative stability. Prior to her dismissal, Husniah had announced plans to pursue legal action against the Supreme Court and the Ministry of Home Affairs, alleging “sabotage.” Her legal counsel, Adhi Bintang, noted that a critical Supreme Court letter intended to allow her to respond to the dismissal proceedings was misdelivered by PT Pos Indonesia to the Sungguminasa Religious Court instead of her office. This error resulted in the Supreme Court issuing its ruling on October 1 without her input. On October 26, 2026, Husniah was detained at the South Sulawesi Regional Police detention center for a 20-day period, effective until November 14, 2026, as the investigation into her licensing-related extortion and money laundering continues. Her legal counsel has announced plans to file for a suspension of detention, citing her medical history of acute gastritis. The matter involves a joint investigation by Kortas Tipidkor, the South Sulawesi Regional Police, and the Gowa Police. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Husniah Talenrang detained over corruption and money laundering allegations Former Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah Talenrang has been detained for 20 days regarding alleged extortion, bribery, and money laundering involving building permits. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/former-gowa-regent-husniah-talenrang-detained-for-corruption ### 2026-10-14: Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah dismissed following impeachment The Ministry of Home Affairs has dishonorably dismissed Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah Talenrang following a Supreme Court ruling on impeachment involving corruption and misconduct allegations. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gowa-regent-sitti-husniah-dismissed-following-impeachment ### 2026-10-04: Gowa Regent pursues legal action after Supreme Court letter misdelivered PT Pos Indonesia admitted to misdelivering a Supreme Court letter intended for Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah Talenrang, leading her to pursue legal action over alleged sabotage in her dismissal proceedings. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gowa-regent-to-pursue-legal-action-after-supreme-court-ruling ### 2026-09-28: Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah Talenrang barred from traveling amid corruption probe Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah Talenrang has been barred from traveling abroad by South Sulawesi Police after being named a suspect in a corruption and money laundering case involving building permits. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gowa-regent-sitti-husniah-talenrang-barred-from-traveling-amid-corruption-probe ### 2026-09-25: Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah named suspect in extortion and money laundering case Gowa Regent Sitti Husniah Talenrang has been named a suspect in an extortion and money laundering case involving regional permits. Police have seized assets worth Rp5.58 billion. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gowa-regent-sitti-husniah-talenrang-named-suspect-in-corruption-probe --- Cite as: Corruption investigation and dismissal of Gowa Regent. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/corruption-investigation-into-gowa-regent