Kapolri Jenderal Pol Listyo Sigit Prabowo after attending Eyang Meri’s funeral procession.

progresifjaya.co.id, JAKARTA – The passing of Meriyati Roeslani Hoegeng, wife of the 5th Kapolri Jenderal Pol Hoegeng Iman Santoso, left a profound impression on Kapolri Jenderal Pol Listyo Sigit Prabowo. He explained, that in several meetings, Eyang Meri—the late woman’s nickname—always conveyed messages to the entire Polri family. This, Kapolri Listyo Sigit continued, served as a source of encouragement and inspiration for all Bhayangkara Corps personnel.

“He always gave us a message at every event: be a good police officer, have integrity, and be a police officer who can protect and serve,” said Kapolri Listyo Sigit after attending the funeral procession at the Giritama Non-Public Cemetery (TPBU) in Tonjong, Bogor, West Java, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

He continued, explaining that during the funeral at Eyang Meri’s home, the family even played a recording of Eyang Meri’s message to the entire Polri family. It was a reminder to always be a role model and start with yourself.

“Last night, we listened to his voice, recorded by Mas Rama. He always conveyed the message of being a role model and starting with yourself. I think these things are certainly a spirit for us, the Polri family,” said Kapolri Listyo Sigit.

Kapolri Jenderal Pol Listyo Sigit Prabowo in front of Eyang Meri’s grave.

In its meaning, this message is a mandate or testament from Eyang Meri. This mandate must continue to be echoed and become the spirit of the entire Polri family, wherever they are, to continue carrying it forward.

“Every time he delivered his message, please protect and entrust the Polri, please protect and entrust the Polri,” he said again.

He also emphasized that Eyang Meri’s message had profound meaning. In the future, the Polri, continued Kapolri Listyo Sigit, must be able to lead by example and provide protection and care to the community and be responsible for security.

“As per our primary duty and doctrine of maintaining the order and tranquility of the state, i think we remember many things from Eyang Meri Hoegeng. Farewell, Eyang Meri. We thank you for what you have given us. The legacy of your predecessor, the late Hoegeng Iman Santoso, continues to be a burning fire within the entire Polri family. We will uphold that will and legacy,” he emphasized. (Bembo)