Gibran's Academic Credentials Questioned, Cited as Mere Attendance Certificate
Gibran Rakabuming Raka, a vice-presidential candidate in Indonesia's presidential election, has been reportedly described by Bonatua as possessing only an "attendance certificate, not a diploma or degree." This statement could reignite controversies surrounding his academic qualifications.
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