After Leaving Office, Gibran Won't Return to Solo and Will Stay in Jakarta

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - The 14th Vice President of Indonesia, Gibran Rakabuming, announced that he will continue to reside in Jakarta even after leaving office.

"No, I am staying here," Gibran said after Friday prayers at Himmatul Masaakiin Mosque in Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, on Friday (14/11/2026).

He also confirmed that he will not return to Solo.

"There’s no one in Solo," the former Mayor of Solo stated.

He explained that he attended Friday prayers in Kebayoran Baru to foster relationships with local residents.

"So I can connect with the people here in Kebayoran," he said.

After the mosque visit, Gibran indicated that he would head straight home.

"Just going home. I’m just focusing on Friday prayers today," he remarked.

Gibran's presence in the mosque area was met with enthusiastic responses from the community.

Following the prayers, many community members rushed to greet him, asking for handshakes and photos.

Numerous children sought Gibran's autograph, and some mothers even expressed their support for him with tears in their eyes.