Muhammad Wafid

Muhammad Wafid

politician Indonesia

Muhammad Wafid is the Head of the Geological Agency at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in Indonesia. He plays a crucial role in monitoring volcanic activity, including that of Gunung Lewotobi Laki-laki, which erupted on March 20, 2025. Wafid's expertise in geological hazards is vital for providing timely information and safety recommendations to the public regarding volcanic eruptions and their potential impacts.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
295,273
Power
2,061$
Sentiment
7.80
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 23,920 $2,700,000 951$
Indonesia 1 8.00 0.10% +0% 273,523,615 271,353 $1,119,000 1,110$
Totals 2 341,409,626 295,273 $3,819,000 2,061$
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Recent Mentions

Indonesia Indonesia: Muhammad Wafid, the head of the Geological Agency, stated that there have been no reports of casualties or damage from the tsunami triggered by the earthquake. 8

Kompas: Tsunami Dipicu Gempa Rusia Tercatat Muncul di Papua

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Muhammad Wafid is the chief of the geology agency who reported on the volcano's eruption. 7

BBC: Indonesian volcano Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki spews massive ash cloud as it erupts again

Indonesia Indonesia: Muhammad Wafid is the Head of the Geological Agency who provided updates on the volcanic activity of Lewotobi Laki-laki. 7

Kompas: Aktivitas Lewotobi Laki-laki dan Semeru Masih Tinggi, Lahar Hujan Mengancam

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Geology agency head Muhammad Wafid said residents and tourists should avoid carrying out any activities within at least 7km of the volcano’s crater. 7

The Guardian: Bali flights cancelled after Indonesian volcano spews 10km-high ash tower | Bali

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Geology agency head Muhammad Wafid said no one should carry out any activities within 7km of the eruption. 7

BBC: Indonesia issues highest alert as Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupts

Indonesia Indonesia: Muhammad Wafid is the head of the Geological Agency who reported on the status of Mount Tangkubanparahu. 7

Kompas: Enam Tahun Tertidur,  Tangkubanparahu Menggeliat Lagi

Indonesia Indonesia: Muhammad Wafid explained that the cause of the landslide was the steep slope of the cliff. 6

Kompas: Tata Kelola Pertambangan Batuan

Indonesia Indonesia: Kepala Badan Geologi Kementerian Energi dan Sumber Daya Mineral Muhammad Wafid menjelaskan, penyebab longsor adalah kemiringan lereng tebing sangat terjal. 6

Kompas: Tata Kelola Pertambangan Batuan

Indonesia Indonesia: Muhammad Wafid is the Head of the Geological Agency at the Ministry of ESDM and provided insights on the landslide vulnerability in Cirebon. 6

Kompas: Kementerian ESDM Investigasi Penyebab Tambang Longsor di Cirebon