Keep in mind that for a week, Opik, as he is fondly called, has had to attend a number of ceremonies to receive awards from several government instances. The awards bestowed upon him from the local up to ministerial level, consist of trophies, scholarships and money. His friends say it it is all on account of his fondness for helping others. And his "official tour" isn’t over yet. He is scheduled to meet with Vice President Megawati Soekarnop