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Ex-Iloilo lawmaker acquitted of ‘pork’ rap
The Sandiganbayan has acquitted former Iloilo 5th District representative Rolex Suplico of a graft case in connection with the alleged misuse of his Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) or pork barrel amounting P14.7 million in 2007......»»
Political Dynasty
By: Ferdz M. Brizo / FB Eye I am one of those in favor of amending the Constitution, provided that the first action taken is on the political dynasty provision, which should be engraved in the Constitution to prohibit political dynasties. This is one of the most crucial provisions that should have a fixed policy […] The post Political Dynasty appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Ombudsman junks raps vs NBI agents sued for torture of detainees, evidence planting
Criminal and administrative charges filed against nine agents of the National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) Task Force Against Illegal Drugs were dismissed by the Office of the Ombudsman in a ruling on Feb. 12, 2024, received on Monday......»»
Palace adviser calls for political Charter amendments
A disbarred lawyer and adviser of President Marcos is pushing for “political amendments” in the 1987 Constitution, with eight suggested political reforms that include extending the term limits of all elected government officials......»»
Palace adviser calls for political Charter amendments
A disbarred lawyer and adviser of President Marcos is pushing for “political amendments” in the 1987 Constitution, with eight suggested political reforms that include extending the term limits of all elected government officials......»»
Yogi Ruiz plans to form own political party
CEBU CITY, Philippines- Former Customs Commissioner Yogi Ruiz plans to create a new local political party in Cebu, aiming to join the mayoral race in the 2025 midterm election. Ruiz stated that the political party, dubbed “Partido Cebuano,” would be established once all documentary requirements are fulfilled and submitted to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)......»»
Frail body, sharp mind: Oldest political prisoner longs for freedom
Despite the deteriorating conditions, political prisoner Gerardo Dela Peña remains hopeful that he will still be reunited with his elderly wife Pilar and their family in Camarines Norte. The post Frail body, sharp mind: Oldest political prisoner longs for freedom appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Marcos-Duterte rival rallies ‘a disgusting display of political ambitions,’ says lawmaker
Amid the growing rift, a lawmaker asserted that Filipinos are bearing the brunt of the ongoing political play. The post Marcos-Duterte rival rallies ‘a disgusting display of political ambitions,’ says lawmaker appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Piston 6 acquitted by Caloocan court
The Caloocan MTC, through Judge Marlo Bermejo Campanilla, granted the demurrer to evidence filed by the “Piston 6,” acquitting them of simple resistance and disobedience to authority, a charge under the Revised Penal Code......»»
Ex-Munti mayor cleared of P97 million graft charge
The Sandiganbayan has acquitted former Muntinlupa mayor Aldrin San Pedro of a graft case that stemmed from the allegedly anomalous procurement of P97.52 million worth of fire trucks from 2008 to 2009......»»
Cebu lampposts case: SC clears DPWH execs, contractor of graft
The Supreme Court acquitted three former officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and a private contractor of graft charges in relation to the installation of allegedly overpriced lampposts during the 2007 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) summit held in Cebu. In a 22-page decision promulgated on Oct. 11, 2023, but made public only.....»»
Italy court clears man who tried to strangle sleeping wife
ROME—A court in Italy has acquitted a man who tried to strangle his wife while asleep, ruling that he was suffering from a sleep disorder, media reported on Thursday. His wife had to bite him to wake him and stop the attack, which happened in January 2021, the court in Brescia, in Italy’s northern Lombardy.....»»
Sandiganbayan acquits Binay matriarch of graft, malversation
The anti-graft court acquitted former Makati City Mayor Elenita Binay of graft charges over the alleged anomalous purchase of medical equipment amounting to P9.9 million in years 2000 and 2001. .....»»
Sandigan acquits Elenita Binay of graft
After 11 years of legal battle, former Makati mayor Elenita Binay was acquitted yesterday of graft and malversation over the allegedly anomalous procurement of P9.9 million worth of medical equipment for the Ospital ng Makati......»»
Jinggoy Estrada acquitted of plunder, convicted of bribery | The wRap
The wRap highlights: Jinggoy Estrada, The change, Filipinos in K-pop.....»»
Jinggoy Estrada acquitted of plunder, convicted of bribery in pork barrel scam
(4th UPDATE) Estrada was convicted of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery. He will remain free as he appeals those convictions......»»
SC acquits 2 in drug case over mishandled evidence
Two persons convicted of illegal drugs have been acquitted by the Supreme Court (SC) due to lapses in the handling of evidence against them......»»
Thousands more join BARMM s regional SIAP political bloc
The vice mayor here, a pioneer member of the political party of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, on Saturday joined, along with thousands, another bloc most known for its cross-section peacebuilding programs and socio-economic thrusts......»»
12 years in prison, political prisoner wants freedom on his 85th birthday
"There are no further obstacles that should hinder Tatay Gerry's release as the Board of Pardons and Parole issued a recommendation for the commutation of his sentence to a definite prison term of 12 years." The post 12 years in prison, political prisoner wants freedom on his 85th birthday appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Quiboloy and political allies: Connections and cut-offs
FOR WEEKS, Apollo Quiboloy has been in the news, but not for his preaching or pastoral activities. As a special adviser to then President Rodrigo Duterte, Quiboloy's worldly activities seemed above attack or threat. His power to endorse and command the vote of his flock made it easy for him to create a political network as well.But circumstances have changed. Duterte is out of power and as Team Unity has begun t.....»»