BJMP inaugurates new jail facility in Mandaluyong
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology on Tuesday held the inaugural blessing of its new detention facility in Mandaluyong that is seen to bring down congestion rate......»»
NBI nabs 8 bogus DBM officials
Eight people allegedly posing as officials of the Department of Budget and Management were apprehended by the National Bureau of Investigation in Mandaluyong on Tuesday......»»
‘Environmental disaster’ nag-ung-ong sa jail
‘Environmental disaster’ nag-ung-ong sa jail.....»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: Father jailed for gunning down son in Lahug, Cebu City
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast to know the latest news in and out of Cebu. Here’s what you need to know this Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Father jailed for gunning down son in Lahug, Cebu City A 63-year-old father landed in jail after he allegedly gunned down his own son whom he had an altercation.....»»
Rappler Talk: Leila de Lima, a woman of faith
In this Holy Week episode, former senator Leila de Lima opens up about faith, forgiveness, and the godsent pets who kept her company in nearly seven years in jail.....»»
Wheat imports seen to rise on higher bread demand
It’s a quarter before seven in the morning. A queue starts to form in front of RJS bakery in Barangay Barangka Drive in Mandaluyong City......»»
Executioner
Earlier this week, Trump adviser Peter Navarro finally stepped into jail......»»
CARD Inc. Medical Services opens in Tanauan, Leyte
CARD, Inc. - CARD MRI’s Microfinance and Health Protection (MaHP) opens a clinic and laboratory facility that offers medical services in Tanauan, Leyte on October 5, 2023......»»
First Gen to upgrade, expand Casecnan plant
Lopez-led First Gen Corp. is expanding and upgrading the Casecnan hydroelectric power plant after taking over the facility last month......»»
Man jailed for stealing items from school
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 26-year-old man landed in jail after being caught stealing from an elementary school in Barangay Langtad, Naga City, Cebu, early Wednesday morning, March 20, 2024. The suspect was identified as Angelito Cudias Apeliano, 26, an unemployed resident of Barangay Pasil, Santander, Cebu. In a phone interview with CDN Digital, Police.....»»
Direk Jade Castro, 3 iba pa pinalaya na matapos makulong ng 40 araw
MAKALIPAS ang 40 araw, pinalaya na ang direktor na si Jade Castro at ang tatlo pa niyang kasamahan matapos kasuhan sa pagsunog umano ng isang modern jeepney sa Catanauan, Quezon noong January 28. Kagabi, March 11, nakalabas na sa Bureau of Jail Management Penology (BJMP) ng Catanauan si Direk Jade at sina Ernesto Orcine, Noel.....»»
Senate approves bill on BJMP control of provincial jails
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate passed a bill on Monday aiming to transfer the control and supervision of all provincial and sub-provincial jails from the local government to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP). Senate Bill No. 2352 or the Jail Integration Act, was approved on third and final reading, with 19 affirmative,.....»»
Victorias BJMP rehab program draws community support
Victorias BJMP rehab program draws community support.....»»
74K ka binilanggo gibuhian sa BJMP
74K ka binilanggo gibuhian sa BJMP.....»»
BJMP decongests jails nationwide, releases over 74,000 inmates from January to October
BJMP decongests jails nationwide, releases over 74,000 inmates from January to October.....»»
Espinoza: A loss for BJMP and the CCPO?
Espinoza: A loss for BJMP and the CCPO?.....»»
SPD allows inmates to vote
The Pateros Municipal Police Station conducted voter education and voting simulation exercises for more or less 80 persons deprived of liberty in a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting democracy and inclusivity. The activity, conducted in collaboration with the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology and the Department of Education was held at the BJMP Municipal Hall in Pateros and Polling Precinct Friday and witnessed the active participation of esteemed individuals committed to fostering civic engagement among the PDL community. Among the attendees were Armando Mallorca, Election Officer, representatives from DepEd, including the Electoral Board, and P/Col. Wilson Alicuman, Chief of Police, Pateros MPS, as well as Warden JSInspector Chrisvill O. Villamor. It was divided into two parts, the first segment focused on Voter’s Education tailored specifically for the PDLs. During the session, the PDLs were enlightened about the significance of their right to vote and the unique opportunity extended to them. The emphasis was on empowering them with knowledge, enabling them to make informed choices and actively participate in the democratic process. In the second part of the event, a comprehensive simulation of the voting procedure was conducted. The post SPD allows inmates to vote appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
BJMP to allow 56,679 inmates to vote
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology has signed a memorandum of agreement that will allow 56,679 persons deprived of liberty to cast their votes in the Oct. 30 barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections, a BJMP official said yesterday......»»
‘Bata-bata’ system could be blamed for jail mismanagement — ex-BJMP chief
This is how retired P/Maj Gen Aquilino Jacob, a former chief of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, described the penitentiary system. He criticized the personnel who were not qualified and only got their position through political connections and the 'bata-bata' system. In an exclusive interview with Daily Tribune, Jacob, an appointee of former President Joseph Estrada, expressed shock at the lack of necessary training among BJMP personnel, who were appointed based on political endorsements. He initially considered the agency leadership position less fulfilling but eventually accepted the challenge and committed to making improvements. According to Jacob, familiarity among jail guards and detainees is expected, but professionals who undergo training, have a deep dedication to their job and receive proper compensation can resist temptation. He added that wardens are in charge of jail facilities and are responsible for meeting the needs of detainees and guards. It's important to choose the right warden based on merit, rather than political connections, although this is difficult in the Filipino culture. “Mahirap mangyari ito na hindi pagbigyan ang mga VIP lalo na kung hinihirit nila ma-pwesto ang mga bata nila na kadalasan ay nagiging abusado at idagdag pa na siguro may pakinabang ang nasa itaas nila,” Jacob said. Jacob disclosed that during his time at the BJMP, he made a recommendation to integrate all jail management in the country into one single agency. He explained that there are several detention facilities that are being managed by different agencies like PNP, NBI, BI, NBP, and others. He described the situation as "fragmented". He suggested that having one agency in charge would prevent collusion between detainees and guards, while also making accountability easier. After retiring from PNP services in 1998, 91-year-old Jacob still enjoys serving as a public servant. He is currently a barangay kagawad in Brgy. Guadalupe Viejo, serving in a low-key and quiet position in his community. The post ‘Bata-bata’ system could be blamed for jail mismanagement — ex-BJMP chief appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Zambo BJMP facility remains drug-free
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency conducted a “random drug test” on 157 personnel of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, as well as 450 persons deprived of liberty inside the Zamboanga City Reformatory Center. ZCRC warden Supt. Xavier A. Solda reported yesterday that BJMP personnel and the PDLs underwent a random drug test conducted by PDEA inside ZCRC. Solda said the activity was aligned with the “Buhay Ingatan Droga Ayawan," or BIDA, program of the Department of Interior Local Government. Solda reported that no one from among the BJMP jail security personnel and PDLs tested positive for illegal drug use. “I am happy to report to the public that PDEA personnel have cleared all BJMP security personnel and our PDLs detained inside the jail facility from the influence of drugs,” Solda said. “Nobody among the 157 BJMP jail security personnel and 450 PDLs were found positive for using drugs,” Solda said. We have a solid stance against illegal drugs inside the jail facility, Solda emphasized. The post Zambo BJMP facility remains drug-free appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
220 PDLs earn ASL diplomas
Some 220 persons deprived of liberty earned their elementary and junior high school diplomas through the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System program at the Manila City Jail—Female Dormitory, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology said Friday. In a statement, BJMP chief Jail Director Ruel Rivera assured the jail bureau’s commitment to the national agenda of improving the delivery of basic education to Filipinos by ensuring that those qualified PDLs are enrolled in the ALS Program in all jails. “The BJMP’s care is not limited to securing their safety but more importantly in supporting them to become productive members of our society,” Rivera said. Vice President and Department of Education Secretary Sara Duterte graced the moving-up ceremony of the 220 PDLs on Wednesday. In her message, Duterte recognized the perseverance of the female PDL in striving to pursue education amid incarceration. “Life is not going to be easy. But even if it’s not easy, especially for you [PDL] it will be full of opportunities if you only know how to look at the positives in the things that are happening in your life,” she said. Duterte thanked officials of the Jail Bureau particularly, the Manila City Jail—Female Dormitory for the successful implementation of the “Bantay Nyo, Guro Nyo” Program. Since 2018, the Jail Bureau has produced 34,244 PDL graduates through the ALS program which opened up opportunities to continue their education while undergoing the rehabilitative process under the care of the BJMP. Currently, 18,883 PDLs are enrolled in the program in 403 out of 479 jails under the BJMP. Pursuant to Republic Act 10592, all PDL enrolled in the ALS are entitled to earn their allotted Time Allowance for Teaching, Studying and Mentoring. The post 220 PDLs earn ASL diplomas appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»