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“I don’t think so… reason we did this was so that we could maintain peace… only way to maintain peace is to make sure area is safe and is secure… considering this is 30-hectare compound, you really need lot of personnel…you cannot do it with just dozen police personnel,” President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.said no human rights violations were committed during police operations at Kingdom of Jesus Christ compound in Davao City, as he accused critics of politicizing enforcement of arrest warrant against Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy.
Followers of Quiboloy, has been charged with child and sexual abuse and qualified human trafficking, have slammed what they described as excessive use of force in implementation of arrest warrant against their leader and has accused law enforcers of violating their rights.
According to local police, deployed about 2,000 personnel to enforce arrest warrant, Quiboloy is likely hiding in underground bunker up to 30 meters deep within compound.
Speaking to reporters in Malacañang, Marcos disputed claims that law enforcement operation at KOJC compound was overkill and had violated rights of group’s members.
“You go to any human rights advocate, there’s nothing that we did violated human rights… all police personnel who entered were not armed…not one of them carried gun…we did not use tear gas…we did not do anything like that…so what human rights violation?” he stressed.
Marcos said more KOJC members would have been hurt if fewer police personnel were sent to compound.
“If it were fewer, more would have been hurt, more supporters of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ would have been hurt…many policemen would be hurt because of clashes…if many were deployed, problem would be addressed immediately…so, that’s what we’ve done,in inspection of 30 hectares alone, you would need lot of personnel…so, I do not see, I think what they are talking about is political, that is not true,” Chief Executive said.
Sen. Ronald dela Rosa appealed to President Marcos “to listen also to different sort of heartbeat” as PNP continues to occupy KOJC premises with belief heartbeat detected by their ground penetrating radar was that of Quiboloy.
“In the midst of this cacophony of sounds, it is our hope that voices and hearts of these Filipinos will not be drowned out,” dela Rosa said in Senate privileged speech.
“PNP continues to occupy KOJC premises as they detected heartbeat…to that we raise no objection…we are in no position to question these technological advancements,” dela Rosa said, as he questioned continuous search of PNP to enforce warrant of arrest against Quiboloy.
“The only questions from the people of KOJC are why is it necessary to deploy more than 2,000 policemen from different regions to arrest six people who are members of the KOJC, is it necessary for the implementation of the warrant, for our policemen to camp inside and outside the KOJC compound?” dela Rosa stressed.
Dela Rosa also criticized number of deployed police officers. As former PNP chief, he said he had not encountered operation to implement warrant of arrest that needed to deploy forces of close to 2,000 people.
Ozamiz Archbishop Martin Jumoad appealed to Quiboloy to surrender and to prove his innocence in court.
Jumoad made appeal amid continuing stand-off between PNP and supporters of Quiboloy.
“Quiboloy must surrender now for the sake of his people and to stop more loss of lives and damages of property…if he is innocent, there is court, rule of law must prevail and must be respected and obeyed,.” Jumoad said.
At least 18 people were arrested by police when KOJC members put up barricade along the road in front of KOJC compound.
Police have been searching for Quiboloy, who they believe is hiding in underground bunker inside 30-hectare compound.
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RR new character in ‘FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’
By Cynthia Montojo
“Magkakaroon kami ng friendship, magkaka-tulungan kami sa isa’t isa…makatutulong ‘yung character ko sa kanila, sila din sa akin. …abangan niyo po ako gabi-gabi para malaman niyo kung gaano ka-importante ang karakter ko sa buhay ni Tanggol,” actress Rosanna Roces shared video interview released by show producer Dreamscape Entertainment another “tisay” joins cast of Coco Martin starrer “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo.”
Former sexy actress Rosanna Roces once again works with Coco in latter’s Fernando Poe Jr.-inspired nightly action-drama show, “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo.”
Rosanna, also known as Osang, plays Boss Divina.
In video, actress said her character and Tanggol (Coco) will help each other in the show.
Earlier this week, mestiza actress Barbie Imperial was introduced as Tisay in the show.
It is not the first time for Rosanna to join Coco in his show. She also appeared in Coco’s other FPJ show “Ang Probinsyano” in 2021.
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LR election campaign docu ‘And So It Begins’ gets screening venues
By Cynthia Montojo
“And So It Begins” is Rated PG (Parental Guidance) by Movie and Television Review and Classification Board.
“And So It Begins,” documentary on 2022 presidential campaign of former vice president Leni Robredo, has found its venue screenings for its wider release after its debut at recently concluded Cinemalaya International Film Festival.
Former vice president announced on her verified Facebook page venue partners where block screenings of “And So It Begins” will be held.
“Nakapag-reminisce na ba ang lahat?” wrote the former vice president.
Post lists down venues of screening: Cinema 76, Fisher Mall in Malabon, Fisher Mall in Quezon City, Gateway Cineplex in Cubao, Powerplant Makati, Shang Red Carpet in Mandaluyong, Sta. Lucia, SunStar Mall Laguna, Gaisano in Davao, NCCC in Davao and Screenville Alturas in Bohol.
Robredo asked public to watch out for volunteer groups who will hold block screenings of “And So It Begins” in their areas.
“And So It Begins” revolves around grassroot movement of Robredo’s 2022 presidential campaign and aftermath of most recent national elections.
“Amid traditional pomp and circumstance of Filipino elections, quirky people’s movement rises to defend nation against deepening threats to truth and democracy,” documentary’s synopsis reads. “In collective act of joy as form of resistance, hope flickers against backdrop of increasing autocracy.”
It is directed by Ramona Diaz, who also directed award-winning documentary “A Thousand Cuts,” documentary film about journalist Maria Ressa.
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Makabayan 2025 slate has Brosas, Castro
By J.Lo
“We are tired of rotten politics and we want genuine leaders…taumbayan naman!” two congresswomen are gunning for Senate seats in May 2025 midterm elections under Makabayan Coalition.
Gabriela party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas and Alliance of Concerned Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro will join eight others in Makabayan’s senatorial slate.
Brosas and Castro belong to minority in House of Representatives.
Other Makabayan senatorial bets are Mody Floranda of transport group Piston, Mimi Domingo of urban poor group Kadamay, Jocelyn Andamo of Filipino Nurses United, Jerome Adonis of labor group Kilusang Mayo Uno, former anti-poverty czar Liza Maza, Teodoro Casiño of progressive group Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, Ronnel Arambulo of fisherfolk group Pamalakaya and Danilo Ramos of farmers’ group Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas.
In demonstration of unity at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila, Makabayan senatorial slate declared their candidacy with “clear collective sentiment.”
“Our slate represents our unwavering dedication to principles of nationalism, democracy and social justice,” said Makabayan co-chair and Bayan Muna chair Neri Colmenares.
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Comelec junked COC filing halt
By J.Lo
“Our commitment is to resolve cases of nuisance candidates on or before Nov. 30,” Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Garcia has rejected calls to defer filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) for May 2025 midterm elections.
Postponing COC filing period could adversely affect preparations for next year’s polls, Garcia said.
He said Comelec is also preparing for first Bangsamoro parliamentary election in 2025.
Delays in filing COCs could affect ballot printing and resolution of pending pre-election cases, he stressed.
Garcia said Oct. 1 to 8 COC filing period will remain.
Guidelines prohibiting withdrawal of candidacy after Oct. 8 deadline will come out soon, he said.
Comelec wants to resolve cases of disqualification and cancellation of COCs and remove nuisance candidates to start early printing of 70 million ballots, Garcia said.
Congress should let Comelec proceed with its scheduled COC filing period, Garcia said.
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Guo’s change of heart withheld her back home — PNP
By J.Lo
WHOEVER aided former Bamban Mayor Alice Guo’s exit out of Philippines will be held accountable. National Bureau of Investigation director Jaime Santiago vowed to hold accountable individuals, particularly if they are from government, who helped Guo evade arrest order from Senate.
Guo was supposed to return to the country last week but she apparently had change of heart, according to Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group director Maj. Gen. Leo Francisco .
Francisco received information Guo was supposed to return to the Philippines from Singapore last August 14.
He said agents were deployed at Ninoy Aquino International Airport to intercept Guo.
However, former local chief executive did not arrive. It is unclear why Guo, who was supposedly with five other people, did not continue with her travel.
Meanwhile, National Bureau of Investigation director Jaime Santiago said they have started probe to unmask people who assisted Guo.
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‘Dear Satan’ movie to change title after backlash
By Cynthia Montojo
“We want to extend our deepest apologies if title of our movie has caused any offense or discomfort…it was never our intention to hurt or disrespect anyone’s religious beliefs…our aim has always been to create content that entertains while conveying meaningful messages,” Producer Mavx Productions said in its open letter Christmas-themed movie initially titled “Dear Satan,” starring Paolo Contis and child star Sienna Stevens, will be changed to different title to “better reflect its intended message.”
Mavx Productions on Thursday posted its open letter on Facebook addressing several concerns raised by viewers regarding their upcoming film, set for release next month.
Mavx Productions said “Dear Satan” was produced to explore concept of “good vs. evil.”
Movie stars Paolo as Satan who accidentally receives letter from child that was supposed to be for Santa Claus.
As shown in its trailer, Paolo gets in touch with child named Chichi (Sienna), whom he tries to corrupt in any way possible. Surprisingly for him, he finds hard time corrupting innocent child’s mind even though he has subjected her to temptations, such as hoarding food or showing half-naked photos of men.
Instead of Chichi being influenced by ways of the world, she seemingly touched heart of Satan as he shows he cares for her when he entered church carrying her impassive body when she met accident.
Film is narrative about power of faith and triumph of good over evil…we wanted to illustrate that, despite presence of evil in the world, faith and virtue can prevail.
“We understand and respect concerns raised by our audience…in response, we have decided to change title of the movie to better reflect its intended message and to honor sensitivities of all our viewers…we believe this change will help align film more closely with its moral core and ensure it resonates positively with our audience,” production outfit added.
It also called on viewers to watch their film with “open mind and heart,” hoping viewers will be able to understand what they were trying to tell in the movie.
As of press time, production outfit has yet to reveal movie’s new title. It is scheduled for release on September 18.
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No politics in AQ arrest order
By Nidz Godino
“It’s easy to say politically motivated but that is not true,” Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin told reporters on sidelines of commemoration of National Heroes Day in Taguig City.called on camp of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) founder Apollo Quiboloy to respect justice system even as he denied arrest order for the religious leader was politically motivated.
Bersamin made remarks days after thousands of police led by Brig. Gen. Nicolas Torre III, Police Regional Office 11 chief, raided KOJC compound in Davao City in search of Quiboloy, who is accused of sexual abuse and human trafficking.
“Law must take its course… he is answerable to law…law must take its course…there is process there,” former chief justice said.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.was also present at National Heroes Day event but did not give media interview.
Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos called on Quiboloy to surrender as members of Philippine National Police (PNP) continue to search for him at KOJC compound.
“I reiterate my appeal to Apollo Quiboloy and his co-accused to surrender and face charges of child abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking… surrender of Quiboloy is the only means for him to prove he still respects law,” Abalos said.
Senate President Francis Escudero also called on Quiboloy to surrender to avoid worsening situation “where there may be more needless loss of lives as well as increasing disrespect for rule of law and our law enforcers.” Sen. Ronald dela Rosa made same call, saying Quiboloy should face charges because he “cannot hide forever.”
Sen. Risa Hontiveros said commotion at KOJC compound “would not have reached this kind of chaos if Quiboloy had appeared in Senate or in court since beginning.”huge number of KOJC members reportedly blocked national highway at Buhangin in Davao City, where group’s compound is located, on Sunday evening, forcing several passengers to walk to Davao City International Airport as some vehicles could not pass due to protest. Quiboloy’s camp accused police officers of irregularities in enforcing arrest warrant, as well as forced entry and using tear gas.
Dela Rosa, former PNP chief, Hontiveros and Abalos appealed for calm and to allow police to do their job.
Abalos defended PNP, saying police were implementing their duty to serve warrant of arrest on Aug. 24.
“Based on different intelligence reports, Apollo Quiboloy is still inside 30-hectare compound covers land, buildings, secret rooms and passage that needs continuous search, we promise to maintain peace and order in the community… I appeal to public to remain calm and allow legal process to prevail,” Abalos said.
Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio Gonzales Jr. and Deputy Majority Leader Jude Acidre defended PNP operation, saying it is legitimate action.
“Former president Rodrigo Duterte, as former chief executive, you understand better than anyone importance of law enforcement in upholding justice…our police officers were enforcing legitimate court order, and they should be allowed to do their job without undue interference,” Gonzales said.
Acidre emphasized no one is above the law, regardless of position or influence.
“Quiboloy is fugitive facing serious charges, and PNP was simply fulfilling its duty to enforce the law….imperative that we allow our law enforcement agencies to operate without political interference,” Acidre said.
He cautioned Duterte that his “defense of Quiboloy only serves to cloud issue.”
“Law must apply to everyone equally, and any attempt to shield someone from justice sets dangerous example,” Acidre added.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla wants airtight cases against perpetrators of alleged human trafficking at KOJC after rescue of two victims.
Remulla called for “stronger collaboration” among Department of Justice through Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking, PNP and Department of Social Welfare and Development.
“This is to ensure airtight cases against perpetrators with end view of delivering justice to their victims…let us continue fighting this human trafficking menace, hounds society, particularly vulnerable sector,” Remulla said.
PNP earlier rescued man and woman who claimed they were being barred from leaving compound in Davao City.
Remulla also urged members and non-members of the KOJC who have experienced abuse to come forward and file charges, assuring them of government assistance and protection.
He praised PNP for their efforts in rescuing alleged victims of trafficking..
Meanwhile, Bersamin refused to comment on Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio’s statement over the weekend asking forgiveness from KOJC members for urging them to vote for Marcos in the 2022 elections.“I have no comment on that,” Bersamin said. The Vice President called raid betrayal of public trust and violation of constitutionally protected rights.
But House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin expressed deep concern over Duterte’s pronouncements, saying these “appeared to defend powerful figure accused of heinous crimes, rather than seeking justice for victims.”
“As mother, woman and public servant, I cannot remain silent in the face of Vice President Sara Duterte’s recent statement concerning KOJC and ongoing legal actions against its leaders,” Garin said.
Duterte, who severed ties with Marcos administration but remains close friends with President’s sister, Sen. Imee Marcos, was curious if police’s “excessive force” against Quiboloy and his flock was due to their being Duterte supporters.
Her brother, Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte, asked how long would police stay at KOJC compound to enforce warrant.
“This situation has already caused inconvenience to motorists, businesses and the public… public seeks clarification from the PNP, how long do you intend to stay at the KOJC property?” mayor’s statement read.
Younger Duterte respects implementation of arrest warrant “as long as it is in accordance with law.”
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