- Home
- Raps...
Raps vs Vico Sotto, Teodoro, Treñas ‘political attacks’ – mayors group
MANILA, Philippines — The complaints against Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto, Marikina Mayor Marcelino Teodoro, and Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas before the Office of the Ombudsman are mere “political attacks” in light of the 2025 elections, a group of local chief executives said.
In a statement on Wednesday, the Mayors for Good Governance said they support Sotto, Teodoro, and Treñas who are part of the group.
“The Mayors for Good Governance express full support and confidence in our conveners, Marikina City Mayor Marcy Teodoro and Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, as well as Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas,” the group said.
“The complaints filed against them with the Ombudsman are an opportunity for the truth to come out and for their names to be cleared. However, we cannot disregard the possibility that these actions are politically motivated, especially with the Filing of Candidacies for the 2025 elections approaching,” it added.
In early August, a private citizen filed a case against Sotto before the Office of the Ombudsman, accusing him of graft, violation of the code of conduct for public officials, grave misconduct, gross neglect of duty, and other violations for supposedly giving a 100-percent tax discount to a telecommunications company in Pasig City despite supposed inconsistencies in its documents.
READ: Pasig mayor faces first graft case since 2019
On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Sotto is facing a second graft complaint for supposedly not distributing a one-time P1,500 cash allowance to city hall employees and allegedly handing out t-shirts instead.
READ: Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto faces second graft complaint
Teodoro, meanwhile, was accused of committing technical malversation for allegedly misallocating P130 million in Philippine Health Insurance Corporation funds.
READ: Marikina mayor, three others face technical malversation rap
The complaint against Treñas, on the other hand, is related to the demolition of the historic Iloilo City public market, popularly known as Central Market.
He is also facing grave misconduct, grave abuse of authority, conduct unbecoming, and conduct prejudicial to the public interest complaints before the Ombudsman.
READ: Iloilo City mayor faces rap over market demolition
According to the group, the three local chief executives have demonstrated transparency and accountability.
“As a movement that advocates for good governance and the fight against corruption, we always prioritize transparency and accountability. These three mayors have demonstrated and continue to embody these principles,” the Mayors for Good Governance said.
“We hope that the investigation will be fair and that, in the end, what is right and just will prevail. We will continue to stand firm, fight against wrongdoings, and promote what is best for the Filipino people,” it added. With reports from Arianne Denisse Cagsawa, trainee
- https://www.msn.com/en-ph/news/other/raps-vs-vico-sotto-teodoro-treñas-political-attacks-mayors-group/ar-AA1p9YZt?ocid=00000000
Related
How to avoid taking grainy photos with your smartphone
Taking a picture with your smartphone often results in grainy photos due to their tiny camera sensors. Usually, computational photography is applied to improve images. MakeUseOf says it involves using software that “makes images look how they should instead of using the image straight from the sensor.” That is why smartphone pictures often look pixelated and poor-looking. However, better snaps with a phone camera may well be on their way with...
NewsHow many calories you save by cooking from scratch
Cooking your own version of a takeaway at home could save you hundred's of calories in just one meal. Making your own kebab could save you more than 700 calories and add fibre to your diet.
NewsThe most powerful American production car engines ever made
There's no replacement for displacement, and this lot of hugely powerful and often massive engines prove that
NewsThe 10 surprising foods experts say you should keep in the fridge
Next time you're unpacking your groceries from the supermarket, you might want to reconsider where you store your items.
NewsHow to clean fish? A Complete Guide for Beginners
Cleaning fish can seem like a daunting task, but with the right techniques and a little practice, you can prepare delicious fish-based dishes at home. In this article, we'll guide you step by step through the whole process, from choosing the fish to removing the scales and entrails.
NewsWhat is SIM swapping and how can you defend yourself against it?
Most assume eSIMs are more secure than physical SIMs because they’re the latest technology. That is why cybercriminals have created a new way to scam these people: SIM swapping. This method takes advantage of two-factor authentication by tricking you into signing up for a new eSIM. Then, the scammers are free to use your new contact information for phishing and other nefarious purposes. READ: How to fix “No SIM” error for smartphones The first...
NewsBronze Age rock becomes researchers' 'treasure map'
LEUHAN, France: A piece of rock with mysterious markings that lay largely unstudied for 4,000 years is now being hailed as a "treasure map" for archaeologists who are using it to hunt for ancient sites around north-western France. The so-called Saint-Belec slab was claimed as Europe's oldest map by researchers in 2021, and they have been working ever since to understand its etchings — both to help them date the slab and to rediscover lost...
News‘Bebinca’ to enhance habagat, rains in Cebu expected in next 4 days
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Tropical Storm Bebinca may not directly impact the Philippines once it enters the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). But many parts of the country, including Cebu, may likely have a damp weekend as Bebinca will enhance the prevailing southwest monsoon (habagat). READ MORE EXPLAINER: What do color-coded rainfall warnings mean? Tropical depression intensifies into tropical storm Bebinca outside PAR Tropical Storm...
News