By Junex Doronio
MANILA — Taking notice that Vice President Sara Duterte earlier claimed that self-proclaimed “Appointed Son of God” Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy was no longer within the 30-hectare Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) compound where her father former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte serves as its administrator, a lawmaker on Monday (9 September 2024) has raised the possibility that they could be held liable for obstruction of justice.
House Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability chairperson and Manila Rep. Joel Chua pointed out that “no one is above the law,” including those who once held the highest positions of power in the country.
“The arrest of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy within the vast Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) compound in Davao City raises serious concerns about the integrity and accountability of those who have direct ties to this controversial preacher,” Chua noted.
“Moreover, Vice President Sara Duterte’s previous statements downplaying Quiboloy’s presence in the compound now appear to be misleading, if not intentionally deceptive,” he added.
Chua further noted the assurance given by the Vice President that Quiboloy was no longer within the compound “calls into question her credibility and suggests an attempt to shield the preacher from justice.”
“Such actions, if proven, would not only obstruct the course of justice but also erode public trust in our officials,” the Manila Solon said.
“If the Duterte family played any role in protecting or enabling Quiboloy during his time as a fugitive, they must be held accountable, just like any other citizen,” Chua emphasized.
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