Mariel Padilla on husband Robin's decision to run for senator: 'He just wants to make a difference'

Mariel Padilla has come out to defend her husband, Robin Padilla against critics not happy with his decision to run in the upcoming elections.

Mariel posted a photo of Robin on Instagram recently.

She wrote as caption: "Robin is not hungry for money or power. He is at a point in his life wherein he just wants to make a difference. Put action to all his complaints. Speak for the muslims..."

She also assured her husband of her continued support: "Behind you, beside you and with you all the way @robinhoodpadilla." 

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Robin filed on Friday his certificate of candidacy (COC).

He will run under the ruling PDP-Laban under the faction headed by Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi.

He earlier took his oath as a new member of the party.