Why hasn't the Department of Justice (DOJ) lifted a finger on the case of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy?
Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas posed this question during a virtual press conference of the militant Makabayan bloc Thursday, Dec. 15.
"Ang sabi ng DOJ (According to the DOJ), they will consult with their legal team. But the pile of allegations against Quiboloy has been ongoing for years, how come they are still undecided on what to do with an international fugitive?" said Brosas, who did not mince her words on the issue.
Quiboloy is the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, The Name Above Every Name (KOJC) church.
The United States (US) Department of Treasury recently blocked all US-based transactions and properties connected to the pastor, effectively freezing his assets. The move was made in connection with Quiboloy's cases of alleged sex trafficking, rape, and physical abuse of women and children.
"The government did not even consider providing protection and aid to the victims. Meanwhile, political prisoners have been languishing in jails because of trumped-up charges while Quiboloy, who is already sanctioned by the US, remains free," Brosas further said.
DOJ Secretary Jesus Crispin "Boying" Remulla is a former House member. He was supposed to be part of the current 19th Congress as Cavite representative, but was appointed to the Cabinet by President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.