DOJ welcomes ex-gov't corporate counsel Quevedo as new PCGG commissioner
The Department of Justice (DOJ), which supervises the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG), welcomed the appointment of former government corporate counsel Rogelio V. Quevedo as new PCGG commissioner.
In a statement on Thursday, Feb. 29, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin C. Remulla said: "We are delighted to have Commissioner Rogelio Quevedo assume the position at the PCGG. His extensive background in law, coupled with years of dedicated public service, showcase his commitment to upholding justice that aligns seamlessly with the values we hold dear at the DOJ."
Remulla said Quevedo’s work at the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC) served as “a strong foundation to his subsequent appointment as Commissioner of the PCGG.”
"The DOJ looks forward to working collaboratively with Commissioner Quevedo to achieve shared goals in the pursuit of justice and public welfare,” he said.
He also said: Quevedo will play an important role in advancing the DOJ's mission to combat corruption and pursue cases related to ill-gotten wealth. His appointment is a strategic step towards reinforcing the rule of law and promoting a government accountable to the public."
The DOJ said that Quevedo has served in various capacities within the OGCC. He "demonsstrated his legal acumen in advising government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) on legal matters, ensuring the proper use of public resources.”