Powerful people who have coddled Quiboloy must be probed, says Gabriela solon
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- Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas has underscored the need to investigate Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, if only to unmask and probe his supposed "network of enablers".
Pastor Apollo Quiboloy (left), Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas (MANILA BULLETIN, Facebook)
Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas has underscored the need to investigate Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, if only to unmask and probe his supposed "network of enablers".
"We welcome the Davao Regional Trial Court's issuance of arrest warrant against Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy for violating Republic Act (RA) 7610 or the Anti-Child Abuse Law, specifically the provision on sexual abuse of minor and maltreatment," Brosas said in a statement Wednesday, April 3.
The pro-women's rights solon described the charges against Quiboloy as "deeply troubling, as they involve allegations of sexual abuse of minors and maltreatment within his organization".
"It is a stark reminder of how individuals who hold power and influence often exploit and abuse the vulnerable. For far too long, Quiboloy managed to evade justice," she said.
"The fact that Quiboloy evaded justice for years raises serious questions about the network of enablers and powerful individuals who may have been directly involved in helping him conduct his illegal activities," Brosas said.
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Brosas mentioned Quiboloy's supposed links to former president Rodrigo Duterte. Quiboloy is the former chief executive's spiritual adviser.
"An investigation must be conducted not only into his crimes but also into his connections, as it is inconceivable that he could have avoided accountability for so long without active assistance from influential figures who are aiding and abetting him," the lady lawmaker said of the controversial pastor.
Brosas stressed that no one, regardless of stature or connections, should be above the law.
"We stand in solidarity with the victims of these abuses and commend their bravery in coming forward to seek justice," she added.