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'We don't give away prizes': VP Sara warns vs fake giveaways using her name

Duterte says no official prize campaigns are being conducted through e-wallets or social media platforms

Published Apr 22, 2026 04:01 pm
Vice President Sara Duterte warns the public against fake online giveaways using her name, stressing that neither she nor the OVP distributes prizes via e-wallets or social media. (Manila Bulletin / file)
Vice President Sara Duterte warns the public against fake online giveaways using her name, stressing that neither she nor the OVP distributes prizes via e-wallets or social media. (Manila Bulletin / file)
Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday, April 22, warned the public against fraudulent social media posts falsely claiming that she and her family are giving away cash prizes online.
In a Facebook advisory, Duterte expressed concern over misleading content circulating from groups such as “Duterte Legacy,” stressing that these supposed giveaways are scams.
Duterte cautions Filipinos to stay alert against fake giveaway posts, emphasizing that any prize offers using her name are fraudulent and should be reported immediately. (From OVP / Facebook)
Duterte cautions Filipinos to stay alert against fake giveaway posts, emphasizing that any prize offers using her name are fraudulent and should be reported immediately. (From OVP / Facebook)
“Ikinababahala natin ang patuloy na paglaganap ng mga social media groups tulad ng Duterte Legacy na nagpapakalat na ako at ang aking pamilya ay nagbibigay ng mga papremyo (We are concerned about the continued spread of social media groups such as Duterte Legacy that falsely claim that I and my family are giving away prizes),” Duterte said.
The Vice President also clarified that neither she nor the Office of the Vice President (OVP) is conducting any form of raffle, giveaway, or financial distribution through mobile e-wallets or any digital platforms.
“Ang Tanggapan ng Pangalawang Pangulo, at maging ako man, ay hindi nagbibigay ng mga papremyo sa mobile e-wallet o anumang platform (The Office of the Vice President, and I myself, do not give out prizes through mobile e-wallets or any platform),” she added.
Duterte urged the public to remain vigilant, report suspicious posts to authorities or platform moderators, and avoid engaging with potential scams. She emphasized the importance of protecting personal and financial information.
“Huwag magpaniwala sa mga ganitong post, at iwasan din ang pagbibigay ng mga impormasyon na maaaring magamit ng mga scammer sa kanilang mga gawain (Do not believe these posts, and avoid giving information that scammers may use for their activities),” she added.
The warning reinforces recent OVP alerts about individuals impersonating the Vice President or fraudulently using Duterte’s name in online scams.
READ: 
https://mb.com.ph/2026/04/21/vp-duterte-warns-public-anew-against-fake-social-media-accounts-using-her-name-family-photos
Authorities in the Philippines have repeatedly reminded citizens to verify sources before participating in online promotions, especially those involving money transfers or personal data.
The advisory highlights a broader trend of scams exploiting public figures and government offices, urging users to exercise extra caution online.
RELATED STORY: 
https://mb.com.ph/2026/04/20/huwag-magpaloko-vp-sara-warns-public-vs-messaging-app-impostor-urges-vigilance-against-scammers

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