Vice President Sara Duterte has pushed back strongly against allegations raised by her former aide Ramil Madriga, saying the accusations are designed to undermine her potential candidacy for the presidency rather than uncover truth.

Speaking to reporters, Duterte categorically denied any personal or operational ties to Madriga, reiterating that she never gave him instructions, never visited him in detention, and never discussed any transactions with him. She described the allegations as baseless claims unsupported by evidence.

According to the Vice President, Madriga has presented no documents, no corroboration, and no proof, relying instead on repetition and public spectacle. “Bare allegations, no matter how loudly repeated, amount to nothing more than noise,” Duterte said.

Duterte further questioned Madriga’s motives, noting that he is facing serious criminal charges, including kidnapping, and may be acting out of desperation to secure release from detention. She also dismissed photos circulated online, explaining that these were taken during public events and do not establish any personal relationship or command structure.

The Vice President stressed that the timing of the accusations—surfacing amid speculation about her political future—raises legitimate concerns. “He is now disseminating false statements as part of a concerted effort to obstruct and undermine my possible candidacy for president,” she said.

Supporters see the issue as a familiar pattern in Philippine politics: accusations surfacing before evidence, narratives formed before verification, and restraint framed as guilt. Critics argue accountability must still be pursued, but even they acknowledge that allegations must survive scrutiny in proper forums.

🦅 Agila note:
When ambition is threatened, noise becomes a weapon. But elections are won by the people—not by affidavits without proof.

Bible Verse:
“The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him.” — Proverbs 18:17

VP Sara Duterte Issues Official Statement Rejecting ‘False Accusations’ Linked to Ramil Madriga

Vice President Sara Duterte has issued a firm official statement categorically denying allegations made by Ramil Madriga, describing them as false, unsubstantiated, and politically motivated.

In her statement dated December 22, 2025, the Vice President said she has no personal relationship with Madriga and has never given him instructions of any kind, nor visited or communicated with him at any point. She further clarified that photographs submitted by Madriga were taken during public events and do not support claims of coordination or campaign involvement.

“These images merely show that he was present as part of a larger public gathering,” Duterte said, stressing that they do not establish any form of personal or operational link.

The Vice President also underscored that Madriga has offered no documentary evidence, no corroboration, and no independent proof—only accusations. She warned against equating repetition with truth, stating that bare allegations, no matter how loudly repeated, amount to nothing more than noise.

Duterte further noted that Madriga is currently facing serious criminal charges and has a prior criminal record, suggesting that his statements may be driven by desperation to secure release from detention. She described the accusations as part of a broader effort to undermine her possible candidacy for the presidency.

The statement serves as a direct rebuttal amid rising political tension, reinforcing Duterte’s position that truth is established by evidence, not by narratives amplified for convenience.

🦅 Agila note:
When accusations are loud but proof is silent, clarity becomes an act of leadership.

Bible Verse:
“For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.” — Proverbs 11:14