The next head of the Bureau of Customs should continue predecessor Angelito Alvarez’s fight against institutionalized corruption in the agency, Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson said.
Lacson said Alvarez was on the right track in getting rid of the institutionalized corruption in the BOC when he was “unfortunately” given the boot at this time.
“It is unfortunate that Commissioner Angelito Alvarez is being given the boot at this time. He has barely started the reforms that the BOC badly needs. He knows his job very well and has been trying his darned best to correct the institutionalized corruption in the bureau,” he said.
He said it was Alvarez who discovered and exposed the case of the missing container vans, including the syndicates’ use of transshipment to avoid paying Customs duties and taxes.
On the other hand, Lacson said he expects former Rep. Rozzano Rufino Biazon, Alvarez’s reported replacement at the BOC, to learn the ropes of the job quickly and continue the reforms at the bureau.
“If I know him right, he is one straight and heads-up government official. He should be a good addition to PNoy’s administration,” Lacson said.
But he advised Biazon to break the “Friday habit” of those involved in smuggling-related corruption at the Bureau.
Citing information reaching him, Lacson said those engaged in corruption at the Bureau meet every Friday to divide the spoils.
“Once he learns the ropes, he’s one guy worth watching as far as reforms are concerned,” Lacson said of Bizon.
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Lacson Dares Mancao Camp: Donate Account's Proceeds to Dengue Victims
Even as he accepted a challenge to prove the existence of an account to which a P150-million check was deposited, Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson on Friday issued a counter-dare to the camp of former Senior Superintendent Cezar Mancao II: to donate to dengue victims the proceeds of that account.
Lacson said Mancao should issue an undertaking to the effect that Mancao will produce the equivalent amount of all withdrawals made from the account, and donate it to public hospitals accommodating dengue victims.
"I am willing to take up his challenge, if Mancao will issue an undertaking that he will produce an amount equivalent to all the withdrawals made from that account, and that it be donated to dengue victims, especially those confined in public hospitals," he said.
Mancao’s camp earlier challenged Lacson to trace the P150 million, and offered to turn over the proceeds of that account to him if he can trace it.
On Thursday, the Anti-Money Laundering Council confirmed the account of Mancao exists and that a P150-million check had been deposited to it.
Meanwhile, Lacson clarified he never accused Mancao of receiving the P150 million in exchange for linking him to the Dacer-Corbito case.
He said he merely sought a clarification on whether a copy of a document he had was authentic, and if the P150 million was credited to Mancao’s account.
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Lacson said Mancao should issue an undertaking to the effect that Mancao will produce the equivalent amount of all withdrawals made from the account, and donate it to public hospitals accommodating dengue victims.
"I am willing to take up his challenge, if Mancao will issue an undertaking that he will produce an amount equivalent to all the withdrawals made from that account, and that it be donated to dengue victims, especially those confined in public hospitals," he said.
Mancao’s camp earlier challenged Lacson to trace the P150 million, and offered to turn over the proceeds of that account to him if he can trace it.
On Thursday, the Anti-Money Laundering Council confirmed the account of Mancao exists and that a P150-million check had been deposited to it.
Meanwhile, Lacson clarified he never accused Mancao of receiving the P150 million in exchange for linking him to the Dacer-Corbito case.
He said he merely sought a clarification on whether a copy of a document he had was authentic, and if the P150 million was credited to Mancao’s account.
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Lacson Resolution Fetes Top Cops for 2011
Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson commended this year's recipients of the Country's Outstanding Policemen in Service (COPS) for giving Filipinos an inspiration with their dedication to service.
Lacson, who served as Philippine National Police chief from 1999 to 2001, filed Senate Resolution 562 to stress on the community the importance of supporting the police in fighting crime and keeping the peace.
"The Search emphasizes the need to situate the punitive aspect of law enforcement with the task of community relations and promotes police work as a shared responsibility between the policeman and the community," he said.
He added the Search for the C.O.P.S. highlights police officers who are models of excellence which will help change the negative public image that the PNP has seemingly acquired, "and inspires the public to work hand in hand with the PNP in preventing and solving crime."
Lacson also noted the Search is an expression of the civilian sector’s appreciation and gratitude to the effort of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in maintaining the peace and order situation in the country.
Thus, he said the Philippine Senate proudly joins the Metrobank Foundation, Inc., Rotary Club of New Manila East and PSBank in congratulating and commending these gallant police officers "who have actively solicited, mobilized, involved and organized the community to become fellow vanguards of the community."
This year's C.O.P.S. recipients include:
1. Superintendent Steve B. Ludan
2. Superintendent Samuel P. Turla
3. Chief Inspector Delia J. Ingalla
4. Senior Police Officer 4 Emmanuel P. Isiang
5. Senior Police Officer 2 Helen L. Dela Cruz
6. Senior Police Officer 1 Manuel A. Padlan
7. Police Officer 3 Rodel U. Alcano
8. Police Officer 2 Rina D. Salaya.
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Lacson, who served as Philippine National Police chief from 1999 to 2001, filed Senate Resolution 562 to stress on the community the importance of supporting the police in fighting crime and keeping the peace.
"The Search emphasizes the need to situate the punitive aspect of law enforcement with the task of community relations and promotes police work as a shared responsibility between the policeman and the community," he said.
He added the Search for the C.O.P.S. highlights police officers who are models of excellence which will help change the negative public image that the PNP has seemingly acquired, "and inspires the public to work hand in hand with the PNP in preventing and solving crime."
Lacson also noted the Search is an expression of the civilian sector’s appreciation and gratitude to the effort of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in maintaining the peace and order situation in the country.
Thus, he said the Philippine Senate proudly joins the Metrobank Foundation, Inc., Rotary Club of New Manila East and PSBank in congratulating and commending these gallant police officers "who have actively solicited, mobilized, involved and organized the community to become fellow vanguards of the community."
This year's C.O.P.S. recipients include:
1. Superintendent Steve B. Ludan
2. Superintendent Samuel P. Turla
3. Chief Inspector Delia J. Ingalla
4. Senior Police Officer 4 Emmanuel P. Isiang
5. Senior Police Officer 2 Helen L. Dela Cruz
6. Senior Police Officer 1 Manuel A. Padlan
7. Police Officer 3 Rodel U. Alcano
8. Police Officer 2 Rina D. Salaya.
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Lacson Files Resolution Lauding Outstanding Soldiers for 2011
Saying their gallantry and sacrifice should be an example to Filipinos, Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson has filed a Senate resolution commending the 10 recipients of this year's The Outstanding Philippine Soldiers (TOPS).
In Senate Resolution 542 filed by Lacson, the Senate joins the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. and Rotary Club of Makati in honoring and commending the gallant men and women who risked their life and limb for the country.
"The Philippine Senate proudly joins the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. and Rotary Club of Makati in honoring and commending the gallant men and women who have risked their life and limb in the defense of our country’s sovereignty through this year’s 2011 search for Outstanding Philippine Soldiers," Lacson, a graduate of the Philippine Military Academy Class 1971, said in his resolution.
This year's awardees include:
1. Col. Daniel A. Lucero
2. Master Sergeant Sixto P. Navarrosa
3. Chief Master Sergeant Billy C. Benebile
4. Colonel Alexander F. Balutan
5. Technical Sergeant Rommel V. Carbon
6. Data Processor 3 Jairus M. Cenabre
7. Colonel Raul L. Del Rosario
8. Master Sergeant Maria Teresa M. Bitong
9. Master Sergeant Nelson S. Mercado
10. Colonel Alexis D. Tamondong
In 2003, the search for T.O.P.S. became a career achievement award that recognizes the contribution of a soldier’s best seven years of his or her service in the military.
The competition has raised the mode of excellence within the military which the other soldiers should emulate, and represents the ideals upheld by the larger sector of the national community.
It also highlights the contribution of the AFP in peace, security and in nation-building and development.
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In Senate Resolution 542 filed by Lacson, the Senate joins the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. and Rotary Club of Makati in honoring and commending the gallant men and women who risked their life and limb for the country.
"The Philippine Senate proudly joins the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. and Rotary Club of Makati in honoring and commending the gallant men and women who have risked their life and limb in the defense of our country’s sovereignty through this year’s 2011 search for Outstanding Philippine Soldiers," Lacson, a graduate of the Philippine Military Academy Class 1971, said in his resolution.
This year's awardees include:
1. Col. Daniel A. Lucero
2. Master Sergeant Sixto P. Navarrosa
3. Chief Master Sergeant Billy C. Benebile
4. Colonel Alexander F. Balutan
5. Technical Sergeant Rommel V. Carbon
6. Data Processor 3 Jairus M. Cenabre
7. Colonel Raul L. Del Rosario
8. Master Sergeant Maria Teresa M. Bitong
9. Master Sergeant Nelson S. Mercado
10. Colonel Alexis D. Tamondong
In 2003, the search for T.O.P.S. became a career achievement award that recognizes the contribution of a soldier’s best seven years of his or her service in the military.
The competition has raised the mode of excellence within the military which the other soldiers should emulate, and represents the ideals upheld by the larger sector of the national community.
It also highlights the contribution of the AFP in peace, security and in nation-building and development.
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Monday, August 15, 2011
Arroyo Brothers Bungled 'Another Rescue Job'
Sen. Panfilo M. Lacson on Tuesday rebuffed on several fronts the claim of Negros Rep. Ignacio Arroyo Jr. that the helicopters supposedly sold forcibly to the Philippine National Police were not owned but “leased” by LTA Inc., the Arroyos’ family-owned company.
Like the San Francisco, California properties and the Jose Pidal accounts, Iggy Arroyo has developed the habit of rescuing big brother Mike but without much success.
Citing records from the criminal complaints filed by Jose Miguel Arroyo against Archibald Po with the Pasay City prosecutor's office, Lacson noted details on the so-called lease documents Arroyo presented contained several contradictions.
“They should do better than insult the Filipino people’s intelligence again,” he said.
Earlier, Lacson initiated a Senate inquiry into the P104.9-million mess where choppers supposedly used by the Arroyos were sold as brand-new to the PNP in 2009.
He noted the first discrepancy involved the date of the notarization of the lease agreement - March 16, 2004 - and the residence certificate of Lionair corporate secretary Renato Sia, on April 2, 2004.
It was impossible for Sia to sign the agreement with his residence certificate number not available at the time of the signing of the document.
Lacson also questioned why only the last page of the so-called lease agreement bore Sia's signature, when standard procedure requires that all the pages be signed by all parties concerned including the witnesses. The so-called lease agreement does not bear the signatures of witnesses.
But he said the third and most telling discrepancy was that the second and third batches of helicoppers arrived only on March 17 and 24 - after the “agreement” was supposedly signed March 16.
“So the choppers that were supposed to have been leased had not even entered the picture,” he said.
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Like the San Francisco, California properties and the Jose Pidal accounts, Iggy Arroyo has developed the habit of rescuing big brother Mike but without much success.
Citing records from the criminal complaints filed by Jose Miguel Arroyo against Archibald Po with the Pasay City prosecutor's office, Lacson noted details on the so-called lease documents Arroyo presented contained several contradictions.
“They should do better than insult the Filipino people’s intelligence again,” he said.
Earlier, Lacson initiated a Senate inquiry into the P104.9-million mess where choppers supposedly used by the Arroyos were sold as brand-new to the PNP in 2009.
He noted the first discrepancy involved the date of the notarization of the lease agreement - March 16, 2004 - and the residence certificate of Lionair corporate secretary Renato Sia, on April 2, 2004.
It was impossible for Sia to sign the agreement with his residence certificate number not available at the time of the signing of the document.
Lacson also questioned why only the last page of the so-called lease agreement bore Sia's signature, when standard procedure requires that all the pages be signed by all parties concerned including the witnesses. The so-called lease agreement does not bear the signatures of witnesses.
But he said the third and most telling discrepancy was that the second and third batches of helicoppers arrived only on March 17 and 24 - after the “agreement” was supposedly signed March 16.
“So the choppers that were supposed to have been leased had not even entered the picture,” he said.
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