Detractors might say that the Philippine Army was off by two weeks to April Fools’ Day when it asked a controversial blogger and singer known for lewd performances onstage to join an “intellectual discourse” as a resource speaker. Also invited to speak about social media on the theme, “Embracing Diversity, Building a Strong Army” were Pompee La Vina and Abe Olandres. About 180 Army senior leaders and special guests are expected to attend the event. “Let me show you one of the many invites (that I receive) proving my credibility on social media. They’re the ones spreading fake cheques (sic), and they had the gall to say I peddle fake news?”

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 15, 2017 21:50 UTC