(UPDATES) FORMER president Rodrigo Duterte has condemned the "excessive and unnecessary force" used in serving the warrant of arrest for Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy in Davao City. In a statement on Monday, Duterte said the incident, which occurred within a place of worship and on school premises, was "absolutely unacceptable." "I strongly condemn the use of excessive and unnecessary force in serving the warrant of arrest for Pastor Apollo Quiboloy," Duterte said. AdvertisementHelp locate QuiboloySenator Risa Hontiveros urged Duterte to help authorities locate "his friend" Quiboloy. She called on the PNP leadership to "ensure that none of our officers are being influenced by Quiboloy or any of his allies, particularly former President Duterte."

Source: Manila Times June 11, 2024 16:34 UTC