Small Laude denies husband's involvement in flood control mess linked to Edvic YapMANILA, Philippines — Content creator Small Laude, through the law firm Divina Law, denied any involvement of his husband, Philip Laude, in illegal activities, following recent reports linking him to a controversial joint bank account with Rep. Edvic Yap (ACT-CIS Partylist). “The joint venture was never implemented, no business operations were commenced, and no government project, pocurement, or transaction was ever pursued or undertaken. While a bank account was opened in connection with this potential venture, the law firm was established when Yap was still a private citizen. It said that the account was opened lawfully with the sole intent of exploring a private business opportunity. “Any attempt to link Mr. Laude to alleged irregularities or controversies involving public officeholders is therefore factually baseless and misleading,” it said.

Source: Philippine Star January 04, 2026 14:32 UTC