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Yap Challenges Chatto for Bohol Congressional Seat

BOHOL, Philippines: Former Tagbilaran City Mayor John Geesnall “Baba” Yap has announced his bid for Bohol’s first district congressional seat, challenging incumbent Rep. Edgar Chatto. Yap has secured endorsements from several mayors in the district, including those of Cortes, Corella,…

Bohol Congressman Slams Fake News Spreaders

Bohol First District Rep. Edgar M. Chatto has denounced his critics on Wednesday, calling them “blockers” who spread fake news and malign him and his family’s reputation. Chatto made the remarks during an episode of Newsmakers ug Uban Pa, a…

Cong. Chatto Eager to Review Cyberlibel Cases Filed vs Ramasola

A Boholano congressman has said he is “excited” to review the findings of a prosecutor who allegedly dismissed most of the cyberlibel cases he filed against a social media critic. Atty. Edgar M. Chatto, who represents the First District of…

Chatto Slams Fake News, Defends Joint Venture Agreement

Bohol First District Rep. Edgar Chatto has issued a statement to counter the false information posted by Willy Ramasola alleging that the province’s joint venture agreement has caused the October 1, 2023 brownout in Bohol.  He said that the joint…

Cong. Chatto Lauds BISU Students for Winning International Design Contest

A team of students from Bohol Island State University (BISU) has won the grand prize in an international product design and ergonomics competition held in Indonesia. The team’s product was a portable water purifier that can filter contaminated water using…

Bohol Rep. Chatto Lauds AFP Chief Brawner on CA Confirmation

Bohol Representative Edgar Chatto expressed his congratulations to Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on his confirmation by the Commission on Appointments (CA) on Tuesday, August 30, 2023. In a statement posted…

Bohol Rep. Chatto Honors Ninoy Aquino on his 40th Death Anniversary

Bohol First District Rep. Edgar M. Chatto paid tribute to former senator and democracy icon Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. on his 40th death anniversary on August 21, 2023. Chatto quoted Aquino’s famous words: “There is no greater nation on earth…

Arroyo Welcomes Australian Political Exchange Delegates in House of Representatives

Former President and now Deputy Speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo welcomed the delegates of the Australian Political Exchange Council (APEC) to the Plenary Hall of the House of Representatives on Monday, August 21, 2023. The APEC is a non-government organization that…

Cong. Chatto Supports for CHED’s Share from Tourism Travel Tax

Bohol First District Rep. and House Committee on Tourism Senior Vice Chair Edgar M. Chatto has expressed his support for the 40 percent share of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) from the tourism travel tax during a committee meeting…

Cong. Chatto Files 21 Counts of Cyberlibel Case vs Willy Ramasola

The cyberlibel cases filed against Willy Ramasola are a reminder that the freedom of expression is not absolute. There are limits to what you can say online, and if you cross those lines, you could face legal consequences. It is important to be careful about what you post on social media, and to make sure that you are not defaming or damaging someone else’s reputation.