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Bohol Prov’l Assessor Faces Ombudsman Case for Data Privacy Violation

In a landmark case, the Office of the Ombudsman Visayas has initiated an in-depth investigation into allegations of a data privacy breach involving Rene Y. Jayag, the OIC-Provincial Assessor of Bohol province. The complaint, filed by former Provincial Administrator and ex-Bohol Board Member Alfonso “Ae” Rafols Damalerio II, accused Jayag of alleged unauthorized disclosure of…

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Bohol Swindler Willy Ramasola Accused of Lying About Tarpaulin Business

A Facebook user named Ricky Madanguit has accused Emmanuel Bongcac Ramasola alyas Willy, a social media propagandist and member of the Office of Governance Accountability and Review (OGAR) of Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado, of being a Bohol swindler and a liar.  In a post dated February 23, 2024, Madanguit challenged Ramasola, president of a Rotary…

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Water Dispute Between LGU-Cortes and Richli Corporation Remains Unresolved

A local radio program, DYTR, has reported that the conflict between the local government unit (LGU) of Cortes or one of its offices and Richli Corporation, a water company, has not been settled yet. The dispute is related to Richli’s plan to extract water from Ohan Spring in Cortes for its water business. LGU-Cortes has…

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Police Release Emmanuel “Willy” Ramasola from QC Jail After Posting Bail

Emmanuel “Willy” Ramasola, a social media critic and member of the Office of Governance Accountability and Review (OGAR) of Gov. Aris Aumentado, has posted bail for three counts of libel filed against him by former Bohol Governor Edgar Chatto. The release from PNP lock-up jail in Quezon City was not a scene without drama as…

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QC Court Orders Arrest of Emmanuel “Willy” Ramasola for Cyberlibel

QUEZON CITY, Philippines – A social media influencer and businessman who is known for posting malicious statements online is facing arrest anew for cyberlibel charges. The Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 90 in Quezon City has issued a warrant of arrest against Emmanuel Bongcac Ramasola, also known as Willy Ramasola, who is based in Makati…

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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 DYTR radio program hosted by Ardy Araneta-Batoy, the managing editor of the Bohol Tribune. The…

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Court Orders Arrest of Willy Ramasola for 16 Counts of Cyberlibel

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol – A warrant of arrest has been issued against a known fake news spreader on Facebook for allegedly posting defamatory statements online against a former provincial board member and provincial administrator. The Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 48 in Tagbilaran City has ordered the arrest of Emmanuel Bongcac Ramasola, also known as…

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NO OGAR BUDGET IN 2024: SP RULES

The appropriations committee of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) has decided to exclude the budget allocation for the Office of Governance, Accountability and Review (OGAR) for the year 2024, effectively abolishing the controversial anti-corruption body created by Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado. The SP Committee on Appropriations, chaired by Vice Governor Dionisio Victor Balite, approved the entire…

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Atharra Primeland Vows to Continue Business, Complete Existing Projects Amid Allegations

Atharra Primeland Development Corporation, a real estate developer based in Bohol, has issued a statement on Thursday saying that it will continue its business operations and construction of existing projects despite facing allegations of fraud and misrepresentation from some of its condo buyers. The company’s chairman, Alfonso “Ae” Damalerio II, said the company is prepared…

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Boholanos Want House Probe on Aris’ Intel Funds Misuse

The Boholanons Against Corruption Movement (BACM), a civil society group that advocates for good governance and transparency, has issued a public statement calling the attention of the Philippine House of Representatives to help include in the investigation of Congress, the utilization of the intelligence funds of the Provincial Government of Bohol for their unauthorized use,…

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Fake FB post of Emmanuel Ramasola Drags CIDG; Victim Files Cyberlibel Raps

A former provincial administrator has filed a complaint against a Facebook user who allegedly posted a fake photo of him wearing a CIDG detainee shirt and tag. Alfonso “Ae” Damalerio reported to the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Bohol Provincial Field Unit (PFU) that his picture was maliciously edited and posted on the Facebook…

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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.

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Atty. Popot Marapao: ‘Unli’ Criticisms May Be Construed as Libelous

BOHOL, Philippines – A Boholano top-notch lawyer has said anyone is free to criticize public officials as long as criticisms are legal and fair. Atty. Lord “Popot” Marapao IV, in a radio interview, pointed out people must realize that they cannot wantonly (unlimited) criticize public officials as criticisms may be construed as “libelous.” Marapao said…

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