Tag: Anti-Drug Campaign
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Lawmakers Praise Extension of PNP Chief Marbil’s Term for Continuing Humane Anti-Drug Efforts
In a move applauded by legislators, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has decided to extend the term of Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil by four months. This decision is seen as vital for maintaining the momentum of the government’s revised anti-drug strategy. Surigao del Norte Representative Robert Ace Barbers, who leads…
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President Marcos Appoints Retired Major General Isagani Nerez as New PDEA Director
In a significant move within the Philippine government’s anti-drug efforts, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed retired Major General Isagani Nerez to lead the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). The appointment was officially confirmed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin via a text message to reporters stationed at the Palace. The swearing-in ceremony took place…
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Davao Police Crack Down on Illegal Drugs, Seize PHP1.1 Million in 24-Hour Operations
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Davao Region’s police force successfully executed 25 operations over a 24-hour period from January 22 to 23, resulting in the seizure of drugs worth PHP1.1 million. The Police Regional Office in Davao Region (PRO-11) announced the successful operations on Thursday. According to a social media update…
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Bacolod City Intensifies Efforts to Combat Illegal Drug Demand and Supply
In Bacolod City, a concerted effort is underway to tackle the persistent issue of illegal drug use and supply. The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) has been actively involved in operations that have led to significant drug seizures, including a recent haul of PHP1.7 million worth of shabu from three suspects at a hotel in…
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Marcos Administration’s Anti-Drug Efforts Yield P52.5 Billion in Seized Narcotics, Over 127,000 Arrests
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) announced on Wednesday that the Marcos administration’s anti-drug operations have resulted in the seizure of narcotics valued at PHP52.50 billion and the arrest of 127,155 drug suspects since July 2022. From July 2022 to December 31, 2024, the PDEA reported confiscating 6,764.56 kg of shabu, 80.76 kg of cocaine,…
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Philippine National Police Denies Conspiracy and Reward System for Killings
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has firmly rejected allegations of a widespread conspiracy among its members and emphasized its strict policy against any form of misconduct by its officers. This statement comes in the wake of legal action taken by the Department of Justice against 30 police officers accused of planting evidence and delaying case…
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Philippine Government’s Intensified Anti-Drug Campaign Seizes PHP21.43 Billion in Narcotics in 2024
In 2024, the Philippine government’s escalated efforts against narcotics resulted in the seizure of PHP21.43 billion worth of illegal drugs, marking a significant increase from the previous year. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) reported a 32% rise in the total value of confiscated drugs and controlled substances compared to PHP16.24 billion in 2023. The…
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Philippine Government’s Intensified Anti-Drug Campaign Seizes P21.43 Billion in Narcotics in 2024
In a significant escalation of its fight against illegal drugs, the Philippine government reported the seizure of narcotics valued at PHP21.43 billion in 2024. This marks a 32% increase from the PHP16.24 billion seized in the previous year, showcasing the effectiveness of the Marcos administration’s intensified anti-narcotics strategy. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) highlighted…
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Authorities Seize PHP28.5 Million in Shabu During Pre-Christmas Raids in Cebu and Bohol
In a significant pre-Christmas crackdown on drug trafficking, law enforcement agencies in Cebu and Bohol successfully seized PHP28.5 million worth of suspected shabu in two separate operations on December 23, 2024. In Cebu City, a 38-year-old woman, known only as ‘Nesan,’ was apprehended during a buy-bust operation on F. Cabahug Street in Barangay Kasambagan. The…
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Philippine National Police Seize PHP2.4 Billion in Drugs in 2024
The Philippine National Police’s Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) announced the seizure of narcotics valued at nearly PHP2.4 billion from January to December 18, 2024. PDEG chief Brig. Gen. Eleazar Matta detailed the haul, which included 168 kg of shabu, over 3.8 million marijuana plants, 1,830 kg of dried marijuana leaves, 48.672 kg of ketamine, 36.9…
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