Paolo Duterte's libel complaint is his prerogative, says NBI chief
National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag stated that Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte's decision to file libel and cyberlibel complaints over allegations of receiving cash is his prerogative and a proper recourse to the justice system.
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