Former COA Chair Cordoba Appointed Supreme Court Associate Justice
Gamaliel Cordoba, former chairperson of the Commission on Audit (COA), has been appointed as an associate justice of the Supreme Court by President Marcos. Cordoba's tenure at COA was marked by investigations into alleged irregularities in government funds, including those related to the Vice President's office.
Read up to 3 eligible full articles per Japan day (JST) for free
Create a free account to open up to 3 eligible full articles per Japan calendar day (JST). Headlines and summaries remain available across ASEAN 7.
Related articles
- Marcos to New Navy Chief: Boost Territorial Defense
President Marcos has directed the newly appointed Navy chief to enhance territorial defense and deepen ties with allies, aiming to bolster the Philippines' security capabilities amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea.
- Legarda Champions Higher Education Reforms in CHED Policy Dialogue
Senator Loren Legarda reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening Philippine higher education at a policy dialogue with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). She emphasized the need for reforms to enhance quality and international competitiveness.
- NBI to Assist in Quiboloy Extradition, Awaiting DOJ Orders
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has pledged to provide necessary assistance in the potential extradition of Apollo Quiboloy, founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC). The extent of this assistance will be determined by directives from the Department of Justice (DOJ).
- Chua: Defense’s desire for longer trial is ‘masochism’
Manila Rep. Joel Chua sarcastically described the perceived desire of Vice President Sara Duterte's camp for a prolonged trial as 'masochism,' suggesting it benefits the prosecution.