Ex-Duterte Aide Accuses NBI of Harassment Over Recommended Charges
Former Davao City Information Officer Jefry Tupas has accused the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) of harassment after the bureau recommended charges against him. Tupas questions the NBI's motives, alleging attempts to coerce his testimony.
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