Ilang ex-aides ni Zaldy Co, inilantad ang umano'y alok na suhol ni Baligod | Agenda

Overview

The report says the Billionaire News Channel (BNC) obtained sworn statements from former security aides and drivers of former Congressman Zaldio, totaling 25 additional affidavits. Earlier mentions suggest there may be more than 20, and BNC also cites figures that could reach over 100.

These affidavits are allegedly submitted by former House Speaker Martin Romalde’s camp to the Office of the Ombudsman.

Key Claims and Developments

• Alleged bribery scheme (“suitcase boys”) The aides reportedly stated—based on their experience and knowledge—that they did not see anyone delivering suitcases of money to officials, including senators, congressmen, or even PBBM.

• Attorney Levito Baligod as alleged recruiter The sworn statements claim that Attorney Levito Baligod allegedly approached and persuaded individuals to join the group known in media reports as the “eight suitcase boys,” offering money and other benefits (amount not specified).

• Other named associates Baligod is alleged to have been accompanied by individuals named Rosbert Wopan, Benny Bolontate, Johnny Buduan, and Tube. The report also suggests Tube is connected to the “suitcase boys” based on BNC research.

• Statement retractions The report references that four individuals retracted their statements, which affected the overall count and how the affidavits were presented.

• No intimidation or payment claimed According to the affidavits, the aides/drivers state they were not intimidated or paid to provide their statements.

• Ombudsman-related pursuit BNC claims an informant says someone from the Ombudsman and/or Romalde’s camp is allegedly trying to locate Zaldio’s fugitive security aides and drivers.

• Journalistic framing / credits The segment notes that BNC has also hired/consulted (and is crediting) Panigourney Baligod in connection with the Agenda report by Isaiah Mirafu Fuentes.

Presenters/Contributors

• Isaiah Mirafu Fuentes (reporter/host; mentioned as author of the “exclusive agenda report”)
• Orle Coteza (former Marine; mentioned among those whose statements/presence are included)
• Martin Romalde (referenced as part of Romalde’s camp; not a presenter)
• Levito Baligod (named attorney; not a presenter)
• Rosbert Wopan, Benny Bolontate, Johnny Buduan, Tube (named individuals; not presenters)