Senator Lorenzo Taada chaired a Senate Blue Ribbon Committee investigation into the matter, which caused Floirendo to shelf the plan and wait for a more favorable political climate. The Sandiganbayan found Floirendo guilty of violating Section 3 (h) of RA 3019, the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, due to his involvement . VI of the Constitution, the decision read. The Sandiganbayan found Floirendo guilty of violating Section 3(h) of the anti-graft law. BOX769. Beyond politicsA little known fact about Anton is his way in linking with people, amicably and professionally. Pantaleon Alvarez (second from left) and Antonio Floirendo Jr. (second from right) were good friends and were all smiles in late 2015, as they filed their certificates of candidacies for Congress for the 2016 national elections. Contents. So-called "banana king" Rep. Antonio "Tonyboy" Floirendo Jr. is determined to prevent his estranged friend and ousted speaker Pantaleon "Bebot" Alvarez from retaking the leadership of . he is married to former 1973 Miss Universe Margie Moran. In the 2016 elections, Floirendo bankrolled Alvarezs campaign for the congressional seat of Davao del Nortes 1st district. If you have leads, email [email protected] or tweet @lianbuan. Meanwhile, I can assure everyone that I was not in any way involved in the negotiation of the JVA between the Tadeco and Bucor in 2003, he added. 7-day strike vs jeepney ban set in Metro Manila, regions. Floirendo had been named as the biggest contributor to the presidential campaign kitty of the former Davao City mayor. It prohibits directly or indirectly having financing or pecuniary interest in any business, contract or transaction in connection with which he intervenes or takes part in his official capacity, or in which he is prohibited by the Constitution or by any law from having any interest.. [7], He chaired the Davao regional chapter of Marcos's political party Kilusang Bagong Lipunan, through which he lobbied for appointments of local officials.[8]. Antonio Ernesto " Anton " Floirendo Lagdameo Jr. (born January 22, 1968) is a Filipino politician and businessman serving as the Special Assistant to the President since June 2022 in President Bongbong Marcos ' administration. Call 896 6000. Floridas governor seized control of Walt Disney Worlds self-governing district on Monday, hailing the end of the corporate kingdom as he effectively punished the entertainment giant over its woke opposition to his political agenda. Prior to his entry to politics as representative of the second district of Davao del Norte, he was a successful businessman. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is unhappy over Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautistas mad rush to phase out traditional jeepneys, which has led to threats of a week-long strike from jeep drivers. The House speaker said his colleague had violated the law because Floirendo had a clear financial and pecuniary interest in the said JVA.. However, he insisted that such interest does not fall within the prohibitions of law. The elder Floirendo demanded hard work from his children. [3], Floirendo also hired prisoners from the Davao Penal Colony (Dapecol) as his laborers, permitting him to take advantage of prison labor at starvation wages. THE sixth division of Sandiganbayan sentenced on Wednesday, August 26, former Davao Del Norte representative Antonio "Tonyboy" Floirendo Jr. to six up to eight years of imprisonment for graft practices. [1], As a public servant, Lagdameo's main focus was on rural and agricultural development, social conservatism, education and lifelong learning, tourism and sustainable development. The old mans inspirational role in Davao politics speaks volumes of the illustrious pedigree Rep. Lagdameo has while serving Congress for three terms (2007-16). All Rights Reserved. He noted though that even before the filing of the graft complaint, Alvarez had already been issuing public statements against him. In 2016, he was included in the prestigious Penn Notables [3] list, a roster of alumni, faculty and trustees of the University of Pennsylvania who served outstandingly in foreign government. [3], After the war, Floirendo took up President Elpidio Quirino's call for people from Luzon and the Visayas to seek opportunities in Mindanao. Learn more. Under the deal which covers 5,308.36 hectares of Dapecol land, Tadeco pays the government through BuCor P26.54 million yearly, as guaranteed annual production share, and an additional 10 percent every five years. Tokyo drift: Japanese group targets Philippine unibank, A Nostalgic Reunion: Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski and other DoReMi stars reunite, Sy-led China Bank posts steady growth, profit jumps 27% to P19.1 billion, Zamora-led MRC enters ICT business with P500 million investment in PT&T to capitalize on digital transformation opportunities, Regascos Arnel Ty to lead largest gathering of LPG dealers with DOE, DTI, Ayala REIT exceeds P60 billion AUM goal, earnings soar to P3.4 billion, Yuck! Let me make it clear that Speaker Bebot and I have no fight with each other, Floirendo said. he is married to former 1973 Miss Universe Margie Moran. However, she said that other factors later compounded the situation. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Davao del Norte Rep. Antonio ?Tonyboy? Don't miss out on the latest news and information. Floirendo Jr. is the second of Antonio?s six children and the only one in politics. [3], In the 1950s, Quirino gave Floirendo his big break by issuing a proclamation that granted Floirendo the title to a total of 1,200 hectares of marshland in Davao del Norte. BTS member Jimin is set to debuthis solo album "FACE" in March, days after he teased fans on a Weverse live broadcast that the release was forthcoming. 7-day strike vs jeepney ban set in Metro Manila, regions. Born on Nov. 20, 1915 in Bauang, La Union, Floirendo was among those who saw enormous possibilities in the country's southern frontier after the war when the administration of President Elpidio Quirino encouraged people from Luzon and the Visayas to explore opportunities in Mindanao. 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Bilyonaryo. 6713 or the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, public officials are required to divest 60 days from assumption of office when theres a conflict of interest. As can be understood, the changes in economic conditions over the past 13 years have affected the competitiveness of such rates. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy. Tadeco said it has also been open for rate adjustments in its payments to BuCor since the JVA was renewed in 2004, saying the rates agreed during the time were the most competitive then. Maynilad Water Services Inc.s customers in southern Metro Manila will experience supply interruptions for up to three Beermen, Tropang Giga Japan-bound for EASL stint. Antonio "Tony Boy" Floirendo Representative, Davao Del Norte This current congressman of the 2nd district of Davao del Norte who regained his position in the Commission on Appointments. And I would like everyone to know that I tried and reached out to him but he refused to talk to me since this all started, he added. A group seeking to protect the Verde Island Passage (VIP) called for swift action on the oil spill caused by the tanker that sank off the coast of Romblon. The initiative does not only reflect his political thrust but replicates the pro-masses corporate concept Don Antonio embraced when he first launched his agricultural undertakings.Under the Barangayanihan concept, Lagdameo has focused his non-legislative efforts in strengthening socio-civic commitments to his constituents, promoting social justice and equality, encouraging education and lifelong learning, and supporting tourism and sustainable progress. Three of the infrastructure bills he filed in Congress are the conversion of the circumferential road of the Island Garden City of Samal, the junction highway linking Tuganay, Carmen-Kinamayan-Sto. 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Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. The elder Floirendo had trained as a mining engineer, but chose to plunge headlong into agriculture. His wife, Doa Nenita R. Floirendo, recalled that during the Japanese occupation, Floirendo, then in his 20s, used to ferry passengers on his calesa for a fee. Izaak Walton. This was a violation of Section 3(h) of R.A. 3019, since local officials are prohibited from having financial or pecuniary interest in any business, contract or transaction in connection with which he intervenes or takes part in his official capacity.. A 23-page decision released on Wednesday said Floirendo was guilty of violating Republic Act No. 4.1 Interviews; 4.2 Articles; 4.3 Videos; 5 External links; 6 References; Biography Trivia Tournament Results. This Court does not agree, said the decision. 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