Aquino wants Abunda in gov’t; ‘King of Talk’ may become secretary
By Angie M. Rosales 06/01/2010 Perhaps presumptive president apparent Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino can ask his would-be appointees in government to face the mirror and judge themselves if they are of the purest of hearts. And among them would be television host and show biz columnist Eugenio Abunda, Jr., popularly known as Boy Abunda, whom Aquino wants appointed in his government for his strong marketing and communication skills. “Think about it from a marketing perspective, things that you would want to market the Philippines for. He will be a good communicator,” Aquino was quoted by the GMA-7 News website. Abunda is a close friend of Aquino’s youngest sister Kris, who is a big celebrity, herself. Known as as the local “King of Talk,” Abundo often asks his celebrity guests to face an imaginary mirror before he asks them to speak about sensitive matters. According to the GMA-7 website, Aquino spoke to reporters at his Times Street home after meeting with envoys from the European Union. Aquino, however, could yet announce Abunda’s possible designation. When asked if Abunda would be named among his secretaries, Aquino replied: “It’s possible or lower. Usec, asec also.” Talks have it that Aqunio is considering Abunda for the Department of Tourism. Abunda had acted as a family spokesman when Cory Aquino died last August. Source: The Daily Tribune URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/headlines/20100601hed5.html |
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