Noy follows GMA in rewarding generals
By Aytch S. dela Cruz 03/10/2011They may be political foes, but President Aquino appears to be following in the footsteps of his predecessor, former president, Rep. Gloria Arroyo by way of rewarding outgoing chiefs of staff with a civilian government post, thereby militarizing his government.
Former Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Gen. Ricardo David has
been officially appointed by Aquino as head of the Bureau of Immigration and Deportation (BID) starting Monday, March 14.
Presidential spokesman Edwin Lacierda made the announcement at a news briefing yesterday after David formally accepted the appointment, thus continuing the practice of retired military brass serving in the civilian government. This after David’s eight-month stint in the AFP.
“Mr. David’s integrity and professionalism will be instrumental in the efforts of the Immigration authorities to cleanse its ranks and purge its services of past abuses and misuse of authority. The President is pleased that Mr. David is taking on these new challenges in the civilian sphere,” Lacierda said..... MORE
Source: The Daily Tribune
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