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Fact Check: DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla Not Removed from Office
WHY IT MATTERS
Misinformation about government officials can erode public trust and create confusion about leadership continuity, underscoring the need for accurate reporting.
What happened
A viral Facebook reel claimed that Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla had been dismissed, sparking widespread speculation. The video, posted on September 20, featured photos of Remulla, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. , and others, and cited a vlogger’s remarks to support the false claim.
Rappler’s investigation found no official announcement from Malacañang or the DILG confirming a removal. The department’s website still lists Remulla as secretary, and no credible news outlet reported a dismissal.
The rumor stemmed from Remulla’s earlier erroneous statement about Harry Roque’s asylum application, which he later corrected. Palace officials acknowledged the mistake but emphasized that the statement was not intended to mislead.
PRIMARY SOURCES
FACT CHECK: Jonvic Remulla remains DILG chief
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CORRECTIONS & UPDATES
- Revision 1 · Initial ingestion · Oct 8, 2026, 10:15 AM
- Revision 2 · Source update detected · Oct 8, 2026, 10:15 AM