Manila: Former Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) senior executive assistant, Jeffrey Tumbado, has retracted his previous allegations of "corruption" within the agency, issued through an affidavit of recantation, a copy of which was obtained by Philippine media.
In a statement, he expressed his sincere desire to clarify that any accusations made during a press conference on Monday (October 9, 2023), were “unintentional” and “misguided”.
"I have issued this sworn affidavit as a public apology to Chairman Teofilo Guadiz III, Secretary Jaime Bautista...and to the Office of the President,'" Tumbado stated in a document obtained by Manila-based Rappler.
Chairman Guadiz was suspended and replaced by another official following a written order by DoTr Secretary Bautista.
"It is my honest desire to reiterate whatever allegations may have been said during the press conference on October 9, 2023, where the public declaration was made, were all unintentional and misguided," he said in the affidavit.
Tumbado admitted that his earlier statements were impulsive, irrational, and driven by poor judgment, further claiming that he was "influenced" by certain individuals.
His initial accusations included claims that transport operators paid officials substantial sums, up to 5 million pesos (about $88,249), in exchange for franchises, additional routes, and special permits.
He also alleged that former LTFRB chair Teofilo Guadiz III received...
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