DOJ: PH cannot guarantee Quiboloy won't be extradited to US

The Department of Justice stated that the Philippine government cannot guarantee that Apollo Quiboloy will not be extradited to the US if requested, due to an existing extradition treaty.

Justice Undersecretary Raul Vasquez explained that the Philippines has an obligation under the treaty with the US, which allows Washington to seek a provisional arrest.

Vasquez clarified that extradition is distinct from extraordinary rendition, which Quiboloy claimed he fears.

In March, the DOJ had reported receiving no extradition requests from the US concerning Quiboloy, who faces charges of conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking and sex trafficking of children.

Vasquez emphasized that due to the treaty, no government official can provide Quiboloy with an absolute guarantee against extradition.

The 1994 extradition treaty outlines that requests must be submitted through diplomatic channels and include supporting documents such as details of the alleged offense and judicial warrants.