Manila Bulletin
Duterte warns punishment for illegal vaccine sellers: 'Do not wait for the 25th hour'
President Rodrigo Duterte warned that individuals involved in the illegal sale of COVID-19 vaccines will be held accountable and face consequences, stating that such actions deprive poor citizens of free vaccine opportunities.
Duterte emphasized that the national government's COVID-19 vaccines are free and under emergency use authorization, making any commercial sale prohibited.
He compared the illegal sale of vaccines to illegal drugs, urging perpetrators to stop before facing severe repercussions.
The President ordered relevant authorities to thoroughly investigate the matter and file appropriate charges against those involved.
This warning follows the arrest of three individuals, including a nurse, for allegedly selling Sinovac vaccines illegally in Manila.
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Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque condemned individuals involved in the illegal sale of COVID-19 vaccines, urging them to feel ashamed and stating that no one should profit from the nation's suffering.
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The Department of Health (DOH) reiterated that COVID-19 vaccines are not for sale and are being distributed for free.
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The National Task Force (NTF) Against Covid-19 is intensifying its efforts to apprehend individuals and groups involved in the illegal sale of Covid-19 vaccines.
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A nurse from Gat Andres Bonifacio Memorial Medical Center in Tondo, Manila, along with two other individuals, was apprehended for allegedly selling COVID-19 vaccines to workers of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators in Quezon City.
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