IBP remains non-political on VP's aide contempt case

The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) has decided to remain "non-political" regarding the contempt citation and detention order against Zuleika Lopez, the chief of staff of Vice President Sara Duterte.

The IBP stated that Lopez's legal profession was not the reason she was summoned to testify before the House Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability.

The national organization of lawyers clarified that they are not obligated to take a stance either for or against the contempt and detention order issued against Lopez.

Antonio Pido, IBP national president, affirmed that the organization is prohibited from engaging in partisan politics or making statements that favor any political party or group.

This statement from the IBP comes after former Duterte spokesperson Harry Roque challenged the organization to take a position on Lopez's detention.