NBI director says agency not used against critics

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Jaime Santiago has assured that the agency is not being used as a tool against critics or dissenters of the administration.

This statement comes amidst the NBI's ongoing investigation into vloggers accused of spreading fake news, including one who allegedly claimed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had legalized illegal drugs.

The arrested vlogger was apprehended in Cebu last week.

Santiago previously disclosed that the NBI is investigating over 20 vloggers and has sought assistance from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).

He stressed that the NBI is apolitical and trustworthy, emphasizing that the bureau's actions are solely for the implementation of the law.

Santiago also highlighted the importance of freedom of speech and expression, stating that government officials should not be overly sensitive to personal opinions.