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POGO reopening a scam — PAGCOR
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has strongly condemned the spread of disinformation regarding the supposed reopening of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs).
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco stated that there is absolutely no truth to claims circulating through false official letters and text messages that POGOs will resume operations.
Scammers are reportedly demanding up to P50 million for attorney's fees, consultation, and assessment to secure a POGO slot.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. banned all offshore gaming operations in July, citing POGO links to illegal activities such as money laundering and financial scams.
The ban officially took effect on January 1 this year after Mr. Marcos signed Executive Order No. 74.
Tengco emphasized that POGOs remain banned and there are no plans for their return, either now or in the foreseeable future.
He urged anyone receiving such messages or letters to immediately report them to PAGCOR or law enforcement agencies.
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