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Senators alarmed by 1,200 fake birth certificates in Davao del Sur

Senators are alarmed by the NBI's discovery of approximately 1,200 fake birth certificates in Davao del Sur.

Senate President Francis Escudero believes this fraudulent practice is widespread and merely the "tip of the iceberg," similar to the case of Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo.

Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III echoed concerns and called for a comprehensive investigation into the matter.

Senator Risa Hontiveros described the uncovering of thousands of fake identities as a "clear threat to public order and national security" and warned that criminal groups use fake Filipino citizenship for illicit activities.

Hontiveros emphasized that Filipino identity is not for sale and vowed continued Senate scrutiny into this trend.

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National Bureau of InvestigationRisa HontiverosFrancis "Chiz" EscuderoAquilino "Koko" Pimentel IIIAlice Guo
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