Jaime Santiago

Jaime Santiago is the current director of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) who has been actively addressing issues like fake news, election threats, and inter-agency rivalry through legal measures. He led efforts that helped the Philippines exit the Financial Action Task Force's gray list for anti-money laundering practices. Santiago emphasizes balancing freedom of speech with adherence to laws against spreading false information online.

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Last updated at May 15, 2025.

Recent stories about Jaime Santiago

NBI files charges against three in TNVS driver Cabrera's killing

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed charges against three suspects in the killing of TNVS driver Raymond Cabrera, who was reported missing on May 18.
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NBI seizes PHP32M illegal vapes, arrests 3 suspects

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) seized over PHP32 million worth of illegal vape products and arrested three suspects in Bi帽an City, Laguna on Monday, July 7.
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NBI offers forensic help for missing sabungeros

NBI Director Jaime Santiago has offered his agency's forensic expertise, including lie detector tests and DNA analysis, to assist in the investigation of missing cockfight enthusiasts from 2021 to 2022.
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NBI conducts surprise inspection at New Bilibid Prison

On Thursday, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) conducted a surprise inspection at the New Bilibid Prison custodial facility following reports of special treatment for high-profile detainees.
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NBI, BI arrest Korean fraud suspect Kim Yooshik

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Bureau of Immigration (BI) have arrested Kim Yooshik, wanted in South Korea for fraud amounting to over 10 million Korean won.
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NBI keeps expelled lawmaker Teves despite court order

Expelled Negros Oriental lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr. will remain in the custody of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) despite a Manila court's order for his transfer to jail.
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Teves transferred to New Bilibid after return from Timor-Leste

Former Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo Teves Jr. was transferred to Building 14 of New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City on Friday afternoon following his return from Timor-Leste and a stay at the NBI headquarters in Pasay City.
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NBI seizes PHP55M in counterfeit luxury items

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) seized over PHP55 million worth of counterfeit luxury items across Metro Manila following complaints from legal firms representing Oakley, Gucci, and Yves Saint Laurent.
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NBI meets lawyers on fake news from vloggers

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) held a meeting with five lawyers representing vloggers and content creators who were issued subpoenas on Wednesday to discuss the proliferation of fake news.
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NBI files complaints against 4 vloggers for spreading false info about OFW arrests

On Tuesday, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) filed additional complaints against four more Cebu-based vloggers at the Department of Justice for spreading false information and manipulating videos of government officials.
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