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Samuel Martires

Samuel Martires served as Ombudsman until his seven-year term ended on July 27, 2025, during which he implemented policies restricting public access to SALNs and handled high-profile cases, including those involving Vice President Sara Duterte. His tenure was marked by controversy, including criticism over his handling of the Pharmally Pharmaceuticals scandal and graft cases against former officials. Martires was succeeded by a new Ombudsman, selected after the Judicial and Bar Council reviewed multiple candidates.

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Recent developments on Samuel Martires

Thu, September 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM

JBC reviews 17 applicants for Ombudsman post

The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) is currently reviewing 17 applicants to fill the position of the next Ombudsman, who will be responsible for investigating and prosecuting erring government officials.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM

Remulla open to restoring SALN access if appointed Ombudsman

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, a candidate for the Ombudsman post, expressed his readiness to reverse the policy limiting public access to officials' Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) if appointed.

Thu, August 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM

Ombudsman candidate to review SALN access rules

Michael Aguinaldo, a candidate for Ombudsman, has expressed his willingness to review the Office of the Ombudsman's rule that limited access to government officials' Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN), a policy enacted during the Duterte administration.

Tue, August 26, 2025 at 5:09 PM

JBC interviews candidates for Ombudsman post

The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) began public interviews for the Ombudsman position on August 28, 2025, at the Supreme Court session hall, to fill the vacancy left by former Ombudsman Samuel Martires.

Mon, July 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM

Punzalan-Castillo named acting Ombudsman

Special Prosecutor Mariflor Punzalan-Castillo has been designated as the acting Ombudsman by Malacañang.

Fri, July 11, 2025 at 5:39 PM

Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Econg applies for Ombudsman post

Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Geraldine Econg confirmed her application for the Ombudsman post, stating it's a natural inclination due to familiarity with the office's functions.

Fri, July 11, 2025 at 1:23 PM

Ombudsman orders graft raps vs ex-DepEd, PS-DBM officials over P2.4B laptop deal

The Ombudsman has ordered the filing of graft and falsification charges against former officials of the Procurement Service of the Department of Budget and Management (PS-DBM) and the Department of Education for the purchase of 68,500 allegedly overpriced and outdated laptops worth P2.4 billion.

Tue, July 8, 2025 at 12:43 PM