MANILA, Philippines – DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla has spoken out in a humorous way when announcing the suspension of classes and work in government offices due to the continued effects of the southwest monsoon (habagat), which has caused flooding.
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| Photo courtesy: Jonvic Remulla, DILG (Facebook) |
Mga Abangers,” it said, on Tuesday, July 22.
“Sarap ng bogchi ko. Sa kabusugan ay naka idlip nang sandali.”
“Oh eto na inaabangan ninyo: #WalangPasok sa lahat ng baitang kasama kolehiyo at seminarista, at mga tanggapan ng gobyerno para sa July 23, 2025.”
This is when netizens grew even more critical, joined by celebrities Jake Ejercito and Jessy Mendiola.
“There’s a time and place for trying to be funny— this isn’t one of them,” Jake said.
“Is this supposed to be funny?” Jessy reacted.
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In an interview with GMA Integrated News’ Unang Balita this Wednesday, July 23, Remulla clarified that he wasn’t minimizing the public’s hardships, however, he was simply trying to lift their spirits.
“Siguro hindi nila ako naiintindihan. Pabiro talaga ako. Hindi ko naman minamaliit ang pinaghihirapan nila. Ang ginagawa ko lang, ang pagpapaalala ay ginawa kong mas magaan para hindi negative vibes lagi ang naririnig,” he explained.
“Kung 'di naman nila naiintindihan ay humihingi ako ng pasensiya. Pero ganoon talaga pagkatao ko. Ano na lang, intindihin na lang ito na wala naman akong masamang intensiyon,” he added.
From now on, Remulla will be the one issuing announcements regarding the suspension of classes during disasters or severe weather.
Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Dave Gomez also informed Malacañang reporters that Remulla has been "authorized to issue announcements on behalf of the Cabinet and the Palace," especially since delays in suspension announcements have been causing problems for local government units (LGUs).
— Noel Ed Richards, The Summit Express