In a stunning and defiant speech that has sent political shockwaves across the nation, Congressman Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga has publicly called for the removal of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., accusing him of betraying the country and plotting his political silencing.
A Litany of Accusations
Barzaga outlined a series of grave allegations, stating that the Filipino people have “endured the inadequacies of his presidency for over three years.” He cited the recent secessionist tensions in Mindanao and escalating geopolitical conflicts that have brought the country “closer and closer to a war with China,” a situation he linked to Defense Secretary Di Buoceroro.
The most explosive corruption allegation centered on the “hundreds of billions of flood control funds stolen,” implicating the President’s cousin, former House Speaker Martin Romualdez. The lawmaker claimed this was investigated by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee.
Claim of a Plot to Silence Criticism
The congressman revealed that his outspoken criticism has made him a target, claiming he recently discovered a plot to remove him from the House of Representatives.
“They plan to remove me… through the Ethics Committee, or through a baseless accusation of crime,” he stated. He expressed conviction that the administration would succeed, citing the control President Marcos and his son, House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos, wield over Congress.
A Call to “People Power”
Faced with what he believes is his imminent removal, the lawmaker declared his intent to use his “limited time” to call for the President’s removal from power, explicitly drawing a parallel to the ouster of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
“I am no longer concerned about whatever I must sacrifice. If I am to be killed, then I shall die fighting. If I am to be imprisoned, then I shall fight from the confines of my cell,” he proclaimed.
In a direct appeal to the nation’s security forces and citizens, he invoked the spirit of “people power.” He called on the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine National Police, the Reserve Forces, and all citizens to join his movement.
“Let us call upon people power and create a better Philippines that our children will be proud of,” he urged, setting a start date for his movement: October 12, 2025.
Official Response Awaited
As of this reporting, Malacañang Palace and the Office of the House Majority Leader have not issued an official statement in response to these grave allegations. The speech is expected to trigger a significant political crisis, forcing a reaction from the administration and shaping the nation’s political discourse in the days to come.
The nation now watches and waits, as a lone congressman’s defiant stand threatens to ignite a major political confrontation.#
