BBM wants due process for Garcia; ombudsman wants apology

President Marcos yesterday called for adherence to due process and fair treatment of Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia, an administration ally who has been suspended for allegedly committing grave abuse of authority and other offenses.

- Alexis Romero

Marcos said any action that affects the mandate of a duly elected official must go through the proper channels and should be in accordance with the Constitution and Omnibus Election Code.

"Until all legal questions surrounding this suspension are resolved, she deserves to be treated fairly and with the respect owed to her office," he said.