'Congressmeow' Barzaga delisted from PH Army reserve force

Cavite 4th District Representative Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga, more popularly known online as “Congressmeow Kiko Barzaga,” was officially delisted from the Philippine Army (PA) Reserve Force and barred from future commissioning into the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), whether in the regular or reserve ranks.

- By MARTIN SADONGDONG

This was confirmed by PA spokesperson Colonel Louie Dema-ala on Wednesday, Oct. 22, a month after it was revealed that Barzaga had been recommended for delistment by the Army.

In a statement, Dema-ala said Barzaga's delistment took effect on Sept. 21, a few days before the recommendation was publicly announced on Sept. 30.

“Mayroon kasing procedures. Inannounce lang noong September 30 ‘yung kanyang recommendation, however, tumatakbo na ang investigation sa kanya. And September 21 niya kasi na-commit ang offense,” Dema-ala explained.

The PA said the delistment was made in accordance with General Headquarters, Armed Forces of the Philippines Standard Operating Procedure No. 7, which outlines administrative actions for grave offenses.

“As a result, Representative Barzaga loses his status as a member of the AFP Reserve Force and is no longer authorized to wear the military uniform under any circumstance,” Dema-ala added.