DILG to treat Revilla ‘same treatment’ for his commitment at QC Jail

Philippine Canadian Inquirer
January 20, 2026

(Photo courtesy: DILG Philippines/Facebook)

QUEZON CITY — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), through the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), confirmed the commitment of former senator Bong Revilla Jr. to the Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory in Payatas, QC this afternoon, January 20.

By virtue of a Commitment Order issued by the Sandiganbayan Third Division, the commitment was carried out, directing Revilla’s transfer to BJMP custody.

“The DILG and the BJMP assure the public that Revilla is being accorded the same treatment, security measures, and jail management protocols as all other persons deprived of liberty, in strict adherence to existing laws, rules, and regulations,” the DILG’s press release read.

“The DILG and the BJMP remain committed to upholding transparency, professionalism, and the rule of law in the implementation of court orders and the management of all detention facilities nationwide,” it added.

Revilla and the others accused of malversation over an alleged PHP 92.8-million ghost flood control project in Pandi, Bulacan are awaiting their pre-trial and arraignment on Friday, January 23.