President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed Secretary of Justice Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla as the new Ombudsman of the Republic of the Philippines, following the completion of the term of Hon. Samuel R. Martires in July.
Secretary Remulla has served as the 59th Secretary of Justice since June 2022. Under his leadership, the Department of Justice has advanced major reforms to modernize the justice system, decongest prisons, expedite case resolution, and expand access to legal services.
His decades of service as a legislator, governor, and lawyer have earned him widespread respect for his integrity and commitment to public service.
The administration remains steadfast in its commitment to fighting corruption wherever it exists.
As Ombudsman, Remulla is expected to uphold transparency, strengthen anti-corruption measures, and ensure that justice is delivered fairly and efficiently.
Marcos Jr. also assured that transparency, fairness, and the rule of law will remain the guiding principles of this administration in the quest for a New Philippines that truly serves the Filipino people.
Here is the president’s shortlist for the Ombudsman position, including the following:
MICHAEL AGUINALDO
Former Commission on Audit (COA) Chairperson
STEPHEN CRUZ
Retired Court of Appeals Associate
SAMUEL GAERLAN
Supreme Court Associate Justice
MICHAEL FREDERICK MUSNGI
Sandiganbayan Associate Justice
MARIO LOPEZ
Retired Supreme Court Associate
ANNA LIZA LOGAN
Deputy Executive Secretary
