The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) vehemently dismissed the information circulating online that the organization has P15 Billion worth of "ghost projects" that started from 2023 up to present. 

"These claims are entirely untrue, insensitive, and obviously made to harm the AFP and its leadership," the AFP claimed in a statement issued on October 10.

Moreover, the AFP is willing to take legal actions against individuals and associations who are spreading misinformation against the institution over the alleged "ghost projects."

AFP Spokesperson Col. Francel Padilla in a press briefing on Tuesday, October 14, emphasized that the AFP will not allow these maliicious attacks against their organization. 

"We are preparing to file criminal charges against the individuals responsible for creating and propagating this malicious content,” she noted.

The AFP urged netizens to be alert and vigilant when it comes to sharing information especially on social media and other online platforms.

“The AFP urges the public—and especially our partners in the media—to exercise caution and responsibility when consuming and sharing content online. Reckless and unfounded allegations not only harm reputations but also erode trust in institutions whose men and women risk their lives daily to defend and protect our nation,” it says in the statement.

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