Apollo Quiboloy Runs for Philippine Senate Amid Charges

Apollo Quiboloy, a controversial Philippine pastor known as the 'appointed son of God', has registered to run in the 2025 senate elections despite being detained on charges of child abuse, sexual abuse, and human trafficking. Quiboloy, an influential figure with millions of followers and an ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte, is also wanted by the FBI for sex trafficking and other charges in the United States. His legal team submitted his candidacy paperwork, asserting his intent to address national issues through 'God-centred' legislation. The Philippine election code permits candidacies unless certain legal conditions are met, and Quiboloy's situation is not unprecedented in political history. His church, Kingdom of Jesus Christ, has been implicated in various fraudulent activities, adding to the controversy surrounding his candidacy. Despite the serious allegations, Quiboloy's influence and political connections remain significant in the Philippines.