By Ferdinand Patinio
MANILA – Incumbent Benguet Vice Governor and now congressional candidate Ericson Felipe is facing a disqualification complaint for allegedly using government resources to aid his campaign.
In a petition filed on May 2, private citizen Ralph Robin Tan, accused Felipe for violation of Section 68 of the Omnibus Election Code (OEC), particularly on the use of government vehicle during his campaign.
Tan claimed Felipe used a white vehicle bearing the marking “FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY,” which was reportedly seen regularly parked in front of his Baguio City property.
According to Tan, the label was intentionally concealed by a magnetic sign reading “Good Governance Benguet” — matching Felipe’s campaign branding — suggesting deliberate misuse of government resources.
The vehicle is allegedly registered to the Benguet provincial government, based on certification from the Provincial General Services Office.
The petition further alleged that the license plate of the vehicle was switched at times.
Tan urged the Commission on Elections to cancel Felipe’s certificate of candidacy and declare votes cast for him as stray ballots. (PNA)
