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PASIG CITY, April 15 (PIA) -- The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) General Cirilito Sobejana was officially donned his four-star rank insignia on Wednesday, making him the highest-ranking military officer. “While these stars firmly resting on my shoulders are a testament to my personal achievements, it is still a strong reminder to everyone that should never be conscious of their positions but should remain humble and thankful, and to always exercise due prudence and diligence in the discharge of their respective duties and responsibilities,” General Sobej...
th star after several delays due to the alleged questionable appointment of a senior police official. (6th Infantry Division – Kampilan Facebook / FILE PHOTO) President Duterte signed the promotion of Cirilito Sobejana Jr. to General after hurdling the powerful Commission on Appointments who cleared his promotion late last month. “While these stars firmly resting on my shoulders are a testament to my personal achievements, it is still a strong reminder to everyone that should never be conscious of their positions but should remain humble and thankful, and to always exercise due prudence...
By HANA BORDEY, GMA News Published April 14, 2021 7:03pm The Armed Forces of the Philippines' (AFP) Chief of Staff Cirilito Sobejana officially received his fourth star on Wednesday, three weeks after the confirmation of his nomination to the rank of general. The ceremony was led by Defense Undersecretary Cesar Yano—on behalf Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, who is in isolation due to COVID-19—at the Department of National Defense’s building in Camp Aguinaldo. Sobejana received the traditional military honors given to all appointed AFP chiefs. It was attended by Sobejana’s family ...