Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Nicolas Torre III on Monday said that recent issues within the PNP have already been “resolved” through discussions among the concerned officials, all with the common goal of public service.
The PNP chief gave the statement after the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) issued a resolution reversing the reassignment of senior police officials, including the Deputy Chief for Administration, the second highest post in the force.
“We do not deny that conflicts happen, but these are all administrative in nature, and I am confident they will be resolved within the organization. Since the matter came out, I have not made statements about the conflict, and that was intentional,” Torre said.
“I believe this will be resolved internally. It is simply a case of dialogue and explanation. We have the same purpose, the same goal, and the same direction. It is all for the good of the Filipino people,” he added.
Torre declined to comment directly on whether his assignment orders to Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez and Lt. Gen. Bernard Banac would prevail. However, during Monday’s flag-raising ceremony in Camp Crame, he formally recognized Banac as the PNP’s Deputy Chief for Administration.
“The PNP is united. No order, no obstacle, and no challenge can destroy our unity and our commitment to the nation,” Torre said. “As we salute our flag today, let us remember that our service is not for ourselves but for the Filipino people.”
