FALSE. A Facebook post claims that Senator Raffy Tulfo said: “DUTERTE ANG UGAT NG BULOK NA SISTEMA.” The post presents this as if it were a verified statement from the senator.
FACT. There is no verified video, audio, or news report showing Tulfo saying this exact phrase. Major Philippine news outlets have not documented him making such a statement.
The post is based solely on unverified social media content and not on any recorded speech or official transcript. Without corroborating evidence, the claim cannot be considered factual.
Senator Tulfo, a public figure known for commenting on governance and accountability, has spoken on political and social issues, but there is no record of him explicitly blaming former President Duterte using that phrase.
Statements by public officials are typically covered by the media when made in speeches, interviews, or press releases. Searches across major Philippine outlets like GMA News, Manila Bulletin, Rappler, and Inquirer show no record of Tulfo making this claim, indicating it is unsubstantiated.
