Marbil tells Torre: Clean up CIDG
“CLEAN up the CIDG’ is what Philippine National Police chief General Rommel Francisco Marbil wants new PNP Criminal investigation and Detection Group director Brigadier Gen. Nicolas D. Torre to do.
This was the marching order of the top cop to the 49th PNP-CIDG chief who assumed his new post on Thursday after leading the successful PNP effort to capture fugitive Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder Pastor Apollo Quiboloy.
In a statement, Gen. Marbil tasked Torre, who is on track for promotion to Major General, to spearhead a full-scale internal cleanup of the CIDG to restore its integrity and rebuild public confidence.
“The CIDG must set the highest standard of professionalism and ethical conduct,” said the PNP chief.
“I have complete trust in Gen. Nicolas Torre III’s ability to address the challenges within the CIDG. His proven track record shows his capability to confront these issues head-on, and I am confident he will take on this mission with unyielding commitment,” he added.
Gen. Marbil emphasized the PNP-CIDG’s pivotal role in maintaining the credibility of police investigations and ensuring justice is served.
Thus, he ordered Brig. Gen. Torre to do the tough task of eliminating any internal issues in the unit and going after any of its personnel who will compromise the group’s integrity.
“There’s no room for complacency or misconduct within the CIDG. We must identify and address any wrongdoing, ensuring that the CIDG maintains its critical role in our law enforcement operations,” he said.
This directive is part of Gen. Marbil’s broader campaign for institutional reform within the PNP, focusing on strengthening investigative operations, expediting case resolutions, and fostering greater accountability and transparency across the organization.
Under Brig. Gen. Torre’s leadership, the CIDG is expected to implement sweeping reforms, including stricter personnel screening, enhanced training, and rigorous oversight of all operations to ensure adherence to the highest ethical standards.
“The CIDG is at the core of our investigative efforts, and I’m confident that under Gen. Torre’s leadership, we will see a revitalized, more effective unit that will serve the public with honor and integrity,” Gen. Marbil said.
