Vice Ganda slams corruption in series of Instagram Stories

• Vice Ganda posted three Instagram Stories condemning corruption in the Philippines
• She wrote, “Corruption everywhere. The greatest priority of any government must be to fight corruption”
• Another post read, “Corrupt government leads to the poverty of a nation”
• She shared an image labeling “the people” as victims and “the government” as the killer, symbolizing oppression

Comedian and television host Vice Ganda used her social media platform to speak out against corruption in the Philippines, sharing a series of Instagram Stories on Thursday that quickly drew attention online.

In her first post, Vice shared a bold message, “Corruption everywhere. The greatest priority of any government must be to fight corruption.”

The statement appeared against a plain background, underscoring her straightforward call for integrity in public service.

She followed it up with another message that echoed her frustration over systemic issues.

“Corrupt government leads to the poverty of a nation,” she wrote, stressing the direct impact of corruption on ordinary Filipinos who continue to struggle with rising costs of living, poor infrastructure, and lack of access to basic services.

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Her third post was more visual and symbolic. It featured an image of a terrified woman screaming while trying to hide from a menacing figure.

Vice labeled the frightened woman as “the people” and the menacing killer as “the government,” a metaphor for how she perceives the relationship between citizens and corrupt leadership.

Vice’s posts come at a time when issues of corruption are again in the spotlight, particularly with ongoing controversies surrounding multi-billion peso flood control projects and questionable public spending.

Her outspoken criticism reflects growing frustration among Filipinos who demand transparency and accountability from their leaders.

Known for blending humor with social commentary, Vice Ganda has often used her platform to amplify social issues.

While her posts did not name specific individuals or agencies, the tone was clear: a call for unity against corruption that she sees as a root cause of poverty and suffering in the country.

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Vice Ganda, whose real name is Jose Marie Viceral, is a famous comedian, host, actor, singer, and entrepreneur in the Philippines. He is well known as the main host of the noontime show "It’s Showtime" and for his blockbuster movies such as "Praybeyt Benjamin," "Fantastica," and "The Super Parental Guardians." Aside from being an entertainer, he is also an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and has a strong influence on the country’s pop culture.

Vice Ganda, who was in the United Kingdom for the ASAP in England concert, shared an Instagram Story that quickly gained attention. The comedian revealed how he and his companions tried to cut expenses while overseas. What began as a light anecdote about budgeting shifted into a sharp commentary on how his taxes are allegedly misused by corrupt officials.

As recently reported by KAMI, Anne Curtis showed her agreement with Vice Ganda’s sentiments following the comedian’s fiery message against corruption on a recent episode of It’s Showtime. The moment took place in the program’s “Laro Laro Pick” segment, where one of the participants, Ronron, narrated that he began working as a porter to provide for his family. Vice Ganda praised him and others like him, highlighting the dignity of choosing honest work despite financial hardship. He also pointed out how corruption robs lives, dreams, and opportunities from Filipinos. Anne’s repost on X added weight to the discussion and fueled netizen reactions.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh