Sam YG amid corruption issues: “Baka pwedeng tax break muna?”

• Sam YG took to social media to air his sentiments on corruption hounding flood control projects in the country
• He underscored that Filipinos are weighed down more by corruption than by natural disasters
• The prominent host also suggested that citizens deserve a tax break if public funds continue to be misused
• Sam likewise expressed frustration over endless hearings that fail to hold officials accountable

Events host and former radio personality Sam YG has voiced out his frustration over corruption issues in the country, particularly in flood control projects, as he proposed that Filipinos be given a “tax break.”

In a social media post, Sam did not hold back in expressing his sentiments on the government’s handling of public funds. He lamented how corruption continues to burden ordinary citizens more than the natural disasters they face.

“More than drowning in floods, we are drowning in CORRUPTION. When the law no longer protects us from the corrupt but PROTECTS the CORRUPT from us, we are in deep trouble. Time to wake up. Nothing changes if nothing changes,” Sam wrote.

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He went further by questioning why Filipinos should continue paying taxes if public officials allegedly misuse them for their own benefit.

“Can we also stop paying taxes till the government gets its act together? Imagine… we’ve been paying for all the luxury cars, trips, bags, etc. of these corrupt people all along. Baka pwedeng tax break muna?” he added.

Sam also expressed dismay over the seemingly endless hearings that rarely translate into meaningful action.

“Sana ‘di puro hearing. Sana may mangyari,” he said in the caption of his post, which came alongside quote cards emphasizing his message.

Sam’s remarks come at a time when questions about accountability and transparency in government spending have been repeatedly raised. His post quickly drew engagement from netizens, many of whom echoed his frustration over the alleged misuse of public funds.

While Sam did not name specific officials, his call reflects a growing public clamor for stronger anti-corruption measures and genuine reforms in governance. The idea of a “tax break” for citizens, though not a formal proposal, underscores the sense of exhaustion and disillusionment many Filipinos feel as corruption controversies continue to unfold.

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Sam YG is a popular television and radio host in the Philippines. He is best known for being one of the three Boys Night Out hosts on Magic 89.9 and for being a former co-host on Eat Bulaga.

Sam YG got married to pageant executive Essa Santos on March 12, 2022. The special ceremony was held at the St. Benedict Parish in Silang, Cavite. The newlyweds also held a wedding reception at Los Arboles in Tagaytay. On Instagram, Sam uploaded some of their wedding photos taken by professional photographer Pat Dy. Sam and Essa Santos became an official couple in May 2018.

Before Essa, Sam was in a relationship with former radio DJ, Joyce Pring. They dated for four years until October 2017. After breaking up, the two still crossed paths and worked together on hosting gigs.

Source: KAMI.com.gh