Jennylyn Mercado on corruption in the Philippines: "Tama na, sobra na"

• Jennylyn Mercado has spoken up about corruption in the Philippines
• On Instagram, Jennylyn reflected on her role as a taxpayer in the country
• According to Jennylyn, it is about time the people demanded accountability
• In her post, the Kapuso artist said "tama na, sobra na" with regards to corruption

Jennylyn Mercado, a well-known Filipina actress and Kapuso star, has spoken up about corruption in the Philippines, emphasizing the responsibility of taxpayers and the need for accountability among government officials.

In her Instagram post, Jennylyn reflected on her role as a taxpayer. "We were awarded as one of the top taxpayers and recognized as a tax advocate. Sana lang napupunta sa tama yung mga pinaghihirapan namin ibayad sa buwis! Nakakahiya naman sa mga mamamayang Pilipino," she wrote, echoing the sentiments of the public.

Jennylyn did not hold back in expressing her frustration, especially upon seeing allegations of public funds being misused while ordinary citizens continue to suffer from flooding, "Watching billions in ‘flood control’ vanish while our communities sink deeper in floods is unacceptable. Flood control funds are meant to protect people, families, and futures — hindi para mapunta sa bulsa ng mga magnanakaw," the actress said.

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Her strong words highlight a sentiment shared by many Filipinos who feel betrayed by leaders who are supposed to safeguard the nation's welfare.

By the end of her post, she made a firm call to action, joining the growing number of celebrities and public figures who have used their platforms to demand accountability. "We have families to feed and lives to support. We cannot allow our hard-earned taxes to be wasted. It's time to hold those accountable. Tama na. Sobra na," she declared.

Known not only for her acting but also for her advocacies, Jennylyn has once again proven that she is a voice willing to stand with the rest of the people.

Jennylyn Mercado is a Filipino actress, singer, and TV host who first rose to fame after winning in the reality talent competition StarStruck. She embarked on an entertainment career that began with singing before transitioning to acting. Since then, she has starred in popular television dramas and films, and has achieved considerable success in both mediums. On television, she remains a prominent talent at GMA Network and headlined notable series including the 2024 romantic fantasy Love. Die. Repeat. and the 2025 action drama Sanggang Dikit FR. Her versatility and longevity in the industry have solidified her status as one of the Philippines' top performers.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Jennylyn Mercado gave her fans and followers a good laugh on social media. Earlier, on Instagram, Jennylyn posted a video of herself doing the 'jail time' trend. It features a hilarious voice-over about a fictional recipe for wives to use on their husbands. Many were very amused by Jennylyn's comedic flair.

Meanwhile, Jennylyn Mercado's agency, Aguila Entertainment, warned the public about a fake ad featuring the actress. In a statement, the agency expressed alarm over the unauthorized use of Jennylyn’s photo in an online ad. The company stressed that the Kapuso star is not connected in any way to the gaming platform called "PH Sugar."

Source: KAMI.com.gh