Christophe Bariou, partner ni Nadine Lustre, may ibinunyag matapos imbestigahin ang kanyang resort
- Christophe Bariou said Maison Bukana was cleared by DENR-PRA of alleged violations
- Government findings reportedly found no reclamation or encroachment beyond property boundaries
- Bariou described the allegations as part of what he believes was a politically motivated smear campaign
- He urged media outlets to publish the official findings and correct previous reports
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Businessman Christophe Bariou, owner of Maison Bukana in Siargao and longtime partner of actress Nadine Lustre, said his resort has been cleared by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Palawan Rehabilitation Authority (DENR-PRA) following allegations of illegal reclamation and environmental violations.
Source: Instagram
Bariou shared the government agency’s findings in an Instagram post, saying the investigation did not establish sufficient factual basis for the accusations against his property.
According to the findings he posted, Maison Bukana had no reclamation and did not encroach beyond its property boundaries. Bariou highlighted the results after previously speaking publicly about what he described as corruption and other issues in Siargao.
“The accusation travelled fast. The truth took months,” he wrote.
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Bariou said the allegations against his resort surfaced only weeks after he spoke out about what he described as corruption, political intimidation, and harassment in Siargao. He claimed that the accusations were subsequently amplified before the investigation had established the facts.
“Within weeks, serious accusations appeared against my resort and were amplified nationally before the investigation had established the facts. Political figures publicly pushed Maison Bukana’s supposed environmental violations at the level of the DENR Secretary,” he said.
The businessman also alleged that external pressure may have been placed on the DENR to investigate other properties associated with him and his family. He said he received what he described as a “source information” making the allegation and that he was working to verify it through official documents.
Bariou further characterized the situation as a possible politically motivated smear campaign, while stressing that he was using his own case because it was supported by documentation.
“Taken together, I believe this bears the characteristics of a politically motivated smear campaign. I am using my own case because it is documented. The principle is bigger than just a resort’s reputation: government power, environmental enforcement, and media scrutiny must be applied fairly and accountably to everyone,” he asserted.
Following the findings, Bariou called on media outlets that previously reported on the allegations to issue public apologies and publish the official DENR-PRA results.
“A free press is essential to democracy. A responsible press is essential to public trust. Those who hold others accountable must also be willing to correct themselves. If an accusation deserves a headline, the truth deserves one too,” he said.
He ended his statement with a brief appeal:
“Let the evidence speak.”
Friends and supporters responded in the comments, congratulating Bariou and expressing support after the release of the findings concerning his resort.
Christophe Bariou is a Filipino-French entrepreneur, resort owner, and environmental advocate who founded the luxury eco-resort Maison Bukana in Siargao. He gained public attention as the longtime partner of award-winning Filipino actress and singer Nadine Lustre, with whom he has been in a relationship since 2021.
In another report, Christophe Bariou opened up about how closely he and Nadine Lustre see eye to eye when it comes to their values and long-term goals. According to Christophe, their shared outlook has made their relationship feel more natural and easier to navigate. Nadine agreed that having a similar vision is important, noting that it can be difficult to build a future with someone whose plans and priorities are completely different. The couple also acknowledged that they currently have differing views on having children, although Christophe said he respects Nadine’s feelings on the matter.
Meanwhile, Nadine Lustre shared why she has grown to appreciate being in her 30s more than her 20s. The actress said she feels more at peace now and has gained a clearer understanding of herself, as well as the things she considers important in life. She has also become more aware of her physical and financial limitations, prompting her to be more mindful of how she manages her time and resources. Despite having a busy schedule, Nadine makes it a point to reconnect with her friends and maintain those relationships whenever she can.
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