Vico Sotto issues new statement about people flaunting their wealth online: "...robs to riches"

• Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto spoke against the relatives of politicians and government contractors flaunting wealth online
• He said there is nothing wrong with being rich if it comes from honest work, but showing off questionable wealth raises concerns
• The issue surfaced after controversies linked to alleged anomalous flood control projects
• Sotto stressed that people are now becoming more aware and critical when they see displays of luxury

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto gave a statement on the relatives of politicians and government contractors who openly flaunt their wealth on social media.

He explained that there is nothing wrong with being rich if it comes from honest work and hard effort, but it becomes troubling when the wealth seems tied to questionable sources.

Referring to people connected to contractors, Sotto said they are the ones posting these things online, so naturally, they draw attention.

The discussion came after controversies involving flood control projects, where some social media personalities and vloggers were linked to politicians and contractors.

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These influencers gained attention for showing off luxury lifestyles, lavish travels, and extravagant parties, raising questions about where the money came from.

According to Sotto, people used to admire such displays of wealth, but times have changed.

With the flood control issue in the spotlight, many have begun to question these lavish posts.

He said this shift in public thinking is actually a good thing because it pushes people to reflect more deeply.

Sotto also shared that he knows many wealthy people who own big businesses, but they do not flaunt their riches in the same way.

He added that while stories of success used to be celebrated as rags to riches, the trend today seems closer to robs to riches, which he finds disappointing.

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Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto is widely recognized as a face of “good governance” in local government, often highlighted for his policies centered on transparency, integrity, and public service. Over the years, he has repeatedly expressed strong opinions against practices and systems he believes hinder government progress. On this issue, Sotto’s stand against alleged paid interviews is seen by some as a continuation of his advocacy for accountability and clean leadership.

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In a previous report by KAMI, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto released a statement after his controversial criticism of some media personalities who allegedly received payment from the Discaya couple. The mayor clarified that his point was not to seek attention, but to spark discussion on issues that the media and government must address as part of improving the country. In the pilot episode of “Models of Manila,” Sotto said that the first step to change is acknowledging and accepting the problem, even before accountability. Meanwhile, Julius Babao and Korina Sanchez strongly denied the allegations that they received money from the Discaya couple in exchange for interviews.

Adding to the buzz, actor Gardo Versoza also became a topic of discussion after posting about Vico Sotto. Recently, Gardo shared his honest thoughts about the Pasig City mayor, calling him the country’s “last card.” The veteran actor also engaged with netizens who commented on his post, further fueling the conversation.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh