Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla reaffirmed that circulating rumors about the formation of a civilian–military junta are baseless. He stressed that the government maintains full visibility over individuals attempting to recruit personalities for an so-called “alternative government.”

“Not happening,” he said in an interview with the media.

The SILG noted that similar destabilization efforts have appeared repeatedly throughout the country’s history. “Lagi naman may subok na ganyan eh. It’s never been absent from the Philippines. So, it’s always been present in our system,” he said, referring to a recent account from a senator who shared that he was approached to participate but firmly declined.

He emphasized that while the matter requires vigilance, it does not warrant unnecessary alarm. “It is always a point of concern, but it’s not a point of panic. It’s not a point that we will waste great time and resources over it. Unahin na namin ‘tong mga nasa floodgate kaysa tong ibang destabilizers.”

Secretary Remulla assured the public that security and intelligence units are closely monitoring the situation. “We are on top of the situation. We know who are asking, who are the ones recruiting. We know what they’re up to. We know what they are offering. We know the composition of those who want to form an alternative government. So, we’re on top of it.”

He identified those involved in exploratory discussions as mostly retired or semi-active political personalities. “Mostly retired. Some semi-active politicians.. Connected with active politicians also.”

On the meaning of “semi-active politicians,” he explained: “They were in office a term ago, and they are still making themselves public. So we call them semi-active politicians. They’re still politicians except not in office. Yung mahilig pa rin makialam pero hindi na sila elected. Pero politiko sila dati.”

Asked what recruiters are offering, the SILG responded: “Everything from position, to power, to money. Lahat na inoffer nila.”