QUEZON CITY, Philippines — BINI member Mikha Lim has issued a public apology and taken full responsibility after facing scrutiny for using her cellphone while driving.
Lim personally appeared at the Land Transportation Office (LTO) headquarters in Quezon City on Wednesday, November 11, ahead of her scheduled November 20 hearing. Her visit followed a show cause order and the temporary suspension of her driver’s license after a livestream she conducted behind the wheel sparked widespread criticism online.
LTO Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao noted that Lim’s early appearance demonstrated good faith as she met with agency representatives to address the violation.
Addressing the incident, Lim admitted that her actions were unsafe and stated that she is fully prepared to undergo due process and face the corresponding penalties.
”I want to sincerely apologize for my actions. There is absolutely no excuse for using my phone while behind the wheel. It was careless and irresponsible,” she said.
”I take full accountability for what happened. I have already reported to the LTO and am going through due process to face the proper penalties for my violation,” she added.
The LTO is expected to release its official resolution regarding the case within a week.
Reflecting on the controversy, Lim described the ordeal as a vital wake-up call regarding road safety and personal responsibility.
”This has been a big lesson for me to be much more mindful, disciplined, and responsible moving forward. Road safety rules exist to protect everyone, and something we need to take seriously,” she stated.
”I promise to learn from this and do better,” she concluded.