QUEZON CITY, Philippines — NET25, operated by the Eagle Broadcasting Corporation under the religious group Iglesia ni Cristo, has increasingly become a broadcasting home for prominent figures and outspoken supporters aligned with the family of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
This shift follows the network’s launch of three new programs hosted by vocal pro-Duterte personalities: “Resbak ni Atty. Harold Respicio” hosted by Reina Mercedes, Isabela Vice Mayor Harold Respicio; “Late Night Meow-Meow Show” hosted by former Cavite 4th District Representative Kiko Barzaga; and “Bakbakan Na!” hosted by former Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Commissioner Rowena Guanzon.
These additions build upon earlier programming featuring pro-Administration and allied figures, including former Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo’s program “Counterpoint with Secretary Salvador Panelo” in 2021, and Senator Rodante Marcoleta’s participation in the network’s radio program “Sa Ganang Mamamayan” prior to his detention earlier this year over a plunder case.
Observers note that NET25’s current programming lineup has evolved following the House of Representatives’ revocation of the 25-year legislative franchise of Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI)—founded by Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy—due to multiple franchise violations.