RAAP—049
APPOINTED SON OF GOD
Pastor Apollo Carreon Quiboloy is a high-profile Filipino pastor and the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) religious group. He is known for his longstanding ties to political figures, including former President Rodrigo Duterte. Quiboloy is currently facing allegations of trafficking, child abuse, and various charges in the Philippines and the United States.
Quiboloy has been on the FBI’s Most Wanted List, indicted in the U.S. for sex trafficking, fraud, and money laundering, charges that could result in life imprisonment if convicted. Recently, a large police and military operationat his KOJC compound in the Philippines resulted in his arrest, despite resistance from supporters who formed human barricades to block authorities.
Quiboloy has been flown to Manila to face local charges, with discussions about his extradition to the U.S. ongoing. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has stated that extradition is not currently being pursued as Quiboloy will first face charges in the Philippines. The case continues to attract significant national and international attention.
Quiboloy has been on the FBI’s Most Wanted List, indicted in the U.S. for sex trafficking, fraud, and money laundering, charges that could result in life imprisonment if convicted. Recently, a large police and military operationat his KOJC compound in the Philippines resulted in his arrest, despite resistance from supporters who formed human barricades to block authorities.
Quiboloy has been flown to Manila to face local charges, with discussions about his extradition to the U.S. ongoing. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has stated that extradition is not currently being pursued as Quiboloy will first face charges in the Philippines. The case continues to attract significant national and international attention.