A long-time NBI official, De Lemos replaces Duterte appointee Eric Distor as new director.
MANILA, Philippines – The National Bureau of Investigation is now entering a new phase after its new director assumed his post.
Former OIC Eric Distor, an appointee of former president Rodrigo Duterte, served as the OIC from February 2020 to June 2022. More than a year after his OIC appointment, Distor was alsoBefore De Lemos’ official appointment, he asked for Remulla’s legal guidance and inquired about Distor’s position. In a memorandum dated July 22, Remulla said Distor’s other position, senior deputy director, was invalid.
De Lemos is a long-time career official of the NBI who also served as an assistant director of the bureau. He has been serving for over 30 years.