Manila: Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. announced that five BuCor personnel have successfully passed the 2025 Bar examinations, a development expected to bring enhanced competence and insight to the organization.

According to Philippines News Agency, the individuals who passed are Charles Agraba, CO3 Nino De Vera, CO1 Robin Garcias, CTSO1 Cherry Manago, and CO3 Xerxes Sebido. Catapang emphasized that their achievements underscore the individual accomplishments of these officers and reinforce the commitment and potential within the organization. He noted that each of these individuals has demonstrated resilience throughout their respective journeys.

Catapang remarked that their stories are testaments to values such as hard work and commitment, serving as inspiration not only to their colleagues at BuCor but also to aspiring lawyers across the nation. He highlighted that the legal expertise gained by these new lawyers will significantly enhance BuCor's mission, contributing to a more robust understanding of legal intricacies in corrections and rehabilitation. This integration of legal perspectives is expected to strengthen BuCor's ability to uphold justice and support the rights of those under their care.

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) also congratulated its employees who passed the Bar exams, including Joel R. Ayop, Jess D. Gadaingan, Ariel B. Nu±ez, Eingelbert E. Pulan, Toni Joy A. Solano, Moises G. Tabcao, and Ace G. Ramoso. NBI Director Angelito DLP Magno acknowledged the dedication required for such an achievement, highlighting the discipline, sacrifice, and courage needed to pass the Bar while serving in the Bureau.

Magno commended the new lawyers for choosing to deepen their legal grounding not only for personal growth but also to better serve the mission of the NBI. The Supreme Court recently announced that out of 11,420 examinees, 5,594 passed the 2025 Bar examinations, resulting in a passing rate of 48.98 percent.