Manila: The National Police Commission (Napolcom) on Friday expressed its deep concern and disappointment over the recent remark of Senator Raffy Tulfo suggesting that the commission could be bribed, even as it stressed that corruption has no place in the commission.

According to Philippines News Agency, the Napolcom stressed that such a statement, made during the Senate hearing on Sept. 17, is uncalled for and unfairly casts doubt on the integrity of an institution steadfastly committed to competence, accountability, and integrity.

"The Napolcom categorically denies any insinuation of corruption or case-fixing within its ranks and on the contrary, the Commission has undertaken significant reforms to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and accountability in its operations," it said.

The commission said upon assuming office as Vice Chairperson and Executive Officer, Commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan enforced a target of a zero-case backlog of all pending cases by December 2025, and that all new cases must be resolved by 60 days from the filing of the complaint.

Prior to his appointment, Calinisan said he has personally spearheaded an entrapment operation at Camp Crame that led to the arrest of a Napolcom employee involved in extortion - a concrete proof of the Commission's resolve to cleanse its own ranks.

On the case of a police colonel mentioned during the Senate hearing, Calinisan said he has already ordered a motu proprio investigation through the Napolcom Inspection, Monitoring and Investigation Service.

'While we fully respect the crucial oversight role of our legislators, broad and unsubstantiated accusations do not advance good governance. Instead, they erode public trust in an institution tasked with ensuring the discipline, efficiency, and professionalism of the Philippine National Police,' Calinisan said.

'It is not, and will never be, for sale. Its track record speaks for itself. The Commission has consistently pursued reforms, modernization, and integrity in the fulfillment of its constitutional mandate,' he added.

The commission said it remains open to constructive dialogue and welcomes genuine oversight.

"It stands firm against baseless accusations and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to dispense justice without fear or favor, while safeguarding the trust and confidence of the Filipino people," it added.