Boying Remulla undergoes heart bypass surgery
BOYING REMULLA – The secretary of the Department of Justice (DOJ) recently underwent heart bypass surgery. According to him, he will be able to return to work next week.
Jesus Crispin “Boying” Catibayan Remulla is a prominent lawyer, politician, and broadcaster. Currently serving as the Secretary of Justice since 2022, Remulla has held various positions throughout his career. He previously served as the representative of Cavite’s 7th district from 2019 to 2022 and from 2010 to 2013, during which he also served as the House Senior Deputy Majority Leader. Prior to that, he served as the provincial governor of Cavite from 2016 to 2019 and represented the province’s 3rd district from 2004 to 2010.
Remulla is part of the Remulla political dynasty of Cavite, with his father Juanito having been the provincial governor for fourteen years. His brother Gilbert, a former television reporter for ABS-CBN, also held the position of representative for the 2nd district from 2001 to 2007. Currently, his brother Jonvic serves as the provincial governor.
Apart from his political career, Remulla is also known as a radio host for the show “Executive Session” on DZRH. He gained attention for his vocal opposition against ABS-CBN and was among the 70 congressmen who voted against the network’s franchise renewal.
Earlier, the DOJ secretary announced that he recently underwent heart bypass surgery. According to him, he will be able to return to work next week. “I was cleared for discharge five days after the procedure, on the sixth-day nakauwi na ako, so naoperahan ako ng Tuesday (June 27), nakauwi ako ng Monday (July 3),” he revealed during a press briefing.
He further explained that doctors discovered blockages in his heart during his annual check-up from June 21 to 23. “So agad-agad noong June 23 ang sabi ko sa mga doktor na tumingin sa akin, lalo na ‘yung cardiologist, sabi ko magpapa-bypass ako and let’s prepare for it as soon as possible,” added the Justice chief.
It can be recalled that Remulla filed for a ten-day “wellness leave” back in June, which took effect immediately.
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