Chief Superintendent Jose Mario Espino is directed to report to PRO-10 in Northern Mindanao "as soon as possible via shortest route by any means of transportation." His relief comes three days before Cebu City marks its annual Sinulog Festival. Espino assumed post last July 17, replacing Chief Superintendent Noli Taliño, who is also among the 12 reassigned officials. Freeman ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch:Espino's leadership was marked by several issues such as allegations that he solicited payola from illegal gambling operators. A letter addressed to the media alleged that Espino met with illegal gambling operators and demanded a P500,000 weekly payola.

Source: Philippine Star January 18, 2018 04:18 UTC