Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr.’s term had been extended by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.
According to the letter given by the President to Acorda, he will be extended until March 31, 2024.
Acorda on Sunday, Dec. 3, turned 56.
It is the said compulsory age of retirement for PNP personnel.
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He was appointed by Marcos as PNP chief last April 24, 2023.
“I wish to inform you that, pursuant to the provisions of existing laws, your service as Chief (Police General), Philippine National Police, is hereby extended until 31 March 2024,” a letter signed by Marcos addressed to Acorda stated.
Marcos cited Executive Order No. 136, series of 1999 in extending Acorda’s term.
Under the said provision it recognized the power of the President to approve the extension of service of presidential appointees beyond the compulsory retirement age.
Acorda is a member of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Sambisig Class of 1991.
He has been serving in the PNP for almost 37 years.
