Ombudsman Morales extolled in Aquino Sona

Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales during the impeachment hearing of Supreme Court Chief Justice Ranato Corona at the Senate. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

MANILA, Philippines — Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales received special mention along with other notable officials from President Benigno Aquino III in his third State of the Nation Address.

Speaking before lawmakers, senators, and other public officials, the Chief Executive said that Morales had been instrumental in carrying out reforms during his second year.

He said that he admired Morales’ work and told her to expect more challenges.