QatarThe United States has formally requested the extradition of Apollo Quiboloy, a prominent Filipino church leader and founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, to face charges of child sex trafficking and fraud. The request was forwarded to the Philippine Department of Justice after being endorsed by the Department of Foreign Affairs. Quiboloy, 76, was arrested in 2024 on multiple charges including human trafficking and sexual abuse, and has been in custody since then. The Philippine Senate previously ordered his arrest for evading public hearings. While Quiboloy denies the allegations, claiming they are fabricated, the extradition process requires approval from two Philippine courts. Under the 1994 U.S.-Philippines extradition treaty, a suspect can be temporarily surrendered for trial before resolving their local case.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the legal proceedings and international extradition request without overtly favoring any political side. It provides balanced reporting on the charges against Quiboloy, the legal framework for extradition, and the broader context of his influence in the
