The Bohol GCars Drivers and Operators Association (BOGDOA), Inc., a legitimate organization of transport network vehicle service (TNVS) operators in the province, has denied allegations circulating on Facebook that members paid Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado P80,000 each in exchange for additional TNVS slots.
In an official statement signed by BOGDOA president Roy S. Navea, the group described the accusations as “baseless, malicious, and false.”
The viral post alleged that BOGDOA members approached the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) seeking assistance for more TNVS slots after supposedly giving money to the governor.
Navea clarified that BOGDOA members are authorized “pilot operators” under the LTFRB’s ride-hailing pilot program in Bohol and operate legally within the bounds of existing regulations.
He said the group had only inquired about the possibility of applying for additional slots as guided by the LTFRB, which currently limits accredited operators to three slots each.
The group said that no money, promises, or bribes were offered or solicited in their request for endorsement from the governor to support future slot applications.
BOGDOA appealed to the public not to spread unverified claims and urged responsible sharing of information, especially on social media.
Grab and similar TNVS services allow passengers to book private vehicles via mobile apps, offering convenience and regulated transport options in urban and provincial areas.
The LTFRB regulates these services through limited pilot programs and slot allocations to ensure safety and compliance.