MANILA, Philippines — Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda has secured the unanimous endorsement of 15 Metro Manila chief prosecutors for the country’s top judicial post, as Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo prepares to retire on November 6.
The NCR Chief Prosecutors Association Inc. declared Zalameda its sole choice to succeed Gesmundo, citing his extensive experience in prosecution and the judiciary, legal expertise, leadership capabilities and record of public service.
In Resolution No. 03, Series of 2026, the association said Zalameda possessed the professional qualifications and personal attributes needed to lead the Supreme Court and strengthen public confidence in the justice system.
The endorsement was unanimously approved by the association’s members and trustees during a meeting in Muntinlupa City on September 2.
The resolution was signed by the chief prosecutors of Caloocan, Las Piñas, Makati, Malabon, Mandaluyong, Manila, Marikina, Muntinlupa, Navotas, Parañaque, Pasay, Pasig, Quezon City, Taguig and Valenzuela.
The prosecutors described Zalameda’s career in public service as evidence of his commitment to justice and his ability to lead the country’s highest court.
