SUSUNOD ang ABS-CBN sa utos ng National Telecommunication Commission na ihinto ang operasyon nito.
Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng ABS-CBN na hihinto ang operasyon ng istasyon ngayong gabi (Mayo 5).
“Millions of Filipinos will lose their source of news and entertainment when ABS-CBN is ordered to go off-air on TV and radio tonight (5 May 2020) when people need crucial and timely information as the nation deals with the COVID-19 pandemic,” saad ng pahayag ng istasyon.
“This is in compliance with the cease and desist order issued by the National Telecommunications Commission today that prohibits ABS-CBN from continuing its broadcast operations effective immediately.”
Naglabas ng cease and desist order ang NTC sa kabila ng resolusyon ng Senado at sulat ng Kamara de Representantes na nag-uutos dito na maglabas ng provisional authority hanggang dinidinig pa ang renewal ng prangkisa nito.
“ABS-CBN has been providing comprehensive news coverage on the public health crisis and working with local governments and the private sector in providing food and basic goods for those in need through its Pantawid ng Pag-ibig campaign.”
Sa panahon ng Enhanced Community Quarantine umabot na umano sa P300 milyon ang naibigay nitong tulong sa mga nangangailangan.
“We trust that the government will decide on our franchise with the best interest of the Filipino people in mind, recognizing ABS-CBN’s role and efforts in providing the latest news and information during these challenging times.”
“ABS-CBN remains committed to being in the service of the Filipino and we will find ways to continue providing meaningful service to them.”