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Content creator Crist Briand Oncada, popularly known as Crist Briand or Brader, has issued a public apology to the Muslim community after his controversial online post about “baboy na halal” drew widespread condemnation.
In a video statement on Wednesday, Sept. 10, Oncada admitted his mistake and expressed remorse, accompanied by representatives of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF).
“I sincerely apologize for the post I made, which offended Muslim community members,” he said. “I take full responsibility for my actions. In the future, I will think wisely before speaking and practice Dabawenyo discipline.”
The NCMF-Davao region, in coordination with the Davao City government, facilitated an amicable settlement. Under the agreement, Oncada committed to:
- Refrain from creating or posting content for one month
- Attend psychiatric consultations with his mother
- Participate in community activities, such as feeding programs and assistance projects organized by the Muslim community
Oncada vowed to embody respect and accountability: “As a true Davaoeño, I shall conduct myself in a manner that befits our values — showing respect, accountability, and cultural sensitivity in my words and actions, online and offline.”
The NCMF welcomed the apology, underscoring that accountability and dialogue are crucial to reconciliation.
“This incident serves as a reminder that Islam is a religion of peace, mercy, and forgiveness,” the agency said. “Respecting halal principles is not just about rules — it’s about mutual respect and harmony in a diverse society.”
The Davao City government echoed the call for responsible use of social media, emphasizing that online platforms should never be used to spread disrespect toward religious or cultural beliefs.
The issue began on Sept. 2 when Oncada posted “Looking for baboy na halal” on his Facebook page with nearly one million followers. The post was quickly deleted, but not before it angered the Bangsamoro Youth Commission (BYC) and other groups, which branded the remark as “offensive and disrespectful.”
The BYC stressed that such misrepresentations risk influencing the youth and perpetuating discrimination. Meanwhile, the Muslim Council of Elders in South Cotabato even urged the community to report Oncada’s account to Meta.
This was not Oncada’s first brush with controversy:
- In August, he was criticized for bathing inside a mall comfort room in Digos City.
- In February, he sparked outrage for urinating on a poster of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, prompting threats of legal action from the Kingdom of Jesus Christ.
- He also drew flak for climbing the iconic roundball monument in Koronadal City.
Despite these controversies, Oncada said he is determined to correct his mistakes and rebuild trust.
“We should be lifting each other up, not tearing each other down,” he added.
