Criticisms
Particularly during Bayani Fernando's tenure, the MMDA came under criticism from various international and Filipino human rights advocacy groups who argue that their 'Metro Gwapo' (Handsome Manila) campaign involves violent slum demolitions and the detainment of homeless residents, including children, in jail-like centres. These has since ceased during Inocentes and Tolentino's administration.
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