politics
May 3, 2026
Clash between Daniel Quintero and Carlos Carrillo over alleged corruption in Fomag
The National Government faces a new episode of tensions after an ultimatum from President Gustavo Petro to the Superintendent of Health, Daniel Quintero, to uncover alleged corruption in the Fondo Nacional de Prestaciones Sociales del Magisterio (Fomag). This, in turn, triggered a response from the director of risk management, Carlos Carrillo, who went head-to-head against Quintero.
TL;DR
- President Gustavo Petro has given Superintendent of Health Daniel Quintero 15 days to identify those involved in alleged corruption within Fomag.
- Petro alleges that billions of pesos from teachers' funds have been stolen and demands criminal charges against Fiduprevisora's presidents.
- Daniel Quintero announced an investigation into Fomag, vowing to reveal irregularities and responsible parties.
- Carlos Carrillo criticized Quintero, calling him an "opportunist" and suggesting he is seeking personal gain rather than genuine anti-corruption efforts.
- Carrillo urged Petro to rely on his appointed teams rather than "opportunists."