EJ Obiena calls out use of name on fake advertisements

Nikka Avegail Sabio

<p>Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena shared his frustration about fake advertisements using his name and photos that he did not authorize.</p><p>On his social media pages, EJ called out products and companies allegedly linking him with such products or services.</p><p>&ldquo;I am dragging myself to share stuff like this but it&rsquo;s necessary to inform all of you that I don&rsquo;t endorse gambling!!!&rdquo; he started.</p><iframe class="instagram-media" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DABCWucvmfm/embed/?cr=1&v=14&wp=540&rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A384936.09999999986%2C%22ls%22%3A384750.8999999999%2C%22le%22%3A384754.69999999995%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="0" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; 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flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;"><div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;"><br/></div><div style=" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;"><br/></div></div></a><p style=" color:#c9c8cd; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DABCWucvmfm/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;" target="_blank">A post shared by Ernest Obiena (@ernestobienapv)</a></p></div></blockquote><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>EJ then emphasized how he carefully chooses what he represents as it should reflect his beliefs and values in life.</p><p>&ldquo;I would like to reassure everyone that I pick and choose very carefully which products/brands I endorse/promote. It&rsquo;s never &#39;just about the money&#39; but it has to be a product I can believe in; and also a product that doesn&rsquo;t undermine values; and supports a healthy and thriving society,&rdquo; he added.</p><p>The world&rsquo;s No. 3 pole vaulter also expressed how he valued his platform, especially having younger supporters and audience.</p><p>&ldquo;The latter is why I have refused to endorse alcoholic products and/or gambling businesses. Whilst both may be legal, it is irrefutable both are regulated for a reason, and both are restricted from children. I recognize I have a platform that could influence kids and I understand and embrace this responsibility with honor and humility,&rdquo; he continued.</p><p>&ldquo;I won&rsquo;t hence endorse products like this,&rdquo; he stressed.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_nbQy_vD6y/embed/?cr=1&v=14&wp=540&rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A384949.5%2C%22ls%22%3A384750.8999999999%2C%22le%22%3A384754.69999999995%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 12px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>EJ went on: &ldquo;Unfortunately, some companies will attempt to loosely link myself, my name and my image to such categories without my approval. Implying I endorse their product or their casino. I DO NOT.&rdquo;</p><p>He then shared that his lawyers are already pursuing such perpetrators and he wanted to clear up things with his supporters and followers to avoid confusion.</p><p>&ldquo;Whilst my lawyers are pursuing this kind of &#39;Guerilla&#39; marketing legally, I wanted to in-parallel tell everyone directly I am in no way endorsing any alcohol or gambling related products. Ever. Never ever,&rdquo; he ended his message.</p><p><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2024/9/14/ej-obiena-shares-what-s-next-for-him-after-paris-olympics-1916"><strong>READ: EJ Obiena shares what&rsquo;s next for him after Paris Olympics<br/></strong></a></p><p>EJ&rsquo;s post earned praise and admiration from the netizens as the athlete serves as a role model to the younger generation.</p><p>&ldquo;You always stand with honor and humility EJ... that&#39;s why a lot of people admire you so much with your advocacy when it comes to sports 🎉🍀✨👏🏻Thank you for being a good role model most esp to the youth 💝,&rdquo; a fan commented.</p><p>Another one said, &ldquo;Your dedication and discipline in pole vaulting are truly inspiring. It&rsquo;s not just about the medals and records; it&rsquo;s about the hard work, resilience, and values you embody. Your recent statement about carefully choosing what you endorse speaks volumes about your integrity and commitment to setting a positive example.&rdquo;</p><p>&ldquo;Don&#39;t worry EJ Obiena - Ernest Obiena people knows you for what and who you are..they all know that you&#39;re a good person/influencer for the youth..and they know your worth...and bcoz of that they admire and love you ❤️❤️❤️,&rdquo; a netizen expressed.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C7JChGPOfSZ/embed/?cr=1&v=14&wp=540&rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A384967.7999999998%2C%22ls%22%3A384750.8999999999%2C%22le%22%3A384754.69999999995%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="567" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 12px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>EJ recently concluded his special event for Filipino fans and supporters on September 15 at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay Activity Center.</p><p>The pole vaulter was joined by other athletes such as Philippine Women&#39;s National Football team captain Hali Long, two-time Southeast Asian Games gold medalist for karate Jamie Lim, and volleyball phenom Alyssa Valdez in the event&rsquo;s Athletes Huddle segment. He also invited former World Record pole vault holder Sergey Bubka and his coach Vitaly Petrov.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_5Wa23v3mH/embed/?cr=1&v=14&wp=540&rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A385943.19999999995%2C%22ls%22%3A384750.8999999999%2C%22le%22%3A384754.69999999995%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" scrolling="no" style="background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 12px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2024/9/4/ej-obiena-invites-fans-supporters-to-a-meet-and-greet-event-807"><strong>READ: EJ Obiena invites fans, supporters to a meet and greet event</strong></a></p>

<p>Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena shared his frustration about fake advertisements using his name and photos that he did not authorize.<p>On his social media pages, EJ called out products and companies allegedly linking him with such products or services.<p>&ldquo;I am dragging myself to share stuff like this but it&rsquo;s necessary to inform all of you that I don&rsquo;t endorse gambling!!!&rdquo; he started.

<p>EJ Obiena shares frustrations on illegal use of his name and photos in advertisements.</p>

EJ Obiena shares frustrations on illegal use of his name and photos in advertisements.

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