BINI’s Mikha Lim issues apology for distracted driving

MANILA — Mikha Lim of P-Pop girl group BINI has issued a public apology after a viral video showed her driving while using her phone, saying she takes full responsibility for the incident and is prepared to face the consequences of her actions.

“I want to sincerely apologize for my actions. There is absolutely no excuse for using my phone while behind the wheel. It was careless and irresponsible,” Lim said in a statement.

The singer said she has already reported to the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and is complying with the agency’s process.

“I take full accountability for what happened. I have already reported to the LTO and am going through due process to face the proper penalties for my violation,” she said.

Lim’s statement came after she appeared before the office of LTO Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao on Wednesday, following the agency’s issuance of a show cause order and the suspension of her driver’s license over the incident.

According to Lacanilao, Lim went to the LTO ahead of her scheduled November 20 appearance, which he described as a gesture of good faith.

The LTO is expected to release its resolution on the case within a week.

Lacanilao said Lim acknowledged her mistake during their meeting with regulators.

In her statement, Lim described the incident as a wake-up call and stressed the importance of following road safety rules.

“This has been a big lesson for me to be much more mindful, disciplined, and responsible moving forward. Road safety rules exist to protect everyone, and something we need to take seriously,” she said.

“I promise to learn from this and do better,” she added.

The incident sparked discussion online about distracted driving, a violation that authorities have repeatedly warned can put motorists, passengers, and pedestrians at risk.