“Mata ng Agila Primetime,” NET25’s top rating evening news program, now has a new anchor in Ali Sotto.
The broadcasting veteran will be joining the show’s mainstay anchor, Alex Santos.
After creating a name in the local entertainment scene as singer, Ali transitioned as anchor and host earning several awards along the way.
As to her joining “Mata ng Agila Primetime,” she said, “I really look forward to working with Alex. Rest assured that I will be (his) formidable partner and ally. Together, solid as one, in delivering the most trustworthy news coverage, from Monday to Friday. You can depend on that.”
Starting his career as TV reporter and news presenter, Alex is now one of the country’s most respected news anchors.
He now considers NET25 home, headlining the station’s investigative top-rater, “Responde.”
“Thank you, (Ali), for accepting this (job) as I know that our Alex-Ali tandem will surely deliver truthful news and I look forward, also, to this long-lasting partnership.” Alex said.
When asked about her sentiments on getting back in the anchor’s saddle again, Ali related, “I see this as a huge privilege, another chance given to me by our countrymen- to serve them. I would like to thank our NET25 management for the trust, for choosing me and offering the chance to spend time with our viewers nightly as we deliver THE most honest news.”
“Mata ng Agila Primetime” airs weekdays from 6pm to 730pm.
It also streams via NET25’s official Facebook page and YouTube channel.