Convicted child rapist Romeo Jalosjos, former Congressman of Zamboanga del Norte, is expected to be released Thursday more than 12 years after he was sentenced to two life terms for raping an 11-year-old girl.

As of posting, Jalosjos was still at the New Bilibid Prison as he waits for his official release papers.

His sentence was commuted by President Arroyo in 2007.

An ABS-CBN news team caught a glimpse of Jalosjos Thursday morning playing tennis at the NBP compound.

He, however, refused to grant any interviews saying he will make a statement later in a news conference.

The women's group, Gabriela, denounces the release of Jalosjos calling it a mockery of justice and an insult to women.

Gabriela secretary-general Emmi de Jesus said Jalosjos has shown no remorse while in jail.

Gabriela also questioned the supposed good conduct of Jalosjos, which allowed him to serve a shorter sentence. -- report from ANC