Yes, it’s proper to put the accused to the witness stand.

Canon 17

A lawyer owes fidelity to the cause of his client and he shall be mindful of the trust and confidence
reposed in him.

In the case, though the accused had admitted that he committed the crime

this confidential information cannot be disclosed since it is prohibited by the rule on privileged
communication. As a lawyer, he can only present the client's cause and evidences.

Also in Sec 14, Article 3 of the 1987 constitution, it is provided that the accused shall enjoy the
right to be heard by himself and counsel given this right it is but proper to let the accused take on the
witness stand provided also that before he be put on the stand he shall be informed by his counsel of his
right to self-incrimination.