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House Assures Respect for OVP Budget Amid Duterte Impeachment Talks
Worldinquirer1d ago

House Assures Respect for OVP Budget Amid Duterte Impeachment Talks

The House of Representatives has assured the Office of the Vice President (OVP) of respect during budget deliberations, even as discussions about a potential impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte continue. Lawmakers emphasized that the sub judice rule should apply to all, including the Vice President, regarding the impeachment proceedings.

COA Auditor Testifies on Duterte's OVP, DepEd 'Secret Funds' Audit Query
Worldinquirer13d ago

COA Auditor Testifies on Duterte's OVP, DepEd 'Secret Funds' Audit Query

Commission on Audit (COA) auditor Roderick Wamil testified that officials from Vice President Sara Duterte’s Office of the Vice President (OVP) and Department of Education (DepEd) requested an audit query regarding secret funds. This testimony occurred during Duterte’s impeachment trial.

VP Duterte distributes relief packs in flood-hit areas in Surigao Sur
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

VP Duterte distributes relief packs in flood-hit areas in Surigao Sur

TANDAG, SURIGAO DEL SUR – Vice President Sara Duterte visited the towns of Lanuza and Cortes, and Tandag City in Surigao del Sur province on Tuesday, February 24, to distribute relief assistance to families affected by Tropical Storm Basyang. The relief distribution, conducted by the Office of the Vice President (OVP), provided essential supplies to

Witnesses Allege Misuse of Secret Funds by Philippine Vice President Duterte's Office
Politicsinquirerphilstar13d ago2 sources

Witnesses Allege Misuse of Secret Funds by Philippine Vice President Duterte's Office

During an impeachment trial, witnesses and legal experts, including Lorna Kapunan, have alleged that the Office of the Vice President (OVP) under Sara Duterte misused secret funds, calling the system a 'scam against the people.' Duterte's camp has countered these claims, citing a COA circular regarding the impracticality of submitting receipts for confidential funds.

Sara Duterte's Office Explains P125-M Funds Spent in 11 Days
WorldRappler14d ago

Sara Duterte's Office Explains P125-M Funds Spent in 11 Days

The Office of the Vice President (OVP) under Sara Duterte has stated there are explanations for the P125 million in confidential funds spent within 11 days. A defense spokesperson indicated that cross-referencing and stipulations are still being considered.

Philippine VP Office Ordered to Return P375M Confidential Funds
WorldRapplerinquirer3mo ago2 sources

Philippine VP Office Ordered to Return P375M Confidential Funds

The Philippine Office of the Vice President (OVP), led by Sara Duterte, has been ordered by the Commission on Audit to return P375 million in confidential funds for 2023. The funds were flagged for alleged misuse and unauthorized allocation, with critics calling the act malversation.