Ombudsman Urged to Probe Davao Flood Control Project Irregularities
Following recent flooding in Davao, the Ombudsman has been urged to investigate alleged irregularities and the effectiveness of multi-billion peso flood control projects in the city. Critics question the expenditure of significant funds given the persistent flooding issues.
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[Pastilan] P50 billion later, Pulong Duterte pushes back as parts of Davao drown
Is it that Paolo Duterte would rather not see the Ombudsman looking too closely at Davao’s flood-control projects?
By Herbie Gomez
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MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday was urged to investigate allegedly anomalous flood control projects in Davao City’s first district worth over P4 billion, a move which the district representative said was done to “demonize” the Duterte family. Act Teachers party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio went to the anti-graft body’s office to
By dsanchez
Read full article →Ombudsman urged to probe alleged irregularities in Davao flood control projects
House Deputy Minority Leader Antonio Tinio (ACT Teachers Party-list) has requested the Office of the Ombudsman to conduct an investigation into 80 "red-flagged" flood control projects in Davao City totaling P4.44 billion, citing massive technical irregularities, potential "ghost projects" and double payments.
By Ian Laqui
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