P32.87B Cebu Funds Spark Budget Transparency Debate
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
The revelation of P32.87 billion for one Cebu district opens a window into Philippine budget engineering. Explore the clash between development duty and equitable distribution.
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
President Marcos Jr. suspends new flood control funds in the 2026 budget, prioritizing transparency and the full use of existing P350 billion amid corruption investigations. Read the latest.
President Marcos Jr. halts new flood control funds, redirects P350B to education and health. Anti-corruption drive leads to arrests and a new independent commission. Read the full report.
Sen. Bam Aquino leads the latest PUBLiCUS Asia survey. Discover his plans for education reform and government transparency as he eyes 2026 priorities.
Councilor Harold Kendrick Go pushes for a new ordinance requiring clear disclosure in condo showrooms. Learn how this protects your biggest investment.
Davao City's Project Monitoring Committee wins the 2024 DavPrIME Best City PMC Award for governance excellence. Learn how transparency and community involvement set the standard.
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines welcomes the first-ever livestream of bicameral budget talks as a transparency win. It urges lawmakers to build strong public institutions over political patronage. Read more.
New Cebu Archbishop Alberto S. Uy emerges as a national anti-corruption voice, challenging both officials and the public to self-reflect. His powerful message at a November 30 prayer rally urges accountability and compassion.
More than 3,130 participants held peaceful 'Trillion Peso March 2.0' rallies across Western Visayas, calling for transparency and accountability. Read how police ensured an incident-free day.
Ombudsman Remulla reinstates public access to SALNs. Business groups demand lifestyle audits to verify officials' declared wealth against actual lifestyles for true transparency.
Mayor Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was due to Tropical Depression Verbena, not substandard construction. The project was above-standard, and the contractor will repair it.
Mayor Gungun Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was caused by extreme weather, not poor construction. The contractor will perform free repairs. Read the full investigation details.
The Philippine government allocates ₱26 billion for DepEd's school feeding program in 2026. This investigation examines transparency, effectiveness, and whether this massive investment truly addresses child malnutrition.
Massive protests sweep the Philippines over flood control ghost projects and rigged biddings. Leaders call for systemic reforms, anti-dynasty law, and transparent governance. Join the demand for accountability.
A major prayer rally against corruption is happening in Cebu City on November 30, coinciding with Bonifacio Day and Advent. Join the march for transparency and honest governance.
Filipinos protest flood control ghost projects and rigged biddings. Join the call for transparent governance and systemic reforms in the Philippines.
Basilan province received the 2025 Freedom of Information Award for its commitment to transparency. Discover how this sets a new standard for governance in the Bangsamoro region.
Cebu City Hall employees face 6-month uniform delay despite salary deductions. Councilor Alcover demands transparency and accountability in city government procurement.
Cebu Provincial Government faces criticism after revealing launched sea ambulance was borrowed, not purchased. Political rivals target Governor Baricuatro with AI-generated memes amid transparency concerns.
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
Cebu Archbishop leads 56 organizations in anti-corruption march. Progressive groups join nationwide protests demanding accountability amid flood crisis. Join the movement for change.
Senator Marcoleta and former rep Zaldy Co reveal budget insertions scandal at INC rally. Comelec investigates campaign spending. Demand for genuine transparency grows.
Mayor Guntrano Gica launches investigation into collapsed dike in Barangay Kang-actol following Tropical Depression Verbena. DPWH confirms contractor will repair damage within one week.
Cebu City Council calls for NBI investigation into uncollected special permit fees at Colon Night Market. Read about the transparency concerns and accountability issues.
James Paolo Gica's perfect 6-for-6 three-point shooting leads USC Warriors to a crucial 67-62 victory over UP-Cebu. The win keeps their Final Four hopes alive in the Cesafi tournament.
Iglesia Ni Cristo's 3-day prayer rally for government transparency ended prematurely after politicians shifted focus from accountability demands. Learn why critics call it a missed opportunity.
Cebu Provincial Government suspends payments for 128 infrastructure projects worth P1.1 billion due to missing procurement documents. Legal review underway as Capitol tightens bidding rules.
After Miss Universe 2025, Filipinos showed intense pageant scrutiny. But where's that energy for examining public officials and governance? Time to demand accountability.
Philippines DOT is finalizing a code of conduct for online travel agencies to ensure fair pricing and transparency in airfares, alongside major airport upgrades to boost tourism.