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.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte defends DPWH projects from 2020-2022, citing official certifications. Amid flood control fund debates, he challenges media to probe actual spending. Read more.
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. 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.
Cebu's 7th District secured the largest share of DPWH infrastructure funds for Central Visayas from 2023-2026. Get the full breakdown of allocations and what it means for the region's development.
Internal budget data reveals Cebu's 7th District secured P32.87B in DPWH funds from 2023-2026, more than Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue & Cebu City combined. Explore the spending disparity.
Aboitiz Equity Ventures and BlackRock's GIP finalize a P13.7 billion partnership to boost Philippine airports, water, and digital infrastructure. Discover how this shapes the nation's future.
Senator Ping Lacson calls the death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral tragic, saying she could have exposed corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. Read the latest on the Senate investigation.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon commits to replicating successful rapid, cost-effective, and high-quality infrastructure builds in 2026, citing recent projects as proof of concept.
Senator Ping Lacson laments the tragic death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral, who could have exposed massive corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. The Blue Ribbon Committee seeks her potential notes to aid the ongoing investigation.
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses another completion target. The contractor now promises to finish the project this December 2025.
The suspicious death of DPWH budget gatekeeper Ma. Catalina Cabral raises questions amid a multi-billion peso graft probe. Was it suicide or murder? Details inside.
The P14.6 million skywalk in Barangay Ibo, Lapu-Lapu City, misses its November 2025 deadline. Rep. Ahong Chan warns of penalties for further delays. Read the latest updates.
The PNP recovers former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral from a 30-meter ravine. No foul play is indicated, but the probe ties into the flood control project investigation. Read the latest updates.
Danao City Mayor refuses permits for ₱89.35M DPWH road projects, calling for funds to be redirected to urgent bridge repairs and flood control after Typhoon Tino. A clash over local priorities vs. national planning.
Mayor Nito Durano denies permits for DPWH's 2026 projects in Danao City, calling them non-essential. He urges fund reallocation to urgent needs like bridge rehab post-Typhoon Tino. Read the full story.
Acting PNP Chief orders CIDG and PRO-Cordillera to investigate the death of former DPWH Usec Catalina Cabral, who fell from a Benguet cliff. Authorities confirm autopsy and DNA tests amid fraud concerns.
Flood control contractor Sara Discaya and 11 DPWH officials face non-bailable graft charges in Lapu-Lapu City's new anti-graft court over a P96.5-million ghost project. Read the latest developments.
Former DPWH Undersecretary Catalina Cabral was found dead after falling from Kennon Road. The ex-official, linked to flood control probes, was declared dead early Friday. Police investigation is ongoing.
DA-Davao refutes claims of selling FMR projects, reaffirms transparent bidding. Details on recent P177M, P57M projects in Davao Region and a P65.5B backlog.
The DPWH announces nationwide job fairs to hire fresh engineers and accountants, aiming for deep reform after a multi-billion peso flood control scandal. Read more.
DPWH and ICI are finalizing a report on irregular flood control projects in Cebu, blamed for massive flooding and over 260 deaths during Typhoon Tino. Cases to be filed by January 2026.
The delayed San Miguel Bridge in San Simon is now targeted for a July 2026 opening. Acting Mayor Anne Canlas and DPWH officials inspected the site to ensure the revised timeline is met.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
Lapu-Lapu City is honored as the first Highly Urbanized City in Region 7 to receive the DILG SubayBAYANI Siete Award 2025 for its infrastructure management and community service excellence. Mayor Cindi King-Chan dedicates the win to taxpayers.
Cebu Provincial Government cites earthquakes and national agency requests for the non-use of three completed projects flagged by COA. Officials detail plans to activate the P50.4M facilities.
MinDA Secretary Leo Magno confirms the P2.07-billion Maa-Magtuod Flyover is 84.3% complete and on track for a 2025 finish, aiming to drastically cut Metro Davao traffic congestion.
Ex-senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr. requests more time to file counter-affidavit in Bulacan flood control anomaly. DOJ expects resolution by Dec. 15. #PhilippineNews
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte welcomes an investigation into the city's flood control projects, denying any wrongdoing. He challenges critics to look at projects nationwide.
Ex-Public Works Secretary Rogelio 'Babes' Singson steps down from the ICI, citing health and security reasons. His resignation is effective December 15, 2025. Read the full story.