Category : Policy Analysis


26 Witnesses to Fight P96.5-M Ghost Project Charges in Davao

Controversial contractor Sarah Discaya and nine co-accused plan to present 26 witnesses to contest graft and malversation charges over an alleged P96.5-million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. The defense claims the project was completed b

DOJ May Probe Ex-Marines' Kickback Claims if Deputized

The Department of Justice stated it could investigate affidavits from 18 former Marines alleging PHP805 billion in flood control kickbacks to politicians, including President Marcos, if deputized by the Ombudsman. The Palace denies the claims as political

Corruption Probe Bias: 'Cong-Traktors' Target Rival Funds

Congressmen accused in billion-peso flood control scandals, dubbed 'cong-traktors,' are now leading probes into Vice President Inday Sara's confidential funds, raising concerns of political bias and accountability evasion in Philippine politics.

Ex-Mayor's Daughter Nabbed for Cyber-Libel in Bohol

Vanessa Cubardo Unajan, daughter of a former Pilar mayor, was arrested for cyber-libel against Bohol Rep. Maria Vanessa Aumentado, then released on P48,000 bail. The case stems from social media posts.

PNP-HPG Nears Charges in P1.1B Cigarette Smuggling

The Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group is finalizing evidence to file criminal charges against individuals linked to the P1.1 billion cigarette smuggling operation in Batangas City, including a BOC employee and her husband.

Law Firm Questions VP Sara's Denial of Ties to Ex-Aide

A law firm representing Ramil Madriaga challenges Vice President Sara Duterte's denial of connections, citing evidence like invitations and testimonies. The firm also disputes claims by her ex-security chief in a cyberlibel case.

DOJ Subpoenas Estrada, Revilla, Bonoan in Plunder Case

The Department of Justice confirms subpoenas were served to Sen. Jinggoy Estrada, ex-Sen. Bong Revilla, and former DPWH Sec. Manuel Bonoan for a plunder and graft case linked to anomalous flood control projects, with preliminary investigations set for Feb

Comelec Sends 2022 SOCE Records to ICI for Probe

The Commission on Elections has forwarded the Statements of Contributions and Expenditures of seven 2022 senatorial candidates to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure, supporting its corruption investigation.

Lazatin Files Bill for More PWD Privileges in Philippines

Pampanga First District Representative Carmelo 'Pogi' Lazatin, Jr. has filed House Bill No. 7290 to amend the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability, proposing new benefits including free assistive technology, tax exemptions, and employment quotas.

Trillanes Files Ombudsman Complaint vs VP Sara Duterte

Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV and civil society group The Silent Majority have filed plunder, malversation, and graft complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte at the Office of the Ombudsman, alleging misuse of billions in public funds.

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