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Livestream Investigation into PHP545-B Flood Control Scandal Begins

10/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will livestream its investigation into the PHP545-billion flood control scandal starting next week, as announced by Chairperson Andres Reyes Jr. during a Senate hearing.
This initiative aims to improve transparency amid public frustration over alleged corruption in government projects.
Former Public Works Secretary Rogelio Singson noted systemic failures involving local bureaucrats and high-ranking officials, with 40 individuals invited to testify.
The ICI was established by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in September 2025.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1986 by President Corazon Aquino after the People Power revolution, the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) aimed to recover over $10 billion in ill-gotten wealth from Ferdinand Marcos and his associates. Today, the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) continues this fight against corruption, as seen in the ongoing PHP545-billion flood control scandal, highlighting persistent governance issues in the Philippines.

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Story summary

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will livestream its investigation into the PHP545-billion flood control scandal starting next week, as announced by Chairperson Andres Reyes Jr. during a Senate hearing.
This initiative aims to improve transparency amid public frustration over alleged corruption in government projects.
Former Public Works Secretary Rogelio Singson noted systemic failures involving local bureaucrats and high-ranking officials, with 40 individuals invited to testify.
The ICI was established by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in September 2025.

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