Court Records Not Guilty Plea for Bong Revilla in Bulacan Flood Project Case The Sandiganbayan Third Division formally entered a not guilty plea on behalf of former senator Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. in connection with a malversation case tied to the alleged ₱92.8-million ghost flood control project in Pandi, Bulacan. During his arraignment, Revilla declined … Read more
Jonathan So and Carlito Macadangdang Respond to Allegations of Fake Flood Control Projects JONATHAN SO AND CARLITO MACADANGDANG – The two businessmen have denied any involvement in the alleged ghost flood control projects after reports revealed that the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) secured a court order to freeze their bank accounts and real estate assets. … Read more
Manny Pacquiao Hits Corrupt Officials as Flood Control Issue Unfolds MANNY PACQUIAO — The boxing legend and former senator has criticized those involved in the Philippines’ flood control corruption scandal. He said that if he had won the presidency, those responsible would already be in jail. He continues to pray that the country finally achieves … Read more
Lani Mercado-Revilla: “I ask for understanding, fairness, and respect for due process.” LANI MERCADO-REVILLA — The Cavite Second District Representative has asked for understanding and respect for due process regarding her husband, former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr., who is currently in jail over graft and misuse of public funds linked to alleged irregularities in … Read more
Vince Dizon Calls Out Discaya’s Bold Claim on Stolen Project Funds VINCE DIZON — The Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) strongly criticized businessman and contractor Curlee Discaya over the latter’s comments regarding the restitution process for allegedly misused flood control project funds. Discaya had suggested during a Senate Blue Ribbon … Read more
Luxury Porsche Collection of Alleged Government Official Raises Eyebrows A government official allegedly involved in irregularities in flood control projects under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently drawn attention because of an extraordinary collection of luxury Porsche cars. The collection reportedly surpasses even the high-end vehicles owned by the Discaya couple. … Read more
Bong Revilla Denies Involvement in Flood Control Controversy BONG REVILLA – The former senator has firmly denied any involvement in the controversy surrounding flood control projects, asserting that he is ready to face any charges brought against him. In a statement released on Saturday, Revilla emphasized that he has been made an “easy target” and … Read more
Sandro Marcos Ready to Answer ICI Questions SANDRO MARCOS – The House Majority Leader and Ilocos Norte Representative has expressed his full willingness to cooperate with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) in its investigation of irregularities in flood control projects. In a letter to ICI Chairperson Andres Reyes Jr. dated November 26, Marcos affirmed … Read more
Arjo Atayde Denies Involvement in Flood Project Controversy ARJO ATAYDE – The Quezon City’s First District Representative has maintained his innocence amid allegations linking him and his father, Art Atayde, to irregularities in government flood-control projects. The controversy arose from claims by contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya that the Ataydes received commissions from these projects. … Read more
Heated Argument Between Claire Castro and Malou Tiquia Over Missing Flood Control Witness CLAIRE CASTRO – The Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer got into a heated argument with political analyst Malou Tiquia during TV5’s special coverage of the nationwide anti-corruption rallies on Sunday, November 16. Both were invited as panelists alongside hosts … Read more