BAGUIO CITY – Mayor Benjamin Magalong on Monday denied the rumors that he has resigned as city chief executive after he was appointed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as special adviser and investigator of the independent commission investigating corruption in the government’s flood control program.

“I did not resign. I remain your duly elected mayor, fully committed to serving our city of Baguio. Although I am part of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure to help look into alleged anomalies in flood control projects, this will not affect my mandate as Mayor. My primary duty and priority remain the people of Baguio,” Magalong said.

He said that as a public servant and citizen, his duty is clear and he will remain true to his promise to serve the community with honesty and responsibility. "When we stand by these values, we create a stronger and more trustworthy Baguio for all.”

Marcos selected Magalong as special adviser and investigator due to his over 38 years of investigative experience with the Philippine National Police (PNP).

Magalong has handled high-profile cases, including leading the Board of Inquiry (BOI) investigation into the Mamasapano incident.

As special adviser and investigator, Magalong will not only serve as a formal member of the commission but will also provide assistance by submitting documents and evidence independently gathered in his work.

Magalong said he accepted this responsibility with the same values he upholds in Baguio – accountability, transparency, and integrity in governance.

He asked support in his renewed commitment to fairness and integrity. “Every investigation must be guided only by the truth and the best interests of the people, impartial, guided only by accountability and transparency.”