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Fajardo resigns from ICI; Reyes is lone commissioner

Published Dec 26, 2025 09:55 am  |  Updated Dec 26, 2025 01:09 pm

At A Glance

  • Rossana Fajardo tendered her courtesy resignation as commissioner of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday, Dec. 26, effectively leaving Chairman Andres Reyes Jr. as lone member of the independent body.


And then there was one.
Rossana Fajardo tendered her courtesy resignation as commissioner of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday, Dec. 26, effectively leaving Chairman Andres Reyes Jr. as lone member of the independent body.
Rossana Fajardo (sgv.ph)
Rossana Fajardo (sgv.ph)
"I, Commissioner Rossana A. Fajardo, have tendered my courtesy resignation from the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), effective December 31, 2025," Fajardo's statement read.
It was only last Dec. 15 that erstwhile commissioner Rogelio "Babes" Singson stepped away from the ICI, citing health reasons.
In Fajardo's case, she did not mention any personal reason for her resignation, other than she has "completed" her work.
"Since my appointment in September 2025, I have been committed to advancing the Commission's objectives, particularly in the areas of financial oversight and infrastructure project investigations," Fajardo said.
"Throughout my tenure, I have developed comprehensive approaches for evidence gathering, prepared detailed work plans, and supervised volunteer efforts in investigations. My contributions have led to recommendations aimed at improving government procurement and budgeting processes related to infrastructure projects.
"I have completed the work I set out to accomplish wher I was appointed, ensuring that the foundational goals of the Commission have been met," she noted.
Reyes, the last remaining commissioner of the body, has yet to address Fajardo's resignation.
The ICI was created by President Marcos earlier this year specifically to look into the massive corruption involving anomalous flood control projects. The ICI's investigation is still ongoing.
Fajardo went on to echo criticisms about the ICI in that other agencies were better suited to conduct the probe.
"I believe that the investigative and prosecutorial responsibilities will now transition to other agencies, such as the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Office of the Ombudsman, which are better positioned to ensure accountability for contractors and government officials," she said in the same statement.
"Additionally, with the recent prioritization of bills for the creation of the Independent Commission Against Infrastructure Corruption (ICAIC) and the Independent People's Commission (IPC), a permanent commission with enhanced powers will be more effective in supporting the Ombudsman's office in prosecuting parties involved in irregular government infrastructure projects," Fajardo noted.
She further said: "It has been a profound honor to serve alongside individuals who are deeply committed to transparency and accountability, dedicating themselves selflessly to the Filipino people. I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a collective mission that prioritizes the welfare of our citizens."
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