Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III said the Senate is keen on passing the proposed Independent People’s Commission (IPC) by January next year. Sotto, in an interview on Tuesday, December 9, said they hope to finish deliberations on the bill before the Christmas break. The Senate...
President Marcos has asked senators and congressmen to prioritize the passage of four proposed legislative measures, including the Anti-dynasty bill and Party-list System Reform Act. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro announced on Tuesday, Dec. 9, that Marcos has...
A cloudy outlook is emerging on the investigation of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) following the resignation of former Public Works and Highways Secretary Rogelio “Babes” Singson. The timing of the announcement was skillfully done, as it came after the closing bell for the...
Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan on Thursday, December 4 renewed his push for the passage of the measure establishing the Independent People’s Commission (IPC). Pangilinan made the call in light of the resignation of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Rogelio...
The camp of former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. on Wednesday, Dec. 3, claimed that he was never given the chance to explain or defend himself before the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI). His official spokesperson, Atty. Maria Carissa C. Guinto, stated that Revilla has not...
Former Senator Grace Poe on Wednesday, Dec. 3 addressed the recommendation by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to refer her for further investigation by the Office of the Ombudsman, asserting that the move confirms the allegations against her are unfounded. “The ICI’s...
One of the most prominent voices in the private sector has expressed willingness to provide funding support for the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) in its ongoing investigation into the flood control scandal as calls for accountability and justice ramp up. Al Panlilio, president of...
Consumers may see an increase in their electricity bills this month after prices on the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) surged following recent earthquakes and inclement weather. The Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) reported on Thursday, Nov. 6, that...
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) is asking the Office of the Ombudsman whether or not former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials led by ex-secretary Manuel Bonoan committed potential violations of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials...
Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada dismissed the accusations thrown against him related to the anomalous flood control projects as hearsay and based on rumors. Estrada said this in a statement on Wednesday, Oct. 29, following the Independent Commission for Infrastructure 's (ICI) recommendation...
Senator Joel Villanueva said on Wednesday, Oct. 29, that Senate records will show his opposition to flood control projects "from the very beginning", following the Independent Commission for Infrastructure 's (ICI) recommendation to file charges against him and several other lawmakers before...
Malacañang called for calm and patience after protesters stormed the headquarters of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday, Oct. 24, to denounce what they claimed was slow progress and the lack of transparency in the government’s corruption probe. In her press briefing,...
