DPWH confirms 421 ghost flood control projects | SONA

Discovery of Ghost Projects00:00:00

The DPWH has confirmed the existence of 421 ghost flood control projects across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Despite nearly a trillion pesos allocated for flood control from 2023 to 2025, many areas continue to experience severe flooding due to these irregularities.

Investigation and Accountability00:01:18

The DPWH has submitted a list of suspicious projects to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) for validation. DPWH Secretary Bonoan acknowledges internal trust issues and is seeking independent validators to ensure accountability, while the Ombudsman prepares to file cases with the Sandiganbayan.

Judiciary and Senate Oversight00:02:28

The Supreme Court is creating a working committee to audit DPWH-contracted projects within the judiciary. Meanwhile, Senate hearings continue to uncover anomalies, including overpriced farm-to-market roads and incomplete, fully-paid Department of Health centers.