Tag: procurement reform
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OMB’s mandate: Reestablishing the Government’s Moral Authority
Introduction: A pivotal moment for public trust The appointment of former Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla as the new Ombudsman arrives at a critical juncture for the Philippines. Fresh revelations of massive graft in public works — spanning ghost projects, inflated costs, and collusive contracts — threaten to erode public faith in government once more.…
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Reestablishing Moral Authority: The New Ombudsman’s Quest for Integrity in Public Service
A Moment of Moral Reckoning The appointment of former Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla as the country’s new Ombudsman arrives at a critical juncture. Revelations of massive graft in public works—ghost projects, inflated costs, and collusive contracts—have fueled public outrage and eroded the government’s moral authority. For an administration that promises transparency and good governance,…
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Ghost Flood Control Projects Uncovered Across the Philippines
Overview: Ghost Flood Control Projects Surface Nationwide In a sweeping disclosure, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) confirmed that at least 421 ghost flood control projects have been uncovered nationwide. The revelations came during a press briefing by DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon on Thursday, October 9, following the validation of approximately 8,000 DPWH…
