Tag: Accountability
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Koko Calls for Investigation into Frequent Bridge Collapses
Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III has initiated a Senate inquiry to address the alarming increase in bridge collapses throughout the country. Filing Senate Resolution No. 1319, Pimentel aims to hold accountable all responsible public officials, contractors, and other involved parties. The investigation seeks to evaluate the adequacy of current infrastructure policies to ensure the safety…
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Public Demand for Vice President Sara Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Validated by Survey, Says Lawmaker
A recent Tangere survey has been cited by Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Jil Bongalon as a strong endorsement for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Bongalon, who serves as one of the impeachment prosecutors in the House of Representatives, emphasized that the survey results reflect a significant public demand for accountability and justice.…
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NBI’s Charge Recommendations Boost Impeachment Case Against VP Sara Duterte
In a significant development in the political landscape, the National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) recommendation to press charges against Vice President Sara Duterte has been hailed by House of Representatives leaders as a boost to the ongoing impeachment case against her. The NBI’s suggestion to file charges of grave threats and inciting to sedition was…
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Angkas CEO Praised for Accountability in Cainta Road-Blocking Incident
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) commended Angkas CEO George Royeca for his accountability and cooperation in the investigation of a road-blocking incident in Cainta, Rizal. The event, which occurred on February 2, 2025, involved Angkas riders blocking an intersection to allow a motorcade to pass, despite a red light. The incident was captured on a…
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DMW Takes Action Against Manning Agency After Filipino Seafarer Vanishes
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has initiated a thorough investigation into the mysterious disappearance of 28-year-old Filipino seafarer Ralph Bobiles, who vanished while serving on the MV Prestige Ace on December 5, 2024. DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac announced the suspension of the license of Parola Maritime Agency Corporation, the agency responsible for Bobiles’…
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Budget Secretary Calls for Greater Local Government Involvement in Open Governance
In a compelling address at the 2025 OGP Asia and Pacific Regional Meeting in Taguig City, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman encouraged local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines to actively participate in the Open Government Partnership (OGP). Pangandaman, who also chairs OGP-Philippines, emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and engaging civil society in governance processes.…
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Philippines Hosts Major Open Government Summit with Global Leaders
MANILA – The bustling capital of the Philippines welcomed over 800 delegates, including government officials, civil society leaders, and policymakers from over 40 countries, for the 2025 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM). The event, which kicked off on Wednesday and will continue until Friday, is being held at the…
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Canlaon City Mayor Embraces Scrutiny Over Disaster Fund Management
In the wake of the Mt. Kanlaon eruption on December 9, 2024, Canlaon City Mayor Jose Chubasco Cardenas has openly invited scrutiny into the city’s management of disaster response funds. During a visit to an evacuation center on January 15, 2025, the mayor, alongside officials from the Office of Civil Defense, engaged with displaced residents…
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Philippine Lawmaker Labels Duterte’s Drug War a ‘Catastrophic Failure’
In a stark critique, Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative Robert Ace Barbers has denounced former President Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war as a ‘catastrophic failure.’ Barbers, who once supported the campaign, now points to its devastating impact on the Philippine National Police (PNP), accusing it of fostering corruption, promoting a culture of impunity, and leading…
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Philippine National Police Denies Conspiracy and Reward System for Killings
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has firmly rejected allegations of a widespread conspiracy among its members and emphasized its strict policy against any form of misconduct by its officers. This statement comes in the wake of legal action taken by the Department of Justice against 30 police officers accused of planting evidence and delaying case…
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