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Probing alleged corruption in the tenure of Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez, who face charges regarding graft and kickbacks.

15 reports, 6 independent Updated Sep 22
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Probing alleged corruption in the tenure of Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez, who face charges regarding graft and kickbacks.

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Manuel BonoanMartin Romualdezombudsman

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  1. Both Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez are implicated in a flood control kickback scheme.Sub-event
  2. Romualdez faces specific charges of pocketing kickbacks from public works.1 source
  3. Manuel Bonoan faces kickback allegations from flood control projects, and the court ordered his release from detention.Sub-event
  4. Bonoan's plunder charges were dropped, while investigations into budget insertions and infrastructure projects continue.1 source
  5. Ombudsman prepares graft case against Romualdez; Bonoan's admission may be used as a scapegoat.1 source
  6. Bonoan agreed to become a state witness in the corruption case.1 source
  7. Ombudsman files graft cases against Jinggoy Estrada, Francis Escudero, and Martin Romualdez; seeks testimony from Manuel Bonoan.Sub-event
  8. Ombudsman drops charges against Bonoan; his testimony may incriminate Romualdez.1 source
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  1. Corruption probes against Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez intensify, involving the Ombudsman and Sandiganbayan.1 source

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