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DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon testifies in graft case over Mindoro flood project

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What happened

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Vince Dizon testified before the Sandiganbayan regarding a graft case involving a P289.5-million flood dike project in Naujan, Oriental Mindoro. Dizon confirmed that he verified information showing the sheet piles used in the project were only three meters long instead of the required 12 meters. The case involves former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who is facing graft and malversation charges.

From philstar.com, manilatimes.net

Why it matters

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The case involves alleged irregularities in the implementation of a flood control project intended to mitigate flooding in the province. The Department of Public Works stated that Dizon's testimony is part of efforts to hold officials accountable for alleged misuse of public funds.

From manilatimes.net

Who's involved

  • Vince DizonGovernment official testifying before the Sandiganbayan regarding graft charges.
  • SandiganbayanSpecial appellate court in the Philippines conducting judicial proceedings.
  • Martin RomualdezFormer House Speaker who is also facing plunder charges in the case.

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    Increased legislative oversight pressure regarding infrastructure funding and integrity might affect future infrastructure investment contracts.

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