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Ombudsman urged to probe procurement irregularities in Davao City The allegations of procurement irregularities involving Sara Duterte's office in Davao City have prompted the Ombudsman to urge the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to investigate. The NBI has submitted supplemental documents to the Department of Justice regarding alleged anomalies in four flood control projects valued at P364.2 million. These irregularities include the alleged reuse of project photographs bearing different dates in documents submitted to support payments. The Ombudsman's involvement signals a formal escalation of the probe into potential anti-graft violations.

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  • The NBI submitted supplemental documents regarding alleged irregularities in four flood control projects worth P364.2 million in Davao City.philstar.com
  • The NBI recommended filing criminal charges against 12 officials and private company Genesis88 Constuction Inc.philstar.com
  • VP Sara Duterte was accused of a conflict of interest over Davao City’s award of 15 contracts worth about P34 million to GenCorp Industries, Inc.bworldonline.com
  • The NBI investigation revealed alleged reuse of project photographs bearing different dates in documents submitted to support payments.philstar.com

Why it matters

The Ombudsman's intervention signifies that the procurement issues are not merely political allegations but have reached a stage requiring formal criminal investigation. The scope of the probe covers major infrastructure projects, such as four flood control projects worth P364.2 million, and potential conflicts of interest related to contracts worth P34 million awarded to companies linked to the Vice President.

This high-profile investigation places intense regulatory pressure on local government units in Davao City to ensure strict adherence to anti-graft laws. The allegations involve multiple layers of public officials and private companies, including the potential involvement of Genesis88 Constuction Inc. and the reuse of falsified project documentation.

What we don't know yet

  • What specific findings will the NBI present to the Department of Justice regarding the flood control projects?
  • Will the Ombudsman expand its investigation beyond the flood control projects to cover all procurement issues involving the VP's office?

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The NBI files criminal charges against the 12 officials and private company Genesis88 Constuction Inc.This would confirm the severity of the irregularities and solidify the Ombudsman's role as the primary oversight body in the case.
The Ombudsman issues a directive to review all contracts awarded by Davao City Hall between 2022 and 2025This would broaden the scope of the investigation, potentially affecting more local government contracts and increasing regulatory scrutiny.

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