Dizon to head DPWH in wake of flood project controversies

Dizon to head DPWH in wake of flood project controversies

In the wake of the ongoing ghost project scandal within the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Senator Mark Dizon as the new Secretary of DPWH. This move comes amidst growing public outcry and mounting pressure on the government to address the alleged corruption and mismanagement of funds within the department.

Mark Dizon, who has been a vocal critic of the previous administration's handling of the DPWH, is expected to bring a fresh perspective and a strong commitment to transparency and accountability. His appointment follows the resignation of Secretary Manuel Bonoan, who has been under intense scrutiny for his role in the scandal.

The ghost project scandal, which has been ongoing for several years, has revealed billions of pesos in missing funds, fake flood control projects, and an entrenched syndicate operating within the department. Many of these projects were approved during the tenure of Secretary Mark Villar, who is currently a senator and a member of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee investigating the scandal.

The appointment of Dizon is seen as a significant step towards addressing the corruption and mismanagement issues within the DPWH. However, it remains to be seen how effective his leadership will be in dismantling the entrenched syndicate and restoring public trust in the department.

In a statement, President Marcos Jr. vowed to prosecute everyone involved in the scandal, describing it as a form of "economic sabotage." The Commission on Audit has already ordered fraud audits after a wave of citizen complaints, and public frustration is mounting, with many questioning how Villar, who was in charge during the years these ghost projects were seeded, remains untouched by investigation.

The appointment of Dizon is a significant development in the ongoing saga of the DPWH ghost project scandal. As the new Secretary, he will face the daunting task of rebuilding the department's reputation and ensuring that the funds allocated for flood control projects are used effectively and transparently.

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