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Marcos accepts Magalong resignation from ICI — Palace
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong resigned as special adviser to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday, September 26, 2025.
His resignation followed a Palace review of his dual role as mayor and ICI adviser, prompted by a P110-million tennis court project in Baguio City awarded to a firm linked to contractors under investigation for anomalous flood control projects.
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has accepted Magalong's resignation and respects his decision, acknowledging his competence.
Palace spokesperson Undersecretary Claire Castro confirmed that Malacañang hopes Magalong's decision will not affect the ongoing investigation being conducted by the ICI, whose composition remains intact.
Magalong stated his resignation was to protect his honor and reputation, noting that pronouncements from the Palace undermined his role.
The ICI is tasked with probing corruption and irregularities in government infrastructure projects.
The Mayors for Good Governance (M4GG) expressed their full support for Magalong.
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