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Revilla denies DPWH kickback claims, vows to face inquiry ‘head-on’
Former Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr. has denied allegations by former DPWH Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo that he received 25% in commissions from flood control projects, calling the accusations "absolutely untrue."
Bernardo claimed that he personally met with Revilla in 2024 and delivered P150 million to Revilla's house in Cavite, which was intended for Revilla's senatorial bid.
Revilla stated he is prepared to cooperate with any official inquiry to reveal the truth and will face the accusations "head-on."
He also mentioned that he is aligned with the public's demand for accountability and will not allow his name to be used to obstruct justice.
During the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing, Bernardo also implicated former Senate President Francis Escudero, Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co, and former Senator Nancy Binay in the alleged kickback scheme.
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Former DPWH Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo has implicated Senator Chiz Escudero, former senators Bong Revilla and Nancy Binay, and Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Zaldy Co in alleged kickbacks from public works projects.
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A former Public Works undersecretary identified Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero, former Senator Bong Revilla, and former Senator Maria Lourdes Nancy S. Binay as allegedly demanding commissions from flood-control projects.
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The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has recommended filing malversation and indirect bribery charges against individuals implicated in a kickback scheme related to flood control projects, following allegations by former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) undersecretary Roberto Bernardo.
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Senator Francis Escudero and Makati Mayor Nancy Binay have denied allegations of receiving kickbacks from infrastructure projects, with Escudero calling the accusations a "well-orchestrated plan to attack the Senate."
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Makati City Mayor Nancy Binay has denied allegations linking her to supposed irregularities in Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) infrastructure projects, calling the accusations "baseless and politically motivated."
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