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CBCP wants ICI transparency, warns vs cover-up
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has cautioned against any change in Senate leadership during ongoing investigations into flood control projects, warning it could fuel suspicions of a cover-up.
CBCP President Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David stated that the public is closely observing the probes and that a leadership shakeup would intensify these concerns.
The CBCP urged public officials to ensure the integrity of investigations into alleged anomalies involving politicians and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials.
The religious body strongly opposes attempts to derail the investigation through backroom deals, leadership takeovers, or selective justice.
Additionally, the CBCP called for transparency and for the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to be allowed to conduct its work thoroughly and without fear or favor.
The CBCP emphasized that the ICI was created to restore public trust and must be empowered to investigate without political interference.
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Senator JV Ejercito suggested that the Senate should transfer its investigation into anomalies in flood control projects to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) due to a perceived conflict of interest.
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Senator JV Ejercito considered leaving the majority bloc in the Senate with four other senators due to a perceived loss of focus on holding accountable those responsible for anomalous flood control projects.
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The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) is continuing its private hearings into alleged irregularities in flood control and public works projects.
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Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) Executive Minister Eduardo Manalo urged the Senate and the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to conduct public hearings on anomalies within flood control projects to ensure accountability and public trust.
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