DA flags P75M ghost farm-to-market projects in Mindanao

Updated Tue, September 30, 2025 at 10:23 PM Published Mon, September 29, 2025 at 5:12 PM

Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. flagged "ghost" farm-to-market road projects worth P75 million in Mindanao, with some projects dating back to 2021 and 2022.

Public Works Secretary Vivencio "Vince" B. Dizon has ordered close monitoring of the claims, with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) set to investigate the irregularities.

Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro stated that all anomalies in infrastructure projects will be thoroughly investigated.

Secretary Laurel has informed President Marcos Jr. about the matter and will formally submit a report.

These disclosures come as senators probe overpriced and substandard flood control projects, where contractors admitted to bribing lawmakers and officials.

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