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Nueva Ecija vice gov takes over as Ombudsman suspends Gov. Umali
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has served a one-year suspension order without pay against Nueva Ecija Governor Aurelio Umali.
The suspension stems from Umali's alleged illegal issuance of 205 quarrying permits without clearance from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
The Office of the Ombudsman found Umali guilty of conduct prejudicial to the best interest of service and simple misconduct.
Vice Governor Gil Raymond Umali, the governor's brother, will automatically assume the role of Acting Governor.
Eduardo Jose Joson VII, the top Sangguniang Panlalawigan member, has been designated as the Acting Vice Governor.
The DILG confirmed the implementation of the suspension order after Governor Umali filed a motion for reconsideration.
The department assured that provincial operations and services will not be hindered during this leadership transition.
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