Rep. Romualdez denies kickbacks before ICI

Updated Tue, October 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM Published Tue, October 14, 2025 at 6:56 AM

Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez appeared before the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) and submitted an affidavit regarding alleged kickbacks from flood control projects.

He denied receiving any illegal payments or kickbacks for approving government contracts, stating he was not part of the bicameral conference committee that finalized the national budget.

Romualdez stated his appearance was to clarify issues, help the commission, and ensure the truth emerges without political distortion or speculation.

His testimony followed allegations by a former security aide to Rep. Elizaldy S. Co, who claimed to have delivered cash-filled luggage to locations, including one linked to Romualdez.

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