ICI begins work, granted subpoena powers for flood control project probe

Updated Wed, September 17, 2025 at 5:59 AM Published Mon, September 15, 2025 at 9:52 PM

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has begun its work by meeting with representatives from the Department of Public Works and Highways.

The ICI will collaborate with agencies like the Department of Justice and the National Bureau of Investigation, which are also investigating anomalies in flood control projects.

Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Andres Reyes Jr. chairs the ICI, with former Public Works Secretary Rogelio Singson and Rossana Fajardo as members, and retired police general Benjamin Magalong as special adviser.

The commission members have agreed to meet daily and have been granted subpoena powers to gather documents and call witnesses, but not contempt powers.

The ICI will receive an initial funding of P21 million from the Office of the President for personnel services, with additional funds for maintenance and operating expenses coming from the OP's contingent fund.

Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman stated that positions within the ICI, including an executive director, are being created.

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