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ICI not shielding Romualdez in flood control mess, says spox
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have referred former House Speaker Martin Romualdez and resigned Ako Bicol representative Zaldy Co to the Office of the Ombudsman for alleged plunder, graft, and bribery charges.
The referral, submitted on November 21, 2025, stems from evidence presented by Romualdez himself.
ICI Executive Director Brian Hosaka denied speculations that the commission is shielding Romualdez, emphasizing that the submitted documents and evidence are intended to aid the Ombudsman's investigation.
Hosaka clarified that the ICI's recommendations to the Ombudsman did not make conclusive findings on Romualdez's supposed involvement, and that the Ombudsman will determine any potential accountability.
Romualdez's camp expressed confidence in the Ombudsman's independent review of the evidence.
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