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Expose anomalies, governors told
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged newly elected League of Provinces of the Philippines (LPP) officials to expose irregularities in government projects.
Marcos emphasized the nation's need for leaders committed to ending corrupt practices and encouraged provincial leaders to examine projects and reveal any wrongdoing.
He stressed that the people's money is the nation's money and not for personal interest.
South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., reelected as LPP National President, led the oath-taking ceremony in Malacañan Palace.
The President's call comes amid ongoing investigations into alleged irregularities in flood control projects of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
Marcos previously revealed the existence of "ghost" projects, prompting a comprehensive review of the DPWH's budget.
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