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LWUA to lead probe of PrimeWater; firm commits cooperation
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has ordered an investigation into PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. due to numerous consumer complaints.
The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) announced it will lead the investigation into PrimeWater's alleged service deficiencies.
PrimeWater welcomed the opportunity for dialogue and committed to cooperating with LWUA, stating they are intensifying initiatives to address requirements and satisfy demand.
The company assured its partners of its commitment to delivering long-term improvements for stable and sustainable water supply.
Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Clarissa A. Castro emphasized that the administration will not tolerate service deficiencies, stressing the public's right to a clean and adequate water supply.
The investigation order was spurred by complaints, including a call from Bulacan provincial officials to revoke joint venture agreements with the Villar-owned company.
Separately, Zambales Representative Jefferson Khonghun intends to launch a congressional investigation into PrimeWater's nationwide operations.
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A House leader is seeking a congressional probe into PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp., a company owned by the Villar family, due to numerous complaints regarding its water services across the Philippines.
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Bayan Muna and PrimeWater consumers have filed a formal complaint with Malacañang seeking the cancellation of joint venture agreements between PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation and local water districts.
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The Alyansa Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas maintains its support for President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s directive to investigate PrimeWater, even as Representative Camille Villar, whose family owns the water utility, remains on their slate for Eleksyon 2025.
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Malacañang, through Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro, refuted Vice President Sara Duterte's claim that the probe into PrimeWater services was politically motivated.
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Lawmakers from the Makabayan bloc have filed House Resolution 2279 seeking an investigation into the joint venture agreement between PrimeWater and the San Jose Del Monte City Water District due to numerous consumer complaints.
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