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Rappler Recap: Senate probe flags ghost flood control projects, corrupt practices
The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee is investigating alleged irregularities in P100 billion flood control projects, including ghost projects and favoritism in contract allocation.
Senator Rodante Marcoleta initiated the probe, "Philippines Under Water," following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s observation that a few contractors received a large portion of the allocated funds.
Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan confirmed that Wawao Builders, which secured P9 billion in projects, has ghost projects in Bulacan valued at P5.9 billion.
Many flood control projects were initiated without feasibility studies, and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has not coordinated with the River Basin Control Office for master planning.
Only seven of the top 15 flood control contractors attended the hearing, with senators pushing for subpoenas to compel the attendance of absent contractors, including those from Alpha & Omega and Centerways Construction.
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