Vida designated DOJ OIC as Remulla moves to Ombudsman

Undersecretary Fredderick Vida has been designated Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Department of Justice (DOJ) following Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla's transition to the Ombudsman post.

Remulla's oath-taking as Ombudsman is expected by Thursday, and he will assume duties by Friday, succeeding Samuel Martires.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has tasked Remulla with holding public officers accountable in his new role, emphasizing transparency.

Vida, who previously served as mayor of Mendez, Cavite, currently oversees the DOJ's Financial, Administration, and Personnel Cluster.

Malacañang highlighted transparency as the guiding principle for the transition at the DOJ and the Ombudsman.

The President has yet to receive a shortlist for a permanent DOJ secretary, with Claire Castro dismissing rumors of her potential appointment.

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will continue its work investigating flood control projects, with transparency expected to aid both the DOJ and the Ombudsman in their investigations.