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ICI says hearing with Sen. Mark Villar ‘went well’
Senator Mark Villar testified before the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) as a resource person for its investigation into alleged irregularities in flood control projects during his term as Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary.
Villar, who served as DPWH Secretary from 2016 to 2021, expressed his willingness to participate and denied any wrongdoing, stating his focus was on implementing reforms.
The ICI is investigating potential anomalies related to flood control projects, and Villar's testimony was sought to discuss the planning, budgeting, execution, supervision, and monitoring of these projects.
ICI Executive Director Brian Hosaka stated the hearing "went well" and that Villar explained the processes he implemented during his time as DPWH chief.
Regarding allegations of Villar's relationship with former DPWH officials Henry Alcantara and Roberto Bernardo, Hosaka confirmed there was no change with regard to those factual allegations.
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The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has officially invited former Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary and now Senator Mark Villar to its hearing regarding flood control anomalies.
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Senator Mark Villar welcomes and pledges full cooperation with any investigation into alleged kickback schemes related to flood control projects during his time as DPWH Secretary.
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Senator JV Ejercito suggested that the Senate should transfer its investigation into anomalies in flood control projects to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) due to a perceived conflict of interest.
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