Arnell Ignacio

Arnell Ignacio is the former administrator of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) who was removed from his position due to an unauthorized P1.4-billion land deal that proceeded without board approval. Graft complaints have been filed against him and other officials for violations of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act. The controversy has led to a thorough investigation by the Department of Migrant Workers to uncover procedural lapses and ensure accountability.

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Last updated at July 29, 2025.

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DMW files plunder, graft vs Ignacio over P1.4B land deal

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) filed plunder and graft charges against former Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Administrator Arnell Ignacio, his two deputy administrators, and six individuals involved in an unauthorized P1.4-billion land deal.
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DMW investigates P1.4B land deal in OWWA scandal

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is investigating a P1.4-billion land acquisition deal that led to Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) chief Arnell Ignacio's dismissal.
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DMW official removed over P1.4B unauthorized land deal

Initial investigations show that the P1.4-billion unauthorized land acquisition deal under the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) did not affect the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) trust fund, a Palace official said on Monday.
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DMW investigates PHP1.4B unauthorized OWWA land deal

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is investigating a PHP1.4-billion land acquisition deal by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), which allegedly proceeded without approval from the OWWA board.
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Marcos appoints Caunan as new OWWA admin

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. appointed Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan as the new administrator of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) on May 16.
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206 Filipino trafficking victims repatriated from Myanmar

A total of 206 Filipino victims of human trafficking, rescued from scam hubs in Myanmar, returned to the Philippines this week, arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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OWWA launches first Seafarers' Hub in Manila, offering legal aid and free services

On Thursday, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) officially launched its first Seafarers' Hub located at 1108 A. Mabini Street, Malate, Manila.
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Remains of 3 Filipino workers killed in Kuwait fire returned to Manila

On Monday, the remains of three Filipino workers who died from smoke inhalation in a fire at an apartment building in al-Mangaf, Kuwait on June 12 were returned to Manila.
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OWWA, UBE Express offer 50% discount for OFW airport trips

Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) can now avail of a 50 percent discount from UBE Express for trips to or from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), according to the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA).
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Remains of slain OFW Garcia arrive in Manila

The remains of Marjorette Garcia, a 32-year-old Filipino worker killed in Saudi Arabia by a Kenyan co-worker, arrived in Manila on Friday.
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