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Benjamin Magalong

Benjamin Magalong, former special adviser to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), resigned in October 2025 amid disputes over his role in investigating corruption in infrastructure projects. He later expressed regret, believing his departure hindered the ICI's ability to build strong cases against corrupt officials.

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Recent developments on Benjamin Magalong

Fri, December 5, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Palace confirms P41M budget released to Independent Commission on Infrastructure

Malacañang confirmed that the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) has received its P41 million budget for 2025.

Sun, November 30, 2025 at 9:56 AM

Thousands join Trillion Peso March vs corruption

Thousands of Filipinos, including politicians and artists, gathered at the People Power Monument in Quezon City for the second Trillion Peso March, demanding accountability, transparency, and justice amid alleged corruption.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 9:14 PM

Baguio city government adopts blockchain for secure record-keeping

The city government of Baguio has initiated the uploading of important documents onto a blockchain system, aiming to enhance transparency and safeguard official records.

Thu, November 13, 2025 at 2:05 PM

ICI inspects P9B flood control projects in Ilocos Norte

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) inspected flood control projects in Ilocos Norte, with contractors Curlee and Sara Discaya securing the majority of the 150 projects amounting to P9 billion.

Tue, November 11, 2025 at 1:57 PM

AFP probes alleged destabilization plot naming VP Sara, Rep. Paolo Duterte, Chavit Singson

Malacañang confirmed that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is investigating alleged attempts to destabilize the Marcos administration.

Mon, October 13, 2025 at 10:37 AM

Ex-PNP chief Azurin appointed ICI special adviser

Retired General Rodolfo Azurin Jr. has been appointed as the special adviser and investigator of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).

Thu, October 9, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Magalong resigned voluntarily from ICI says Undersecretary Castro

Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro stated that Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong resigned voluntarily from the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI).

Mon, October 6, 2025 at 11:27 AM

Baguio Mayor regrets resignation from anti-corruption body

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong believes "air-tight" cases could have been built against corruption suspects if he had not resigned from his post as special adviser and investigator of the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI).

Sun, October 5, 2025 at 12:21 PM

Marcos Jr. did not ask Magalong to resign as ICI special adviser

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. did not ask Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong to resign as special adviser to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), but rather to review his appointment, according to Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro.

Fri, October 3, 2025 at 3:39 PM

DOH welcomes probe into alleged MAIP mismanagement

The Department of Health (DOH) welcomes Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong's interest in probing alleged mismanagement of the Medical Assistance for Indigents and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIP) program.