DUTERTE: Corruption embedded in projects of DPWH

By durianburgdavao on October 15, 2020 • ( Leave a comment )

Contractors scheme with DPWH to carry out corrupt practices

DPWH reeks of corruption

Corruption at the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) remains widespread, President Rodrigo Duterte told lawmakers on Wednesday night. Duterte made the statement after Congress on Tuesday started its special sessions into the proposed PHP4.5-trillion national budget for 2021. DPWH is headed by Secretary Mark Villar. Read More

Villar has Duterte’s full trust

**FULL TRUST.** President Rodrigo Duterte chats with Public Works and Highways Secretary Mark Villar while leading the inspection of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) Harbor Link Circumferential Road 3 (C3)-R10 Section in Caloocan City on March 5, 2020. Malacañang on Thursday (Oct. 15, 2020) said Villar has the full trust and confidence of Duterte despite allegations of massive corruption within the DPWH. (Presidential photo by Simeon Celi Jr.)

Public Works Secretary Mark Villar has the full trust and confidence of President Rodrigo Duterte despite allegations of massive corruption within his department, Malacañang said Thursday.

In a Palace press briefing, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque made this statement after Duterte said there is corruption embedded in the projects of the DPWH.ay. Read More