DEPARTMENT of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) secretary Vince Dizon has declared that no “Ghost Project” was recorded under the First Congressional District and the 2nd Engineering District Office of Zambales following an investigation conducted by authorities.
Dizon said the probe found no evidence of irregularities in the implementation of infrastructure projects in the First Congressional District, which covers Olongapo City and the municipalities of Subic, Castillejos, and San Marcelino in Zambales.
The district is represented by Deputy Speaker Jay Khonghun. The DPWH chief expressed full confidence in the officials and personnel of the DPWH Zambales 2nd District Engineering Office, led by District Engineer Rey Lerio and Engineer III and Assistant Chief of Construction March Redolme, citing their proper execution of duties.
Earlier, the Independent Committee on Infrastructure (ICI) directed a joint investigation by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) after controversy erupted over a flood control project in the district.
Authorities reported that the projects subjected to scrutiny were properly documented, and no anomalies were uncovered after verification.
Dizon emphasized the importance of ensuring that government infrastructure projects remain free from irregularities, underscoring the need to safeguard their integrity for the benefit of the public.
He added that continued vigilance is necessary to protect infrastructure initiatives being implemented nationwide to ensure they serve their intended purpose and uphold public trust.
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