Politics · Philippines Bureau
DICT Chief Aguda Resigns, Ombudsman Confirms Palace Acceptance
Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda has resigned from his post, with the Ombudsman confirming that Malacañang has accepted his resignation. President Marcos is expected to address the matter further upon his return from Singapore.
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MANILA — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla announced on Saturday that Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda has submitted his resignation, stating that the Palace had "already accepted" it. The disclosure came amid an apparent absence of immediate official confirmation from Malacañang.
According to sources within the Palace, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. plans to provide a formal statement regarding Aguda's departure on Sunday before returning from Singapore, where he was attending regional engagements.
Aguda's tenure at the Department of Information and Communications Technology had been marked by various policy initiatives aimed at strengthening the country's digital infrastructure and connectivity. The circumstances surrounding his resignation have not been fully detailed, pending the President's statement.
The development leaves several ongoing technology and communications projects under review as the administration prepares to address the leadership transition at the department. The timing of the resignation announcement, coupled with the President's expected remarks, suggests potential organizational changes within the executive branch.