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NBI demands records on 50 questionable Davao infrastructure projects
The National Bureau of Investigation's Davao office has subpoenaed the Department of Public Works and Highways to produce documents on approximately 50 flood-control and road projects in the region, many concentrated in Davao City.
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The NBI Region 11 served the subpoena on the Department of Public Works and Highways-11 (DPWH-11) on Monday in Iligan City, requesting all documentation related to the allegedly questionable infrastructure initiatives. The projects under scrutiny primarily involve flood-control and road development works, with the majority located within Davao City.
The investigation focuses on reviewing the legitimacy and proper execution of the infrastructure undertakings. The subpoena directs DPWH-11 officials to submit comprehensive documentation that would help clarify the nature and implementation of the flagged projects.
This development marks an intensified scrutiny of infrastructure spending in the Davao Region, as authorities seek to ensure compliance with procurement standards and project specifications. The NBI's intervention suggests concerns about potential irregularities in the planning, bidding, or execution phases of the identified projects.
The DPWH-11 has not yet released a statement regarding the subpoena or the timeline for submitting the requested documents.