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Ombudsman seeks P51.4 million for confidential funds in 2027 budget
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla defended his agency's proposed confidential funds allocation, arguing the office requires increased resources to conduct more aggressive investigations and acquire intelligence.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has justified the Office of the Ombudsman's request for P51.4 million in confidential funds for 2027, stating the agency needs the allocation to bolster its investigative operations.
Remulla explained that the office has intensified its investigations and requires confidential funding to purchase information and other critical resources necessary for its work. The confidential funds are essential for conducting covert operations and acquiring intelligence that cannot be disclosed publicly.
The Ombudsman's budget proposal comes as the agency continues to handle numerous cases involving government officials and public employees. The allocation reflects the office's commitment to expanding its investigative capacity and pursuing cases more aggressively.
Confidential funds are commonly used by oversight agencies to acquire information, conduct undercover operations, and maintain sources that help prevent leaks during sensitive investigations. The Ombudsman's request is part of the broader 2027 national budget deliberations in Congress.