Naujan: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will investigate and file charges against officials of the agency and contractors of a flood control project in Naujan, Oriental Mindoro, after it was discovered that the awarding of bidding, notice to proceed (NTP), and quick payment of the project were 'railroaded.'

According to Philippines News Agency, DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon stated, 'What we are seeing here, there is indeed a pattern - almost the same. The consecutive days of bidding, notice to proceed, and payment.' Dizon issued this statement following an inspection of the flood control project alongside Governor Humerlito Dolor.

The investigation has been prompted by an order from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to hold accountable DPWH officials and contractors who may have profited from ghost or substandard flood control projects. Dizon further revealed that nearly 100 complaints and reports regarding such projects have already been received by the department.

He assured that immediate action would be taken, including filing cases against those involved in these anomalous dealings.