Manila: Senator Panfilo Lacson on Tuesday pledged his support to Malaca±ang's plan to form an independent commission to investigate alleged anomalies in flood control and other projects of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Lacson said he is ready to share information his office has gathered to aid the panel.

According to Philippines News Agency, Lacson stated, 'In my capacity and with all the information we have so far gathered, I will extend whatever assistance I can offer, if requested, especially so that the DPWH has a dynamic, progressive-minded and reform-oriented head in the person of Sec. Vince Dizon,' during a radio interview.

While welcoming President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s move to finalize an executive order for the commission, Lacson emphasized that the probe's success would depend on whether those responsible for anomalies are punished. He pointed out that delivering the certainty of punishment is crucial to deter future corruption.

Lacson also noted the reported inclusion of Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong in the panel, stating that his participation would bolster its credibility. He mentioned that Magalong's earlier concern about potentially having to resign as mayor was addressed, allowing him to join without leaving his constituents.

The President previously mentioned that the commission would comprise lawyers, prosecutors, and forensic investigators, with a mandate to act independently in investigating irregularities.

Last month, Lacson delivered a privilege speech detailing substandard and ghost flood control projects, highlighting the significant financial drain corruption in infrastructure programs poses on public funds.