Manila: Malaca±ang on Friday denied reports that Henry Aguda is set to step down as secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT). Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that there is no confirmation from the Palace that Aguda would be leaving his post. "Not true," she said, when asked about the reported leadership change at the DICT.

According to Philippines News Agency, Aguda currently heads the DICT, the agency responsible for overseeing the government's digital transformation programs, cybersecurity initiatives, and the expansion of connectivity nationwide. Castro issued the statement following reports that former presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda is being eyed as the next DICT chief, replacing Aguda.

Aguda was appointed DICT chief in March 2025. Before joining the government, he served as president and chief executive officer of UnionDigital Bank and previously held senior leadership roles at Union Bank of the Philippines, including chief technology and operations officer and chief transformation officer.

He also served as digital infrastructure lead at the Private Security Advisory Council, a council tasked to assist the Marcos administration in crafting strategies to strengthen the country's digital infrastructure. Aguda has extensive experience in banking, telecommunications, and technology, having held key positions in companies such as Globe Telecom, Government Service Insurance System, and Digitel Telecommunications Philippines.