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NBI recommends charges vs 21 individuals over flood control anomalies
Tempo
|September 27, 2025
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Friday, Sept. 26, that 21 individuals, including three incumbent senators, have been recommended by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) for criminal prosecution in connection with alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
In its press statement, the DOJ emphasized that those named must respond to the serious allegations under the rule of law.
The possible charges include violations of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, indirect bribery under Article 111 of the Revised Penal Code, and malversation of public funds under Article 217.
Among those recommended for prosecution are:
1. Ako Bicol Party-list Rep. Elizaldy "Zaldy" S. Co
2. Senator Francis Joseph "Chiz" Escudero
3. Senator Emmanuel Joel Jose Villanueva
4. Senator Jose "Jingoy Estrada" Pimentel Ejercito Jr.
5. Alias "Beng Ramos"
6. Alias "Mina"
7. Former Caloocan 2nd District representative Mary Mitzi "Mitch" Lim Cajayon-Uy
8. Mr. Maynard S. Ngu
This story is from the September 27, 2025 edition of Tempo.
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