HOME Update From CCWI September 20, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Today’s update (9/20/2025): We received a copy of the counter-affidavit for Helen Edith Lee Tan in cases OMB-V-C-JUL-25-0207 and OMB-V-A-JUL-25-0270, with an entry of appearance by Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW). This marks the second time CCWI counsel faces heavyweight opposition—the […]

HOME Group Wants 13 DPWH 6 Officials, Contractor Indicated for ‘Ghost Projects’ September 18, 2025| By Sunstar A CORRUPTION watchdog has filed two complaints before the Office of the Ombudsman against officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Central Visayas and Western Visayas.  The group, Crimes and Corruption Watch International Inc.

HOME Official Notice September 8, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Today, 9/8/2025, we received an order from the Office of the Ombudsman directing us to submit a verified position paper within 10 days in relation to OMB-V-A-JUL-25-0207 filed on May 21, 2025.It’s encouraging to see the wheels of justice moving forward. We will comply promptly and

HOME Update From Crimes and Corruption international (CCWI) August 25, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Amid the ongoing controversy and discussions about corruption concerns within the DPWH trending on social media, our group remains committed to upholding transparency and accountability. We will continue to file appropriate complaints with the Office of the Ombudsman and at the

HOME As Anomalous As Flood Control August 19, 2025| By Carlo Batalla A BRIDGE in the 2nd district of Camarines Sur represents an interesting connection. Constructed under the watch of Congressman Lray Villafuerte the construction was completed in 2021. The irony is that there is no existing road connected to the bridge which was funded

HOME Update From CCWI August 15, 2025| By Carlo Batalla 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗨𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟(𝗖𝗖𝗪𝗜) will participate as an independent observer in the post-qualification phase of the Philippine Army’s procurement of military equipment, per their invitation. Note: Procurement law requires that a qualified NGO observer be invited to participate in the bidding process, and CCWI

HOME Update On Graft Case July 31, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Filed by Crimes and Corruption Watch International (CCWI) We are pleased to inform everyone that the case against DPWH Region 6 officials, filed by Crimes and Corruption Watch International at the Office of the Ombudsman, has reached a significant milestone. An order has been

HOME Public Information Update June 13, 2025| By Garrett Batalla Fernandez Crimes and Corruption Watch International Public Information Update We have received official acknowledgment from the DPWH Central Office regarding our letter on the reassignment of observers certified as Government Procurement Specialists. The matter has been endorsed to the DPWH Procurement Service for proper action.

HOME Reassignment and Appointment of CCWI Observers as Certified Government Procurement Specialists June 9, 2025| By Garrett Batalla Fernandez OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Reassignment and Appointment of CCWI Observers as Certified Government Procurement Specialists. The Crimes and Corruption Watch International, Inc. (CCWI) is proud to announce the reassignment of its accredited observers who have successfully completed their

HOME On Dismissal of Cases Filed Against DPWH – R6 Officials May 27, 2025| By Carlo Batalla OFFICIAL STATEMENT The Office of the Ombudsman has officially resolved to dismiss the cases filed previously against DPWH-R6 Officials. However, this dismissal is without prejudice, meaning the cases can be refiled if additional evidence is discovered and properly