Former DPWH Chief to Testify Against Revilla in Flood Scam

Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) chief Bonoan is set to testify against Senator Revilla regarding a flood scam.

4 Aug, 11:34 — 4 Aug, 16:00

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Why this matters

This story is significant as it concerns a high-profile corruption case involving a former senator and a former cabinet official. The testimony could be crucial in determining accountability for alleged misuse of public funds in flood control projects, which are vital for public safety.

Key entitiesManuel Bonoan Ramon Revilla Jr.Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)Sandiganbayan Ombudsman

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What sources agree on

Former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan will testify against Ramon Revilla Jr.
The testimony is related to a malversation case.
The case involves an anomalous flood control project in Bulacan.

Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

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Manuel Bonoan is the former public works secretary.

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Ramon Revilla Jr. is a former senator.

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The case is a malversation case.

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The testimony will occur on August 12 in the Sandiganbayan Third Division.

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The specific date of Bonoan's testimony (August 12) and the court division (Sandiganbayan Third Division)

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Mention of the Ombudsman's Deputy Special Prosecutor

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inquirerMostly Factual27d ago

Ex-DPWH chief Bonoan to testify vs Revilla over flood scam

MANILA, Philippines — Former Department of Public Works and Highways chief Manuel Bonoan will testify against Sen. Bong Revilla in the Sandiganbayan Third Division on August 12. Ombudsman’s Deputy Special Prosecutor Omar Sagadal on Tuesday asked the court to issue a subpoena ad testificandum for Bonoan. Associate Justice Ronald Moreno granted the request of the

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philstarMostly Factual27d ago

Bonoan to testify vs Revilla in flood case

Former public works secretary Manuel Bonoan will testify against former senator Ramon Revilla Jr. in a malversation case involving an anomalous flood control project in Bulacan.

By Daphne Galvez

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First report: inquirer · 4 Aug, 11:34|Full coverage: 2 · 4h|Window: 4h

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Ex-DPWH chief Bonoan to testify vs Revilla over flood scam

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philstar4 Aug, 16:00Latest update

Bonoan to testify vs Revilla in flood case

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Initial ReportingAug 4 morning/afternoon

Both outlets reported the upcoming testimony of former DPWH chief Manuel Bonoan against former Senator Ramon Revilla Jr. regarding a flood scam.

Former DPWH Chief to Testify Against Revilla in Flood Scam

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Ex-DPWH chief Bonoan to testify vs Revilla over flood scam

Bonoan to testify vs Revilla in flood case

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Ex-DPWH chief Bonoan to testify vs Revilla over flood scam

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