Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto has called for full accountability from all involved in the alleged corruption surrounding flood control projects, emphasizing that without consequences, these issues will continue to plague the country.
“Kailangan may managot,” Sotto said on Tuesday, September 2, as investigations deepen into the controversial P100-billion flood control budget reportedly cornered by only 15 contractors over the past three years. Among those who faced scrutiny at the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing was Sarah Discaya, owner of Alpha & Omega General Contractor & Development Corp.
Sotto, who shared his observations on Facebook after following the hearing, expressed frustration over the lack of transparency. “Hindi sila masyadong honest,” he noted, adding that the system’s flaws go beyond just one contractor or company.
“I’m sure there’s more to uncover, both with the Discaya group but also the system as a whole,” he wrote, stressing the importance of urgent action. “I hope all relevant authorities act quickly, before they get away.”
The mayor didn’t mince words about longstanding allegations that some contractors give hefty kickbacks—reportedly as much as 40%—to politicians to secure project approvals. “Or, whatever the rate may be… is it true that there is an ‘SOP’ or kickback for DPWH projects?” he asked, pressing for direct answers in the next round of hearings.
He also pointed out that figures behind the scenes—like Discaya’s supposed campaign spokesperson and alleged DPWH “mistermind,” Curlee “Great Pacific” Discaya—should be summoned to help uncover the truth.
“We will continue to do our part. Hindi tayo papayag na basta na lang tatahimik at mawawala ang isyu pagkatapos ng ilang buwan,” Sotto asserted.
