Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David of Kalookan attributed the severe flooding in Metro Manila to government corruption, particularly pointing to failed infrastructure projects as a major cause.
He expressed his frustration on Facebook over the lack of progress in flood control efforts in areas such as Malabon and Navotas, despite substantial government spending.
The cardinal highlighted that billions of pesos have been allocated to flood mitigation projects, yet no significant improvements have been seen.
He urged the public to review Commission on Audit (COA) reports, which reveal troubling details about these projects.
Cardinal David’s remarks underscore ongoing concerns about transparency and accountability in government flood control initiatives.
Source: PhilNews24 | July 27, 2025
