Lawyer Ade Fajardo said there is no evidence linking House Speaker Martin Romualdez to alleged ghost or substandard flood control projects that could support plunder charges reportedly being considered by the Office of the Ombudsman.
Fajardo stressed that Romualdez remains confident the matter will be resolved through due process, adding that there is currently no filed case or finding of probable cause against him.
Romualdez, a relative of President Marcos, has expressed willingness to cooperate with the Ombudsman amid reports of a possible complaint involving him and other officials.
The Office of the Ombudsman, led by Jesus Crispin Remulla, is reportedly evaluating possible cases related to anomalous infrastructure projects, though no formal charges have been filed yet.
Malacañang officials and House leadership have reiterated support for due process and cooperation with investigations, including compliance with requests for lawmakers’ SALNs.
Source: PhilNews24 | April 8, 2026
