Duterte hopes next Phl president to go after DPWH corruption

Duterte, in his speech during the inauguration of the Metro Manila Skyway Project 3, said the next chief executive should confront anomalous projects, particularly in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

“I hope that the next president would be as forceful and resolute to confront this almost evil practice of people going around the country,” the President said.

In his address, the President lamented that contractors and public officials take advantage of the projects which are supposed to benefit the public.

He also praised DPWH Secretary Mark Villar, who was present at the event, for his efforts to get rid of irregularities in his department.

“I’d like to congratulate Secretary Villar for initiating a total revamp in the DPWH and there will be more to come. Did I not tell you a little about a few days ago or months that I will dedicate the remaining years of my mayorship dito sa corruption?” Duterte said.

“I will really beat you up. If you don’t remember what I said, I’m sorry,” he added.