Contractor says P1.7B delivered to Hernandez

Title Contractor Testifies P1.72 Billion Delivered to Hernandez in Bu
Bulacan Ghost Project

In a surprising turn of events, contractor Sally Santos testified before th
the Sandiganbayan's Third Division that she delivered P1.72 billion to Bric
Brice Hernandez, former assistant district engineer of the Department of Pu
Public Works and Highways' (DPWH) Bulacan 1st District Engineering Office.

Santos' testimony was presented as part of a bail hearing for former senato
senator Ramon Revilla Jr. and most of his co-accused, who are seeking freed
freedom in connection with a malversation through falsification case filed 
by the Office of the Ombudsman last January.

The accused are charged with allegedly siphoning off funds from a P96.5-mil
P96.5-million flood control project in Davao Occidental, which was supposed
supposed to benefit local communities. However, prosecutors claim that the 
project never existed and was merely a ghost project designed to enrich c
corrupt officials.

Santos' testimony revealed that she lent her contractor's license for the p
project and received a 3-percent royalty fee from Hernandez. According to S
Santos, Hernandez gave her the P1.72 billion, which she delivered to him. W
When asked about the reason behind her revelations, Santos simply replied, 
Just to tell the truth.

Revilla's camp has maintained that he had no involvement in the project and
and that it was a legitimate endeavor designed to benefit local communities
communities.

Implications for Language Preservationists

As language preservationists, we understand the importance of preserving cu
cultural heritage and promoting linguistic diversity. This case highlights 
the need for accountability and transparency in government projects, especi
especially those involving large sums of money.

In the context of language preservation, this means that we must be vigilan
vigilant in ensuring that our efforts to promote language diversity are tra
transparent, accountable, and benefit local communities. It also underscore
underscores the importance of fostering strong relationships with community
community leaders and stakeholders to ensure that our initiatives align wit
with their needs and goals.

Conclusion

The case highlights the importance of accountability and transparency in go
government projects, especially those involving large sums of money. As lan
language preservationists, we must be vigilant in ensuring that our efforts
efforts promote linguistic diversity and benefit local communities.

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