Another commissioner of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure has resigned, saying the panel’s functions can now be carried on by other government agencies.
Commissioner Rosanna Fajardo said her courtesy resignation would take effect on Dec. 31.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a collective mission that prioritizes the welfare of our citizens,” Fajardo said in a statement.
“My contributions have led to recommendations aimed at improving government procurement and budgeting processes related to infrastructure projects,” she added.
Fajardo said she believes that “I have completed the work I set out to accomplish when I was appointed.”
“I believe that the investigative and prosecutorial responsibilities will now transition to other agencies, such as the Department of Justice and the Office of the Ombudsman, which are better positioned to ensure accountability for contractors and government officials,” she said.
Her resignation came after Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said on Dec. 5 that the ICI could complete its investigation “in a month or two.”
Fajardo also expressed support for the creation of a “permanent” and “enhanced” Independent Commission Against Infrastructure Corruption and an Independent People’s Commission.
The ICI was created through Executive Order No. 94 signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sept. 15 and is considered an ad hoc body with a sunset provision.
Former ICI commissioner Rogelio Singson earlier resigned on Dec. 3, citing health reasons and concerns over the commission’s limited mandate and resources.