Ombudsman probes Villars, PrimeWater execs over water district deals
he Ombudsman is investigating members of the Villar family, PrimeWater executives and 32 local water district officials over joint venture agreements involving three water districts.
The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines has initiated a preliminary investigation into allegations of corruption and administrative malpractice involving prominent figures, including members of the Villar family, executives from PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp., and 32 local water district officials. The investigation focuses on alleged unfair water service agreements between PrimeWater and various water districts.
Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano disclosed that the complaints pertain to evidently disadvantageous joint ventures between PrimeWater and certain local water districts, as well as PrimeWater's outstanding obligation of P65,650,708.07 for the use of materials and supplies from three water districts. The respondents include Senators Mark and Camille Villar, their brother Manuel Paolo Villar, and their parents - former lawmakers Manny and Cynthia Villar, who are identified as beneficial owners of PrimeWater.
The Ombudsman is also looking into potential breaches of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, Sections 3(e) and 3(g).
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