MANILA, Philippines – The anti-corruption watchdog Artikulo Onse has pledged to relentlessly pursue those responsible for anomalous flood control projects that have plagued 77 cities and municipalities across the country.

Speaking on behalf of the group, Ricky Rivera, convenor of Artikulo Onse, declared that they will not tire in exposing the individuals and entities accountable for profiting from substandard or overpriced public works projects, especially in flood-prone areas.

“We will not rest until we see those who stole public funds behind bars,” Rivera said in a statement. “This is not just about money lost — it’s about the lives endangered and communities devastated because of corruption.”

Artikulo Onse is currently consolidating evidence and testimonies from local stakeholders, whistleblowers, and technical experts, which they plan to forward to relevant government agencies, including the Office of the Ombudsman, the Commission on Audit (COA), and the Department of Justice (DOJ).

The group earlier flagged numerous irregularities in flood control and drainage projects under various local and national agencies. These include reports of ghost projects, double funding, substandard materials, and collusion between contractors and public officials.

According to Rivera, corruption in these projects exacerbates flooding during typhoons and heavy rains, posing serious risks to lives, infrastructure, and the environment.

“Every time a flood hits and infrastructure fails, people suffer — and someone profits. That is unacceptable,” Rivera added.

The group called on the public to support transparency efforts by demanding accountability from elected officials and supporting anti-corruption initiatives at the local level.

Artikulo Onse plans to release a detailed report in the coming weeks, naming specific projects and individuals involved. The group emphasized that legal actions will follow.