Rogelio Singson, amid ongoing debates over the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI)'s lifespan and powers, confirmed his resignation effective December 15, citing health strain from probing a massive infrastructure corruption scandal. He denied any pressure and highlighted the commission's logistical limitations.
Following recent controversy over the ICI's expected duration—with Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla predicting a short life and Chair Andres Reyes Jr. estimating two years—commissioner Rogelio Singson, former Public Works secretary, has confirmed his resignation. The 77-year-old industrial engineer cited intense stress from investigating hundreds of billions in kickbacks from flood control projects as taking a toll on his health.
Singson submitted his 30-day irrevocable courtesy resignation in mid-November, which would be accepted by default if ignored by Malacañang. He delayed public announcement awaiting presidential response but, after silence, saw Chair Andres Reyes Jr. disclose it on December 3. His last day aligns with December 15, coinciding with the final hearing of the year featuring former undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral.
Singson likened the ICI's constraints to 'being sent to war without weapons,' lacking authority to compel witnesses or arrests, despite President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s limited additional support orders. He insisted no compromises occurred and affirmed his integrity during tenure.
Rumors swirl of another resignation, possibly Rossana Fajardo, per former adviser Benjamin Magalong. Originally slated for 3-4 months, the ICI's caseload—94 boxes of documents—may extend it beyond the current administration.
