Corruption
ICI recommends charges against senators in flood control scandal
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The Independent Commission for Infrastructure has recommended criminal and administrative complaints against Senators Joel Villanueva and Jinggoy Estrada, former Representative Zaldy Co, and three others over alleged kickbacks in flood control projects. Related probes include a forged affidavit by a Senate witness linked to Co and efforts to forfeit implicated assets. Lawmakers are pushing for a stronger anti-corruption body amid public frustration with the inquiry's pace.
Víctor Álvarez Puga detained in Florida over irregular migration status
Víctor Manuel Álvarez Puga, husband of TV host Inés Gómez Mont, was arrested on September 24 in Florida due to irregularities in his migration status. He faces charges in Mexico for money laundering and public fund diversion. The detention occurs as he pursues asylum in the United States.
Nigerian commentator critiques lawmakers' constituency projects
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October 28, 2025 05:01Justin Muturi criticizes Ruto's Ksh1.5 trillion infrastructure fund
October 28, 2025 03:13Alvarez denies building mansion for alleged mistress
October 27, 2025 23:46Deputy mayor rejects motion probing his fitness after contempt conviction
Swedish government defends aid to corrupt Somalia
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Migration Minister Johan Forssell defends Swedish aid to Somalia despite criticism over high salaries and corruption. The opposition accuses the government of bribes in a deportation agreement. The government views the debate as a chance to highlight tougher migration policies.
Prosecutors examine Bandung deputy mayor in corruption case
On October 30, 2025, the Bandung City Prosecutor's Office raided several local government offices to gather evidence in an alleged corruption case involving abuse of authority. Deputy Mayor Erwin was questioned as a witness, with investigators stating they have strong evidence to elevate the status to prosecution. The Attorney General's Office denied any sting operation.
Sánchez withstands tense interrogation in Senate commission on Koldo case
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President Pedro Sánchez appeared for nearly five hours in the Senate investigation commission on the Koldo case, facing a chaotic and aggressive interrogation from the opposition, particularly the PP. He admitted receiving legal cash payments from the PSOE under 1,000 euros but denied any knowledge of irregularities in his party or the conduct of former collaborators like José Luis Ábalos. Sánchez counterattacked by accusing the PP of corruption and described the session as a 'circus' and 'defamation commission'.
KPK responds to possibility of summoning former manpower minister after ex-secretary general named suspect
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) says it will further investigate parties involved in an alleged extortion scheme for foreign worker permits at the Manpower Ministry, including possibly summoning a former minister. This follows the naming of Hery Sudarmanto, former secretary general under Hanif Dhakiri, as a new suspect on October 29, 2025. The case involves collecting Rp53.7 billion from 2019 to 2024.
Espina family in Biliran faces plunder complaint over DPWH projects
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Lord Allan Merced-Garcia filed a plunder complaint with the Ombudsman on October 30, 2025, against the Espina family of Biliran over alleged theft in Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) projects. Roving Premier, owned by Vice Governor Roselyn Espina-Paras and her husband, secured over P1 billion in contracts since 2020. This ties into the broader flood control corruption scandal exposed by President Marcos Jr. in July 2025.
Manila judge seeks DOJ probe on Guteza's forged notarization
A Manila court has recommended falsification charges against Senate witness Orly Guteza after determining his affidavit was falsified. The ruling ties into probes on infrastructure corruption, where Guteza accused lawmakers of receiving cash bribes. Guteza failed to appear at court hearings, leading to findings that he and others participated in the forgery.
Mombasa county scrutinized over secret Ksh17 billion tender award
Mombasa County faces criticism from a human rights group for awarding a Ksh17 billion waste-to-energy tender to a Ghanaian conglomerate without public participation or assembly approval. The Centre for Litigation Trust has issued a seven-day ultimatum demanding transparency on the process. County assembly members have also questioned the lack of involvement in the decision.
KPK claims Whoosh mark-up probe started in early 2025
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has confirmed that allegations of mark-up in the Whoosh high-speed train project entered the investigation stage early in 2025. The probe began before the claims went viral, though KPK refuses to detail progress or targets. Former Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Mahfud MD highlighted a significant cost discrepancy between Indonesian and Chinese calculations.
Witness details Matlala's alleged bribes to minister and police
In testimony before the Madlanga Commission, Witness C revealed claims by organised crime accused Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala that he paid R500,000 to support sidelined Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's ANC presidency bid. Matlala allegedly felt betrayed after the minister failed to protect him from investigations. The evidence also implicated top police officials in receiving bribes from Matlala.
Deputies approve accusation against judge Ulloa by 141 votes
Chile's Chamber of Deputies approved a constitutional accusation against Judge Antonio Ulloa of the Santiago Court of Appeals with a wide majority, over alleged contacts with Luis Hermosilla. The vote, with 141 in favor, one against and two abstentions, sends the case to the Senate next week. Lawmakers highlighted the move as a step toward transparency in the judiciary.