The Office of the Ombudsman has decided to investigate the DOH, including Secretary Francisco Duque III, for alleged 'anomalies' in the handling of the coronavirus pandemic. READ:
OMBUDSMAN INVESTIGATION. The Office of the Ombudsman will investigate Health Secretary Francisco Duque III for alleged anomalies in the handling of the coronavirus pandemic. Photo by Darren Langit/Rappler
"I directed the creation of two more investigating teams who will jointly investigate alleged irregularities and anomalies committed by DOH officials and employees, including Health Sec. Francisco Duque, in relation to the response of the DOH during this pandemic," Martires said.
Malacañang said it"respects" Martires' decision to conduct a probe on Duque, an alter-ego and appointee of President Rodrigo Duterte.
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