Marcos acknowledges Bonoan's stepping down due to command accountability issues

New DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon Takes Office Amid Investigation

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. appointed Vince Dizon as the new Secretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Monday, September 1, 2025. The appointment came after the resignation of Manuel Bonoan, who stepped down amid an ongoing investigation into anomalous flood control projects.

Bonoan's resignation was a result of command responsibility, as he felt it was his duty to leave his post due to the problems that occurred under his watch. Dizon, who previously served as the Secretary of Transportation from February to September 2025, was chosen to replace Bonoan due to his impressive performance and initiatives during his tenure at the DOTr.

Dizon was known for suspending a compulsory cashless toll payment system and addressing logistics disruptions in Eastern Visayas. Marcos praised Dizon for initiating improvements and implementing reforms at the DOTr, and believes he has already set the stage for the necessary improvements in the DPWH.

Lawyer Giovanni Lopez was named acting DOTr secretary on the same day. Dizon and Lopez took their oaths administered by President Marcos Jr. Dizon, who is familiar with the workings of the DPWH, was tasked to conduct a full organizational sweep to ensure public funds benefit infrastructure projects protecting Filipinos.

The ongoing investigation into flood control projects across the country is not specified further in this paragraph. Marcos stated that Bonoan's resignation was a necessary step, and he believes Dizon will lead the DPWH to success. Dizon took his oath as the new DPWH secretary on Monday, September 1, 2025.

Source: TPM/our website Philippines.