Philippine Anti-Corruption Czar Answers President’s Call as Volunteer Third-Party Watchdog vs Corruption

Manila, Philippines — The Philippine Anti-Corruption Czar (PACC) has formally positioned itself as a key independent, third-party watchdog supporting the Philippine Government’s intensified campaign against corruption, following the call of Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for stronger citizen and civil society participation in promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance.

About PACC

PACC is a national, non-stock, non-profit, non-partisan, and non-sectarian volunteer organization established to help strengthen the fight against corruption across the country.

Anchored on patriotism, faith, and civic responsibility, the organization mobilizes citizens and professionals to:

Observe public bidding and procurement processes
Monitor government-funded infrastructure projects
Expose anomalies and irregularities
Safeguard public funds for the benefit of the Filipino people

Purely Volunteer-Driven Support

In a statement, Dr. Louie Ceniza, Chairman of PACC, emphasized that the organization’s support to the President and the Philippine Government is purely voluntary and without any cost to government.

“PACC does not receive government funding, contracts, or compensation.
Our work is driven solely by volunteerism, love of country, and a shared commitment to integrity, accountability, and public service,”
— Dr. Louie Ceniza, PhD

Independent Citizen-Led Oversight

By answering the President’s call for independent third-party oversight, PACC serves as a citizen-led watchdog that complements existing government oversight mechanisms through:

Objective monitoring
Technical validation
Transparent and evidence-based reporting

Multi-Disciplinary Volunteer Experts

PACC is composed of highly qualified volunteer professionals, including:

Lawyers
Civil Engineers
Accountants and Auditors
Forensic Experts
Public Procurement Specialists

This multi-disciplinary composition enables PACC to conduct inspections, investigations, and procurement observations that are technical, evidence-based, and legally defensible.

A Moral and Civic Mission

According to PACC, corruption is not merely an economic or administrative issue, but a moral and spiritual crisis that deprives Filipinos of development, dignity, and trust in public institutions.

Through nationwide volunteer engagement and collaboration with government agencies, civil society groups, faith-based organizations, and local communities, PACC seeks to:

Restore public trust
Reinforce ethical governance
Strengthen accountability in public service

Mission and Vision

Mission
To assist the Philippine Government in eradicating corruption by mobilizing a nationwide network of volunteer professionals who monitor public projects, observe procurement processes, expose anomalies, and empower citizens to uphold integrity, justice, and the rule of law.

Vision
A corruption-free Philippines where public officials are fully accountable, public resources are protected, and every Filipino benefits from transparent, just, and ethical governance.

Formal Submission of Investigation Reports

In line with its mandate as an independent watchdog, PACC announced that beginning early next year, it will formally submit all completed investigation reports arising from its:

Monitoring activities
Ocular inspections
Fact-finding missions involving government-funded projects

These reports will be submitted to the appropriate authorities for proper disposition, corrective action, and possible legal proceedings.

Official Report Recipients

PACC investigation reports will be officially submitted to:

Office of the President of the Philippines — for executive action and policy guidance
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) — for administrative review, disciplinary action, and project rectification
Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) — for technical evaluation and infrastructure integrity validation
Office of the Ombudsman — for case assessment, investigation, and prosecution of those found liable

All reports will be thoroughly documented, technically validated, and legally prepared by PACC’s volunteer experts to ensure credibility and accountability.

Call for National Unity Against Corruption

PACC calls on all Filipinos — public servants, professionals, youth, faith communities, and ordinary citizens — to stand united in defending integrity and accountability in government.

“By answering the President’s call for independent third-party support — voluntarily and without cost to government — and by committing to formal institutional reporting starting early next year, we affirm that the fight against corruption is a shared national responsibility.”
— Dr. Louie Ceniza, PhD

PACC underscored that corruption thrives in silence, but integrity prevails when citizens act.

Philippine Anti-Corruption Czar Answers President’s Call as Volunteer Third-Party Watchdog vs Corruption