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Coverage of Office of the Ombudsman in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 28 · 09:37 UTCMost recent: Jul 6 · 05:23 UTC
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  • POLITICSJul 6 · 05:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Another Philippine senator arrested on allegations of large-scale plunder

    Philippine Sen. Rodante Marcoleta was arrested on plunder charges for allegedly receiving undeclared campaign contributions. He denied wrongdoing and was taken into custody at the Sandiganbayan court. His arrest follows that of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada, with both linked to former President Rodrigo Duterte and his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, who faces impeachment.

  • SECURITYJun 29 · 11:30 UTCSCMP CHINA
    ‘Queuing gangs’ exploited Hong Kong driving licence ticketing system: ombudsman

    The Hong Kong government watchdog criticized the Transport Department for systemic deficiencies enabling 'queuing gangs' to exploit the driving licence ticketing system, with 135 applications submitted by seven agents in a single instance. Digital shortcomings also harmed perceptions among overseas and mainland Chinese applicants.

  • SCIENCEJun 29 · 11:17 UTCALLAFRICA
    Liberia: Cari Scientist Accuses DG Karnuah of Defying Ombudsman Order, Illegal Dismissal - Management Rejects Claim

    Dr. Nykoi Jomah, a senior researcher at Liberia's Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), accuses the institution's leadership of ignoring Ombudsman directives, unlawfully dismissing him, and withholding five months of his salary. CARI management has rejected these claims.

  • POLITICSJun 29 · 11:13 UTCSCMP CHINA
    ‘Deficiencies’ in maintenance, repairs at Hong Kong parks mar visitor experience

    The Hong Kong ombudsman reported deficiencies in maintenance and repairs at country parks, impacting public safety and visitor experiences. The Office of the Ombudsman recommended 42 changes to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department, all of which were accepted.

  • POLITICSMay 28 · 09:37 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Philippine senator ‘Jinggoy’ Estrada faces arrest on corruption charges

    Philippine Senator Jose 'Jinggoy' Estrada, son of former president, faces arrest on corruption charges after being indicted for plunder and violating anti-corruption laws. He allegedly received 573 million pesos (US$9.3 million) in kickbacks from an infrastructure scandal linked to economic slowdown and eroded investor confidence.