OCD Demands Accountability in Disaster Funds, Calls Corruption a Human Crisis

The Office of Civil Defense demands accountability in disaster funds, asserting that corruption in disaster risk reduction efforts exacerbates the impacts of climate resilience challenges in the Philippines.

• During the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction event at SM Mall of Asia, OCD Assistant Secretary Cesar Idio highlighted the urgent need for transparency in disaster spending.
• Idio warned that the misuse of funds intended for flood and drought relief has turned into a human crisis, undermining efforts toward climate resilience in the Philippines.
• The OCD emphasized that corruption in emergency management programs not only leads to financial losses but also exacerbates recurring disaster impacts on vulnerable communities.