Mayor Michael Rama of Cebu City has asked Malacañang to suspend Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia in connection with the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project.
CEBU CITY , Philippines — Mayor Michael Rama of Cebu City has asked Malacañang to suspend Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia in connection with the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit project.He said Garcia committed abuse of authority, oppression and grave misconduct as well as graft and violation of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees when she issued a memorandum to stop civil works on the bus project.
The camp of Garcia, meanwhile, said the memorandum of the governor was “an act as a steward of the properties of Cebu province.” Villa cited Garcia’s memorandum dated Feb. 27 on possible violations of law, noting that the project is within the buffer zone of the provincial capitol building, which is considered a national historical landmark.
Garcia had earlier said the capitol building is entitled to “priority protection from modification or demolition resulting from all government projects.”Kojie.san sun care line provides protection from harmful rays at all times and placesJoin the race: US Mega Millions jackpot soars toward $1 billionPipol, be heard! 5th VP Choice Awards voting mechanics are out now!
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