MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has accepted the resignation of Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan effective September 1, 2025.

In his resignation letter, Bonoan expressed support for the President’s call for accountability, transparency, and reform within the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

To lead the agency, Marcos appointed Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon as the new DPWH chief. Dizon has been tasked to conduct a full organizational sweep of the department and ensure that public funds are used solely for infrastructure that “truly protects and benefits the Filipino people.”

To guarantee uninterrupted service delivery at the Department of Transportation (DOTr), the President designated Atty. Giovanni Z. Lopez as Acting Secretary. Lopez was sworn in as Undersecretary for Administration, Finance, and Procurement in February 2025. He previously served as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Secretary from 2020 to 2022 and held senior positions overseeing railway, aviation, and maritime infrastructure projects.

As Acting Secretary, Lopez will continue initiatives started under Dizon’s leadership, particularly in advancing transport modernization and supporting projects that prioritize commuter safety, efficiency, and seamless delivery.

The President also established an Independent Commission to Investigate Flood Control Anomalies, which will review projects, identify irregularities, and recommend accountability measures to strengthen public trust in infrastructure spending.

The Palace said these decisions reflect the administration’s resolve to clean up corruption, strengthen institutions, and deliver honest and effective public service under the Bagong Pilipinas governance agenda.