Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Bulacan 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara testified before the Sandiganbayan that he did not seek the assistance of former House Speaker Martin Romualdez to facilitate transactions linked to an alleged flood control kickback scheme.

During the court hearing on Tuesday, October 20, Alcantara stated under oath that his dealings regarding the irregular budget allocations were managed directly through local agency networks, bypassed the Office of the Speaker, and required no intervention from Romualdez.

Supporters and allies of Romualdez welcomed the testimony, stating it serves as clear evidence that the former Speaker had no involvement in the anomaly and that the allegations against him lack factual basis. 

The Sandiganbayan is continuing its review of the testimony and evidence presented to determine the full extent of the alleged procurement irregularities within the DPWH district office.