NBI to Subpoena Phisgoc Officials Over SEA Games Probe

New Clark City Sports Complex at Center of Controversy

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The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will subpoena officials of the Philippine Southeast Asian Games Organizing Committee (Phisgoc) in connection with the bureau’s probe into the alleged funding irregularities of a sports complex built in New Clark City, Tarlac, which was used in the 2019 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. In an interview, NBI Director Melvin Matibag said among those that will be subpoenaed are former Phisgoc President Alan Lee, Chairman Ramon Suzara, and other officials who were part of the 2019 SEA Games organizing committee.

Phisgoc 2019 officials are set to face subpoenas from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), as the agency conducts a probe into the alleged funding irregularities of the New Clark City sports complex. The complex, built at a cost of P35.4 billion, was used for the 2019 SEA Games, which were held in the Philippines. Matibag stated that the move aims to shed light on the alleged misuse of funds for the games, which were marred by several controversies.

The New Clark City sports complex was one of the major projects built for the 2019 SEA Games. The complex, which includes a sports arena, a football stadium, and other facilities, was built at a cost of P35.4 billion. The project was funded by the Philippine government, with a portion of the funds coming from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).

Phisgoc President Alan Lee, who was part of the organizing committee for the 2019 SEA Games, is one of those who will be subpoenaed by the NBI. Lee has been embroiled in several controversies, including allegations of corruption and mismanagement. Matibag stated that the subpoena is a necessary step in the probe, and that the NBI will do its best to shed light on the alleged irregularities.

The move by the NBI is seen as a significant development in the probe, which has been ongoing for several months. The agency has been investigating several irregularities, including the alleged misuse of funds for the 2019 SEA Games. Matibag stated that the NBI will do its best to ensure that those responsible for the alleged irregularities are held accountable.