For months, many overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have been posting online about the issues surrounding Zaldy Co and the alleged flood control anomalies. These posts were public, viral, and widely shared on Facebook — yet there was no official government response.
But now, after Zaldy Co released strong statements against the Marcos administration about the flood control scams, the government suddenly responded and took action.(ads1)
This raises the big question: Why only now?
Lack of Response When OFWs Spoke Up
OFWs are among the most active and engaged groups online. They constantly share updates, concerns, and public service information for their families in the Philippines. Despite this, several OFW posts raising questions about flood control funds and unexplained projects were ignored.
Some OFWs even said that when they posted about Zaldy Co in the past, they were dismissed as “AI-generated posts” or labeled as misinformation. No official agency addressed the concerns.
This silence brought frustration among overseas workers who simply wanted transparency.
Sudden Government Action After Zaldy Co’s Statements
However, everything changed the moment Zaldy Co spoke publicly against the administration regarding the flood control scandal.
After his statements went viral, government officials immediately issued comments, released clarifications, and began responding to media inquiries.
This shift made many ask:
Why were OFW voices ignored before?
Why do officials act only when political personalities speak?(ads2)
Is public service reactive instead of proactive?
OFWs Deserve Better Acknowledgment
OFWs contribute billions to the Philippine economy. They are taxpayers, breadwinners, and vital to the nation’s economy. Their concerns should never be overlooked or dismissed.
The sudden difference in treatment highlights a deeper issue:
public institutions tend to respond faster to politicians, not the people.
This incident proves that citizen voices — especially OFWs — must be given equal weight, especially on issues involving national funds and public safety.
Call for Transparency and Consistency
Filipinos expect clarity from the government regarding the flood control funds, projects, and alleged irregularities. Whether the concern comes from a politician or an OFW, the response should be the same: transparent, timely, and accountable.
Ignoring OFWs’ early warnings and only reacting when a political figure speaks sends the wrong message.
Conclusion
OFWs were raising concerns long before Zaldy Co made his public statements. Their voices mattered then, and they matter now. The government must ensure that all citizens — especially those working abroad — receive fair attention and immediate response when they raise issues that affect national interest.
