DICT Secretary Henry Aguda’s resignation has been accepted by Malacañang, according to Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla, who confirmed it during a radio interview on Saturday. This comes after Aguda denied reports of stepping down earlier this week.
On October 7, lawyer Jesus Falcis claimed Aguda submitted a resignation letter to the Presidential Management Staff. The report spread quickly, leading Aguda to issue a statement saying he had not resigned and was still serving as DICT chief.
Remulla’s latest statement changes the picture. He said the Palace has already accepted Aguda’s resignation, making this the first confirmation from a government official that Aguda is leaving his post. Malacañang has yet to release its own formal announcement, but Remulla’s remarks suggest the decision is final.
Aguda’s exit follows backlash from the temporary blocking of Discord in the Philippines. The ban lasted less than a day but drew heavy criticism from gamers, developers, and remote workers.
Civic tech groups also filed petitions questioning the legality of the move. The controversy fueled speculation about Aguda’s future in the department, with names of possible successors already being mentioned.
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For now, the DICT is waiting for Malacañang’s official word. The acceptance of Aguda’s resignation points to a leadership change that could affect ongoing digital projects and government tech initiatives.
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