State Auditors Flag P279M in Unaccounted Child Care Funds
Philippine state auditors have flagged P278.9 million in fund transfers by the Early Childhood Care and Development Council (ECCDC) to local governments, noting a lack of liquidation reports despite project completion. The findings highlight deficiencies in the agency's oversight of public funds.
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