Manila, Aug. 31 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has accepted the resignation of Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan effective Sept. 1, Malacanang announced Sunday.

In his resignation letter, Bonoan expressed support for the administration's push for "accountability, transparency and reform" amid ongoing investigations into anomalous flood control projects.

Marcos appointed Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon as the new DPWH chief, according to a Palace news release.

Dizon has been directed to conduct a full organizational sweep and ensure public funds are used solely for infrastructure that protects and benefits Filipinos.

The day before, the DPWH posted a taped video message of Bonoan, who said giving up his posit...