CEBU CITY, Philippines — Relatives of officials here may soon be barred from entering into any contract, transaction, or business with the city government under a proposed ordinance that seeks to tighten safeguards against conflict of interest and corruption. Councilor Harry Eran has proposed the “Cebu City Anti-Nepotism in Government Contracts Ordinance of 2025,” which would disqualify relatives of public officials—up to the fourth civil degree of consanguinity or affinity—from bidding for, securing, or benefiting from any government contract with City Hall. “The existence of contracts between the city government and relatives of public officials creates a clear conflict of […]... Keep on reading: Cebu City pushes stricter anti-nepotism measure