Ramogapi 'disowns' hiked Bonno loans
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 230 Views |
Ramogapi PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Ramogapi said he was unhappy with the increased amounts, stating that he would immediately engage with stakeholders for a review. Several district councils on Friday issued public notices for revised loan amounts for Bonno scheme under D4 scale and below, or equivalent, by the Department of Housing.
According to the notice, a one-bedroom house loan amount has been increased by P132,490.32 from P282,000 to P414,490.32,which is a whooping 32% increment.
When claims of such gravity are made, especially by a sitting Assistant Minister they cannot be brushed aside, delayed, or treated as routine political noise. Even the Ombudsman has confirmed receipt of a report from a political party and a review of these complaints is now underway. That is a necessary first step. But it is only the beginning. The seriousness of the allegations demands urgency, transparency and clarity. The public is entitled to...