DICT Undersecretary Jeffrey Ian Dy confirms DICT exit
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The Office of the President has declared the tenure of Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Undersecretary Jeffrey Ian C. Dy expired, “effective immediately.”
Based on a letter signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin addressed to DICT Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda, the letter directed him to inform Dy of the development and to ensure the “proper turnover of all matters, documents, and information relative to Mr. Dy’s office.”
Jeffrey Ian Dy, who previously served as undersecretary for cybersecurity and upskilling, questioned the grounds for his removal, pointing out that he occupies a plantilla position at the department.
“I haven’t talked to anyone from the Office of the Executive Secretary. I don’t know how my tenure has expired since I am holding one of the plantilla positions. Perhaps it is the trust and confidence in me, of the appointing authority, that has expired. Not my tenure,” Dy said.
Despite the sudden development, Dy expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in government.
“I thank the President for giving me the opportunity to serve. I look forward to going back to the private sector. I know in my conscience I served this government, and the Filipino people very well,” he added.
Dy oversaw key programs such as the National Broadband Program and the Free Public Internet Access initiative, with a focus on digital connectivity, cybersecurity, and skills development.
To recall, the newly appointed DICT chief ordered all undersecretaries, assistant secretaries, and directors to submit courtesy resignations—standard procedure in government transitions—to allow him to form a new team.
