The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) ordered all local government units (LGUs) to immediately remove the names, images, and other identifying marks of public officials from government-funded projects, programs, activities, and properties.

In a memorandum circular No. 2026-006, the DILG instructed provincial, city, municipal, and barangay officials to ensure that no names, faces, logos, initials, color schemes, slogans, or other symbols associated with public officials appear on project signages, markers, tarpaulins, or similar materials funded by taxpayers.

DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla emphasized that government projects belong to the people and should not be used for personal promotion.

The directive is part of an expanded Anti-“EPAL” Policy that now covers not only infrastructure projects but also government programs, activities, and properties.

The circular references the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees, as well as Commission on Audit rules, which categorize personalized displays as unnecessary expenditures.

Remulla also encouraged citizens to report any politicians who violate the Anti-“EPAL” Policy.