In a surprising twist of bureaucratic incompetence, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has finally mustered the energy to acknowledge the glaring violation of environmental laws by a resort conveniently nestled beside the majestic Chocolate Hills of Bohol. 

As the internet explodes with outrage, DENR’s belated statement serves as a futile attempt at damage control, reminiscent of a janitor mopping up a spilled milkshake after the cow has bolted the barn. One can’t help but wonder, did the DENR misplace its magnifying glass or were they too preoccupied playing hide-and-seek with their responsibilities? 

The sight of a towering resort being built amidst nature’s marvels begs the philosophical query: which came first, the chicken or the egg?

It’s a tragicomedy of errors, showcasing the efficiency of government agencies in promptly turning a blind eye, perhaps conveniently blinded by the allure of undisclosed party favors.