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HE African Legacy International (ALI) will host a symposium on cultural diplomacy (Culture in Leadership) on June 1-2, 2017 at Marriot Hotel in Rome, Italy.

ALI President and CEO Innocent Ogu said the two-day symposium will focus on providing civic, business, media and government leaders insights on the complexities underlying good governance based on cultural diplomacy to achieve cultural leadership, global understanding

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and building lasting relationships. Globalization has been breaking down borders across continents, culture being the lifeline of governments and civil society in the attainment of good governance and sustainable development, Ogu said. He said the symposium will bring together leaders in the diplomatic corps of various nations and international groups to champion the socioeconomic and socio cultural relations that would positively affect the people of all races regardless of beliefs, traditions, principles and color. Cultural Diplomacy 2017 linkhttp://africanlegacyinternational.com/cullead/ will also

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involve representatives of great cultural heritage of different ethnic groups of the African/ European continents to share new ideas about all aspects of culture, make practical decisions on the challenges at hand and agree on possible solutions, Ogu stressed. The primary goal is to enlist top government functionaries, legislators, diplomats, top business executives, investors, consultants, and all other stakeholders. He explained the objectives of the event which include the strengthening of cultural values and as well give voice to academics and other shareholders that will contribute to the promotion of cultural diplomacy globally.

Ogu also said discussions will focus on length subject matters on how cultural diplomacy can successfully guarantee good governance and leadership and how culture can act as a medium for the interchange of ideas amongst leaders and nations from different cultural backgrounds. The forum will also deal on the effects of culture in education, security, finance, health, agriculture and technology; examine the roles of cultural artifact custodians in Africa, Asia and Europe, and hear from industry leaders from across the continents cultural practices and beyond, he said. African Legacy

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Engr. Innocent Ogu President & CEO African Legacy International

Crime in Normin plummets as anti-illegal drug drive continues By CRIS DIAZ Executive Editor

By CRIS DIAZ Executive Editor

CAGAYAN de Oro City-The Department of Trade and Industr y (DTI) in Northern Mindanao this week warned businessmen against an illegal activity perpetrated by unscrupulous individuals masquerading as Secretary Ramon Lopez who asked money purportedly to help the displaced Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Linda O. Boniao, the DTI regional director, said that her office has received calls from the local businessmen about a certain Ramon Lopez, who introduced himself as the DTI Secretary asking donations for the displaced OFWs. She said that the caller used a mobile phone number to access the personal line of the business tycoon

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April 21, 2017

Pfc Samuel Garay (2nd from R) of the 39th Infantry Battalion are reunited with their wives after the two soldiers were turned over and released to government officials and peace advocates in the hinterlands of Matanao, Davao del Sur on April 19, 2017. Garay and Calocop were abducted by the New People’s Army on February 2, 2017 in Columbio, Sultan Kudarat while they were on their way to Makilala, North Cotabato. MindaNews photo by Manman Dejeto

CAMP Alagar, Cagayan De Oro City--The total quarterly crime volume in Northern Mindanao plummeted as the “Double Barrel Reloaded” gained momentum from January to March 2017, Superintendent Lemuel Gonda, the regional police spokesperson, said Thursday. He said that the police regional command has recorded a total 10,307 crime incident during the first quarter of 2015, which drastically dropped to 6,250 crimes in 2016 during the same period.

and Pfc Samuel Garay, who were captured by the New People’s Army (NPA) in Columbio, Sultan Kudarat, were released to their wives and relatives somewhere in

Matanao, Davao del Sur. Garay’s wife Jessa Mae and Calocop’s wife Normalia wept as they embraced their husbands when they were presented and released to

CAPTIVES NO MORE. Sgt Solaiman Calocop (2nd from left, partly hidden) and

In the January to March 2017 this year, the regional police command registered a total crime volume of 5,780 or a 3.7 percent dropped compared to crime volume registered during the first quarter in 2016, Gonda said. “Overall the total crime volume during the first quarter of 2017 dropped to 32.5 percent compared to the combined total crime volume registered in 2015 and 2016 during the same period,” Gonda said. He said that the decline of the crime volume in 2016 compared to 2015 was attributed to the nationwide “Tokhang” (Knock See drug, page 7

NPA releases 2 Army soldiers in Davao del Sur Army regained their freedom on Wednesday, after almost three months of MATANAO, Davao del Sur- captivity in the hands of -Two non-commissioned communist rebels. officers of the Philippine Sgt Soliman Calocop By Manman Dejeto MindaNews

local government officials. Both sat on the laps of their husbands wiping their tears and then thanked the custodial unit of the See ARMY, page 7

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April 21, 2017

200 young Moro leaders attend Lanao Congress

MARAWI City--The regional government is committed to uplifting the youth across the region, and it is good to see the youth themselves are also committed to taking action,” ARMM Chief-of-Staff and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA-ARMM) regional OIC-Director Rasol Mitmug Jr. said as he addressed more than 200 youth leaders in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur today, April 19. Youth leaders from different organizations across the province were present in the first provincial youth Young Moro leaders. Rasol Mitmug Jr., (right) ARMM Chief of Staff and OIC Director of the Technical Education and Skills Developcongress organized See leaders, page 7

ment Authority (TESDA-ARMM) addresses young Moro leaders during the Lanao Youth Congress in Marawi City on April 19. Photo courtesy of OBYA

DENR chief Pinoy Aquaman swims from Dumaguete to Siquijor MindaNews on Wednesday. apologizes Macarine, 40, a marine

Environment chief Gina Lopez publicly apologized Monday (April 10) for negative feelings her environmental protection and social justice crusade may have caused some people. “I understand and can feel the angst my repartee has had on many and acknowledge that in my effort to impart my perspective, I was inordinately judgmental,” she said in a statement. Lopez released the statement after BusinessWorld said an exchange over mining ensued this week between her and this paper’s reporter Janina Lim who was with a colleague at the time. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ (DENR) See chief, page 6

By Roel Catoto MindaNews

SAN Juan, Siquijor--Endurance swimmer and environmental lawyer Ingemar “Pinoy Aquaman” Macarine did another first in his Dumaguete City to Siquijor swim, breaking his longest personal record in his open-water swimming carrier. Bucking strong currents, Macarine crossed Tañon Strait from Silliman Beach in Dumaguete to Barangay Tambisan in this town covering a total distance of 24.65 kilometers in 11 hours and 21 minutes. Macarine’s swim today is his longest since going into open water swimming sport on December 31, 2013 breaking his longest record during the Visayas-Mindanao swim in 2014 which was 23 kilometers. “We endured strong currents midway and big waves too,” Macarine told

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PINOY AQUAMAN. Lawyer Ingemar “Pinoy Aquaman” Macarine breaks

his personal record by finishing the 24.65-km Dumaguete City-Siquijor swim in 11 hours and 21 minutes on 19 April 2017. MindaNews photo by Roel N. Catoto

Macarine’s average speed is 3 kilometers per hour. He reached 3.5 kilometers in his first hour of swim. The former varsity swimmer of Silliman University

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was in euphoria after he reached the port of Tambisan. Applause and cheers from the crowd greeted the Pinoy Aquaman when

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he set foot on the port’s concrete stairs and raised his hands in triumph. Among the people who cheered him See SWIMS, page 7

Republic of the Philippines City Civil Registrar’s Office City of Davao

CCE-17-2017 R.A. 10172

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION April 19, 2017 CCE-1078-2016

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that Rio A. Dublin has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of clerical error in SEX from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the certificate of live birth of Rio Arrachado Dublin born 26 May 1981 at Pualas, Don Carlos, Bukidnon whose parents are Ceferino M. Dublin and Rosanilia R. Arranchado. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this office not later than 28 April 2017.

In the compliance with the publication requirement and persuant to Section 5 of R.A. Act No. 9048 and OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1, the guidelines in the implementation of Administrative Order No. 1, Series of 2012 (IRR of R.A 10172), notice is hereby served the public that EVERLITA VINTIC CABRERA has filed with this office a petition for correction of Child’s sex from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of RACHEL CABRERA BENTIC born on October 04, 1992 at DAVAO CITY whose parents is ROSALLIE CABRERA BENTIC. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this office not later than May 2, 2017. Issued on 19th day of APRIL, 2017 at Davao City.

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conservation advocate, embarked on his swims to raise awareness on marine environment, climate change and tourism. In this DumagueteSiquijor swim, his 27th open water swim, he is hoping to help in the campaign to urge voters to register. The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has opened voter registration in connection with the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections in October. Macarine himself is the municipal election officer in Tubigon in Bohol. Macarine, who hails from Placer, Surigao del Norte said the swim on Wednesday was the toughest. “I never expected that this would last for more than 10 hours. I was surprised to know that it went through that long,” he said.

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THINK a minute. Have you ever thought to yourself: “I know what I should have done, but I didn’t do it!” How many times have you felt that way? It’s a struggle we all fight—every day! The constant battle between what we know we should do and what we actually do. Between our conscience and how we really live. Why can’t we simply do what we know we should? It’s even what we really want to do in our heart. Our problem? We have a power shortage in our lives—a shortage of will power. We’re like this couple

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Knowledge isn’t your problem; you know what you should do. It’s power that you need! And Jesus has all the power you’ll ever need for whatever you face. His empty grave shouts it loud and clear! He’s got all the power, even over death! And His power is yours—if you’ll ask Him to forgive you and take complete control of every area of your life. Just Think a Minute.

Duterte: ‘I will order invasion of Jolo, if…’

LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… For I hear many whispering, ‘Terror on every side!’ They conspire against me and plot to take my life…” (Psalm 31:13, the Holy Bible). -oooJOLO TO BE INVADED IF…: Invading Jolo to exterEDITORIAL minate terrorist groups in ALLAN M. MEDIANTE the area will be ordered by Editor-in-Chief President Duterte, if security threats to the ASEAN ruel pelone CRIS DIAZ senior officials’ meeting Managing Editor Executive Editor that is being held in Bohol MARK FRANCISCO will require such an invaLifestyle Editor sion. This was clarified by GILBERT Y. CHAO gerry lee gorit the President in his media Motoring Editor Photo Journalist interview in Bohol last Wednesday, April 19, 2017. PAT SAMONTE CHRIS PANGANIBAN Here are excerpts of Regional Editor Caraga Regional Editor-Davao the President’s interview Rene Michael BaÑos uRIEL C. QUILINGUING by media on the matter, Regional Editor Northmin Contributing Editor forwarded to me by Vic AL JACINTO JOE FELICILDA Somintac, the Malacanang Regional Editor-WestMin Editorial Consultant reporter of radio station DZEC, 1062 kHz, and my RODRIGO B. SEVILLA JOE PALABAO co-anchor at “Tambalang Regional Editor-Davao Feature Editor Batas at Somintac”, a commentary show which runs ATTY. MARIO T. JUNI Mondays to Fridays, at 6 NOTARY PUBLIC- JUNI LAW OFFICE am, at DZEC: CELL NO: 09352379999/ (088) 8573595 “President D uter te: CRUZ TAAL ST., CAG. DE ORO CITY “Well, I hope it would not Legal Counsel reach that point where we --------------------------------------------------------------have to choose the last option. Because pagka ganon bureau and mktg staff (if that happens) I will candy macabale - 09161326483 maybe invade Jolo. InvaRIZA O. ARES - 0915-9753-277/0926-2242-653 sion na lang talaga. But MISOR - LOLONG NABONG - 0906-875-8650 maraming ma-disgrasya GINGOOG CITY-MANNY ANSIHAGAN-0936-287-7788

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proud, competitive, jealous, and even hurt the people we want to love. Wives and husbands know that cheating on each other, or their addiction to alcohol is destroying their family. Yet they keep doing it! So is this just the way we humans are? Will we ever have the will power to do what we know we should? You see, this is why Jesus Christ came: to connect us to the power of God, so we can finally have all the will power we need to live up to our potential and live the way we know we should. Jesus came to forgive us so that we could have a right relationship with our Maker.

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whom I know. The husband and wife both are marriage counselors, but they’ve now divorced each other! They’ve counseled hundreds of other married couples, yet they themselves cannot work out their own marriage problems. They know all there is to know about a good marriage relationship, but they can’t do it themselves and follow their own advice. We all know that honesty is the right, best policy. Yet, corruption and dishonesty is everywhere! People know that loving and giving to others is the happiest, best way to live. Yet we still are

diyan civilians, bata (but many will suffer, civilians, children)… But ‘pag naipit na ang bayan (if the country will have no other option), I will order the invasion of Jolo…” -ooo“I WILL GIVE TERRORISTS IN JOLO TOTAL WAR”: The President clarified what he meant by “invasion of Jolo”, which is believed to be the place where members of terrorists groups in Mindanao are headquartered. He said: “Lahat ng Army, lahat ng Navy magpunta doon. Iyan bakbakan na talaga iyan. Kung iyan ang gusto nila, ibibigay ko (All the Army, all the Navy will go there. There will be total war. If that is what they want, I will give it to them)…” Responding to a question of a reporter on the terrorist elements who went to Bohol last week, Duterte said his orders, once an invasion is commenced against Jolo, is to bomb the place. Here are his direct statements: Ang sabi ko lang sa kanila na lahat dito na magpunta na sa bukid, maghanap na (What I told them was that, all of them should look for the terrorist elements in the field)...

“… But anyway I said we are doing our best. The Army is here, the place is secured. We have more than enough officers to fight for one year if need be. So you are safe. But ang atin dito (what we want here) is the interdiction that they must not reach the places… beyond the Mindanao Sea. Dapat doon lang sila (They should be confined there). And we have the capability, ‘yon ang plano naming (that is our plan)…” -oooTERRORISTS WILL BE BLASTED, AND NOT ALLOWED TO SURRENDER: Duterte continued: “… Parang i-tag ka namin sa satellite tapos malaman na namin kung sige ka biyahe (We will be able to tag through satellite if you continue to do your thing). There was a good intelligence report. “Kung makita ka namin, i-tag ka na namin so habang nagbi-biyahe ka my orders to the Navy is kung positive pasabugin na (If we see your movements, you will be tagged, and my orders to the Navy is to blast them). Wala nang surrender, surrender (No more surrenders). Ang sabi ko (What I said was) kanyunin

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(cannon) mo na, wasakin mo (blast them with cannons, destroy them.” The President also disclosed his plans to arm civilians in Bohol to fight the terrorist elements. He said: “ Well, I intend also to arm the civilians and I will include the civilians. ‘Pag nakapatay ka (`If you will be able to kill), you don’t have to worry. You just go to the police and make the report and state your truth. Wala kang problema (you’ll have no proble), I’ll take care of you. I’ll pardon you or whatever…” -oooWATCH “ANG TANGING DAAN”, “KAKAMPI MO ANG BATAS”, AT FB LIVE: Please watch “Ang Tanging Daan”, a roundthe-clock Bible Exposition and prayer session at www. facebook.com/angtangingdaan; and “Kakampi Mo Ang Batas”, a legal counseling and news commentary program at www.facebook. com/kakampimoangbatas. Reactions: 0917 984 24 68, 0918 574 0193, 0977 805 9058. Email: batasmauricio@yahoo.com.

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The Regencia administration on the move

WE are now living in a world where one cannot just rest on one’s past achievement, where one cannot afford to be anything but the best, where one cannot just sit and watch others move forward, and, therefore, under the premises considered, we cannot do anything but change, consciously respond to and actively participate in the changes

at work in the workplace. But if we failed to do so, as we should supposed to do it now, we are abdicating our only opportunity to control our destiny, to give direction to and exert influence on these changes. As we can see before our very own eyes, we can see the destruction and wrinkles of Iligan City attributed as a consequence of the mis-

management of the previous city administrations, but it is now undergoing face-lifting by the Regencia administration. In fact, just recently, he conducted the first “People’s Day” at Barangay Dalipuga after he was released from the dungeon, which his incarceration was only a fabricated accusations by his arch political adversary. He brought with him all the

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City Councilors headed by City Vice Mayor Jemar P. Vera Cruz together with the different department heads. His very purpose in bringing all those city officials was to bring the city government nearer to the people in order See move, page 7

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Reopening Mt. Apo: A decision that refused to listen By Lora Monina P. Arquiza

IF mountains could speak, what would they say? If they had a voice, what is the message? Such is the question that lingered in my thoughts when Mt. Apo was reopened to climbers last April 12. And if Mt. Apo can indeed speak, will we ever listen? I was surprised to learn that the Mt. Apo Natural Park – Protected Area Management Board (MANP-PAMB) passed a resolution last March 23, which lifted the five-year minimum “indefinite closure” of Mt. Apo to trekkers, effective April 12. Naturally, I had plenty of questions about the reasons behind the decision. Why was the reopening too soon (just a year after the forest fire)? Is the current state of Mt. Apo ready for trekkers? Were there consultations done with the Lumads (Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title or CADT holders), ecologists, and other stakeholders? What can the PAMB and the LGUs do this time to make certain they can protect the mountain from the tragic torment that has ravaged more than 100 hectares of its landscape, reduced its flora to ashes, and gutted century-old trees? Citing the new management rules of PAMB, they are limiting the number of trekkers to 50 a day and they are imposing a “no camping policy” at the peak area, which will be included in the Unified Trekking Policy of 2015 and the LGU’s Camp Management Plan. They have also introduced new rates for climbing Mt. Apo which, from P1,500, have been raised to P2,000 minimum standard fee for all entry points. Obviously, this is meant to control the number of climbers. But is this a reasonable solution? Not only is there uncertainty about how these new rules can be “strictly” enforced (and whether it can be sustained), but also there’s the lack of transparency about how local communities would benefit from the

Mt. Apo. MindaNews file photo by Bobby Timonera

together and shed light on the issue by exploring all sides of healthy arguments. Certainly, there are other alternatives to generating income for poor indigenous peoples. The developmental concerns of poor Lumads are worthy of public attention. Their appeal highlights their clear need for stable sources of income. At the end of the day, they must provide for their families and secure the future of their children

like everyone else. But this reality stays unaddressed. Worst, it is appropriated in pompous debates to justify projects that obviously help only a powerful few (i.e., tour operators and LGUs). In the heat of it all, we have forgotten our poor IP brothers and sisters, and their thirst for economic justice. One-sided decisions do not create true progress, but barriers. Unless we genuinely include other perspectives, sound solutions will evade

us. The beleaguered state of Mt. Apo is evidence enough that we need to see ourselves and the world around us in a new and different light. Perhaps if we learn to expand our horizons, we also learn to see that biodiversity conservation and poverty reduction are two sides of the same coin. And this has been proven by numerous studies (Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity, 2010; Bille et al., 2012; Roe et al., 2015). Biodiversity conservation can be a route out of poverty. To hit two birds with one stone, the government and conservationists can work with local communities (and pay them fairly) in the rehabilitation of Mt. Apo. That way, both biodiversity conservation and poverty reduction can be done together. So I ask again: If mountains could speak, what would they say? If they had a voice, what is the message? And if Mt. Apo can indeed speak, will we ever listen? If we’re not careful, history will repeat itself and there’s no one to blame but us. [Lora Monina P. Arquiza is a fourth year BS Architecture student from the University of the Philippines in Mindanao. She is interested in culturally responsive school design for indigenous peoples and wishes to explore this topic as her undergraduate thesis.]

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income. According to Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) 11 Regional Director Ruth Tawantawan, it was the decision of the Lumads to reopen Mt. Apo. Yet the move to lift the trekking ban brought a wave of criticism from environmental advocates. For instance, according to Maylai Santos, executive director of the Ateneo de Davao University’s Ecote-

neo, the grasses were only starting to grow in some parts of the damaged areas during the February 2017 visit by the University of the Philippines Mountaineers. Here, I believe, lies one issue. Was there genuine consultation? Was the decision really “participatory” as claimed? A decision based on consensus is when Lumads, LGUs, biologists, mountaineers, environmentalists, and other stakeholders come

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action against alleged erring mining companies nationwide is among issues Lopez is facing. Mining is also a central issue in Commission on Appointments hearings regarding her possible confirmation as DENR head. According to Business World, Lopez suggested during the exchange that reporters scrutinizing her mining directives - which mining companies and various sectors continue opposing - are “already being bought by greed and selfishness.” Lim denied the allegation, said Business World. Business World said its editor-in-chief Roby Alampay assured the paper is standing by Lim’s dignity and idealism.

“It is unfortunate, and we are dismayed, that a public servant would attack and malign the integrity of a journalist who is simply doing her job,” BusinessWorld also quoted Alampay as saying. Lopez noted despite explaining need for DENR to addressirresponsible mining and its ills, she found Lim’s line of questioning “decidedly technical even if the situation merits some kind of compassion.” The DENR chief said she already recognizes everyone has the right to be what they want to be, however. “I have no right to put them down for whatever so to Janina and everyone, this might have hurt … I apologize deeply,” she said in her statement. Lopez clarified her repartee with Lim isn’t a “judgment on Business World or

the media or journalists.” She noted the repartee isn’t also a judgment on any line of inquiry. “I’m in favor of questioning,” she said. “It’s healthy. That’s how we move forward. It’s when questioning comes from an already closed mind that is counterproductive.” Lopez, a media heiress, assured she has “much sincere affection and respect for economists, journalists and the press.” She urged such parties to “keep the light shining brightly for our country” and help the Philippines GDCE SCHOLARS. The pioneering batch of scholars of the Graduate Diploma in move forward. Cultural Education of Xavier University strikes a pose after their graduation in Cagayan “ There are so many de Oro City. Photo courtesy of Nicco Sanchez. journalists and economists VICE GOVERNOR JOEY G. PELAEZ REwith deep intuitive minds, MINDS THE COMMISSION ON HIGHER objectivity with integrity, EDUCATION (CHED) to include the compassion with vision – students of Bukidnon State University – External Studies Centers (BSU-ESCs) in that kind of standard will the P8.3 Billion budget allocation to provide bring the country forward,” free tuition fees for students enrolled in she said. (PNA) State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) for School Year 2017-2018. BSU-ESCs are part of the poverty reduction program designed to allow poor students to have access to affordable tertiary education. Since BSU-ESCs complement the poverty alleviation and reduction program, it is proper that the students of BSU-ESCs are included in the P8.3 Billion budget allocation to provide free tuition fees. As Chairperson of the Committee on Education, Vice Governor Pelaez believes that CHED will consider this reminder as it will help thousands of families in the remote areas of the province. Last year, the Commission on Higher Education ordered the closure of all BSUESCs including those operating in the Province. It will affect more than 5,000 students who are currently enrolled in BSU-ESCs operating in the Province of Misamis Oriental. Stakeholders are concerned with the future of the students who are willing to pursue college education but cannot afford the cost of living in cities where most of the colleges and universities are situated. The student-leaders of the BSU-ESCs presented the sentiments of the students and stressed that they will be badly affected with the said closure order. The students believed that the BSU-ESCs provided them with hopes and opportunities for a better future.

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to answer or rather help solve the problems of the barangay development initiatives and to help solve the people’s problems in particular in a win-win solution. In so doing, it will start emancipating the many of them from the quagmire of extreme poverty that they are in now. Although, the structure and administrative capacity of the national leadership before was not sufficient to deal with complex problems and demand, as the consequences of political correctness. It is sad to note, however, that the national leadership before failed to carry its responsibility to provide services to those who were to lose in the game of the free market, as well as the responsibility to promulgate policies and implement programs which will attend to the victims of the dark side of globalization. But by the turn of events, the Duterte administration is now moving the Philippines forward to the pinnacle of development, making it great once again, as no other presidents had ever done before. In Iligan City also, the Regencia administration is also moving Iligan City forward to total development in a more aggressive manner than the previous city administrations combined. He wanted to eradicate illegal drug and criminality to the barest if not to totally eradicate it. He also wanted to maintain peace and order in order to convince businessmen to put up their business conglomerate in Iligan City, by upgrading the logistics of the Philippine National Police to promote peace and order, as we can see around the ten (10) patrol cars assigned in the different strategic places in the city to answer any call for emergency. As-a-matter-offact, the City government of Iligan has already approved in the procurement of two (2) armored cars, six (6) high-tech. Machine guns and four (4) sniper rifles. As of now also, the city is negotiating the Department of National Defense that it will be allowed to buy two (2) B-! Helicopters to act as deterrence force for those who do harm the peace and order condition of the City. Besides of all of these, the Regencia administration is also buying all the needed heavy equipment to hasten the implementation of the different infrastructure projects, especially farms to market roads, so that our farmers would be encouraged to produce more farm products to be sold to the market. In fact, the farmers who were victims of the drought will be given corn seedlings soon. Although the Philippines opened its doors to globalization at a time when it was ill-prepared to do so. But the Duterte administration has almost completely solve the

ill effect of globalization. In like manner, the Regencia administration has done its best to solve also the ill effects of globalization by inviting businessmen to do business in Iligan City. It is the role of the government to carry its responsibility to provide services to those who are surely going to lose in the game of the free market, as well as the responsibility to promulgate policies and implement programs which will attend to the victims of the dark side of globalization. Poverty and unemployment are now in the process of eradication, In fact, the employment opportunities in this city are on the rise, and the nightmare of social disintegration is about to be destroyed by the present initiatives of the Regencia administration to move Iligan City forward to the pinnacle of greatness or to be great again soon before his term’s end. With the opening the National Steel Corporation, there will be more employment opportunities not only for the Iliganons, but also for our brothers and sisters in our neighboring towns and cities. With the opening then of the NSC, many upstream and downstream industries will likewise be opened especially so when the proposed shipbuilding will also come to pass. In fact, the re-opening of NSC is as sure as the rising of the sun tomorrow morning. Now the dawning of the greatness of Iligan City is in the offing, though hell should bar its way, therefore, who could stop it now. Let us pray to the Almighty Father that Iligan City will be the recipients of more blessings of heaven and that no blocking walls would undermine or tend to destroy the development and peace and order initiatives of the Regencia administration. God bless Iligan City. (Agree or Disagree. City Information Staff, Office of the City Mayor, City of Iligan).

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NPA Mt. Alip Command for sparing the lives of their loved ones. Calocop and Garay, members of the 39th Infantry Battalion, when they were ‘arrested’ by the NPA in Columbio, Sultan Kudarat on Feb. 2 this year on their way to their headquarters in Makilala, North Cotabato. Their capture came days after the NPA General Command headed by Jorge Madlos alias Ka Oris announced it was withdrawing the unilateral ceasefire it declared when the peace talks with the Philippine government were resumed in August last year. Ka Macario Dilaab, spokesperson of the Mt. Alip Command of the NPA Far South Mindanao Regional Command said they release the two soldiers on humanitarian grounds and

Friday, April 21, 2017 in support to the peace talks between the Philippine Government and the National Democratic Front (NDF). Ka Macario said the NPA would have released their captives earlier had their been a suspension of police and military operations in the area. He said the two were actively engaged in gathering information on the movement of the rebels but showed remorse and thus were spared from punishment. The captives were turned over to Columbio Vice Mayor Edwin Bermudez, South Cotabato Board Member Romulo Solivio and members of the peace advocacy group Sowing the Seeds of Peace represented by Bishop Redeemer Yañez, who facilitated their release. Also present were Davao del Sur provincial administrator and former representative Marc Douglas Cagas who represented his father Gov. Douglas Cagas. Calocop thanked the NPA for releasing them unharmed. Garay, on the other hand, thanked the NPA for letting them return to their respective families. Garay added: “Wala mi nila gipasagdan sulod sa hapit mi mag-tulo ka bulan sa ilaha. Wala gyud mi katilaw ug mga pasakit sa ilaha. Bisan gamayng istorya nga pasakit sa amoa, wala mi nila gihilabtan (They took care of us in the close to three months that we were with them (NPA). They never harmed us. They did not even say words that would hurt us, they never touched us).” Garay’s wife said it was the longest period that she was away from her husband who she said would visit their home in Bislig City, Surigao del Sur at least once a month. “When I learned they were to b e rele as e d I couldn’t sleep. I was just waiting for the moment we were to travel to meet them,” said Jessa Mae, who is five months pregnant with their first child. Ka Macario defended their continuing collection of “revolutionary taxes” as an authority of the revolutionary movement which is similar to the government’s practice of collecting taxes from the people. President Rodrigo Duterte had told the rebels to stop collecting “revolutionary taxes” as a precondition for the resumption of peace talks. The government and the NDF have resumed negotiations after these were terminated in February following allegations of violations of the unilateral ceasefire declared by both sides last year. But in The Netherlands last month, both parties agreed to explore the possibility of a bilateral ceasefire agreement after defining its mechanics and parameters. The fifth round of peace negotiations will take place

in late May, also in The party group, nor individuals Netherlands. (Manman in collecting fees and reachDejeto/MindaNews) ing out to the public regarding the agency’s programs. President Rodrigo from page 1 Duterte appointed Ramon International Media Lopez with the rank of a Services Ltd is an interna- Secretary to head the DTI tional media services agency last June 30, 2016 shortly rendering various media before Duterte assumed consultancy services to cor- the presidency in July 2016. porate bodies, government agencies, NGOs and indifrom page 1 viduals worldwide. and appeal), anti-illegal ALI is registered with the Corporate Affairs Commis- drive, which heightened sion of the Federal Republic when President Rodrigo of Nigeria with registration Duterte assumed the presidency in June 2016. number RC944357. This year, the anti-illegal Since its establishment, it has positioned itself as drug campaign known as a valuable, reliable and “Double Barrel Reloaded,” a patriotic media organiza- precursor of the “Tokhang,” tion poised to project true which was silenced for a Leadership, Good Gover- while, has resumed with nance, Accountability and intensity targeting professionals, government offiStewardship. Ogu, a young and dedi- cials, and high value targets, cated entrepreneur, media Gonda said. “Our assessment point mogul and global business leader, stressed that the out to the link and direct event represents a moment effect of the diminished of international meetings presence of illegal drugs on to exchange ideas among the streets as a result of the cultural institutions, non- intensified anti-illegal drugs governmental organizations, campaign because most of financial operators and the the prevalent crimes then were usually drug related,” academia. According to Ogu, the he said. Gonda identified most of event is a moment of encounter as well between the prevalent crimes as theft, Europe, Africa and Asia to robbery, physical injury, discuss about global sus- domestic violence, rape and tainable development and all forms of abuse – these peace through international cases markedly decreased in crime volume. dialogue. He said that despite the “The participants will have available opportuni- accomplishment, the reties to interact with global gional police command leaders, top government would continue to conduct officials, diplomats, inves- an efficient campaign and tors, CEO’s of reputable advocacy by a implementorganizations, consultants, ing a pro-active approach intercultural disciplines, in the campaign against all forms of criminality in among others” he said. On top of serious discus- coordination with various sions and idea sharing, del- law enforcement agencies egates from all over Africa in the region. and Europe and Asia will be entertained with colorful cultural dances, exhibitions from page 2 and awards. by the Office on the For event participation, partnership, abstracts/ Bangsamoro Youth Affairs proposals and sponsor- (OBYA). During the said ships, contact: African event, the youth had the Legacy International, No. chance to engage each other 6, Road 131, Team One, not only to discuss their NNPC Filling Station, concerns but to come up Gwarimpa Abuja-Nigeria with solutions and propos+2348039707794; email: als both for the local and info@africanlegacyinter- regional government. “It is always good to national.comWebsite:www. see youth leaders express africanlegacyinternational. willingness to serve their communities and fellow Bangsamoros, and our office from page 1 is committed to harnessing with that potential and buildinvestments and known ing a relationship with the owners of established busi- youth sector. The regional nesses in Northern Min- government looks forward danao. to working with you,” said Lopez allegedly called Amir Mawallil, OBYA exthe businessman last Tues- ecutive director. day and requested the busiDiscussions on programs nessman to donate or con- and assistance for out-oftribute an undetermined school youth (OSY) were the amount of money to the highlight of the said event, reportedly held the OFWs. with Mitmug responding to Boniao urges the public, queries as the participants most especially business fielded questions regarding owners, to ignore requests relevant services offered by and asks for confirmation TESDA with the DTI regional or In response, Mitmug provincial offices to find out said that TESDA-ARMM if the request was legitimate. has already gathered OSY She said that the DTI data across the region and never asks for donations in is in the process of verifying any form, nor uses third- and targeting the needs of

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the said youth sub-sector. Meanwhile, OSY and other sectors who may be interested can bring the basic requirements to centers and inquire about the programs offered by TESDA-ARMM. Among other issues tackled during the youth congress were unemployment and underemployment, waste management, and peace and security. “Our people have faced far greater adversities in the past and we have overcome these challenges with youth leaders at the forefront of the struggle. There is a lot expected from the youth and looking at you present here today, I can say that the future holds so much promise. Thank you for reminding us what it was like to be a youth leader again,” Mitmug said as he thanked the youth at the end of the open forum. Also present in the said event were Jehanne Mutin, chairperson of the Regional Commission on Bangsamoro Women, Abdulhamid Alawi, ORG Records Division chief, Dim Radia, administrator of the region’s Cooperative Development Agency, Al-Trekee Dayan, Regional Sports Coordinating Office Director, and Anwar Upahm, ARMMHELPS program manager. (OBYA)

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at Tambisan Port were Comelec-7 Regional Director Atty. Rafael B. Olaño, Siquijor Election Supervisor Atty. Jerome G. Brillantes, Bohol Election Supervisor Eliseo Labaria, and Negros Oriental Election Supervisor Atty. Eddie Aba. In April last year, Macarine swam a 14-km stretch along Tañon Strait, from neighboring Dauin town to Apo Island. Last Sunday, he swam seven km around Britania Islands, a group of islands in San Agustin town in Surigao del Sur. All these were in preparation for his biggest goal this year — to cross the English Channel in midAugust. Just like in his previous open water marathons, Macarine followed the Marathon Swimming Federation Rules and performed solo swimming without floating aid or help from any human or sea vessel. His swimming prowess and endurance amazed several people. “Ordinary people like us can’t do the same like what Macarine did today,” said Dr. Mark Anthony Aranas of Negros Oriental Provincial Hospital who was the head of the medical team for Macarine’s swim on Wednesday. (Roel N. Catoto / MindaNews)

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A woman writes down her resume as she queues while other applicants converge in the background waiting to be interviewed during a job fair held Monday at SM City Cagayan de Oro. photo by mark francisco

ORORAMA held the first quarterly draw of its Bonggang Papremyo Para sa Inyo Year 2 recently. The three winners of one Go Pro Hero 5 unit each were Marlon Cinco of GK SM Canitoan, Estrella Dalis of Consolacion, Cagayan de Oro City and Anjeline Vidal of Cagayan de Oro City. The rest of the 48 consolation prize winners got themselves gift certificates worth P2,000 each. They were Darl Aban, Louie Acido, Saidmen Aluyodan, Tita Amancio, Michelle Amparado, Wilieldelitha Arcamo, Paulina Armecin, Rolando Arsolon, Marissa Babanto, Rommel Baguion, Marjorie Bargayo, Val Dexter Bayron, Marvin Bolanio, Kenneth Jane Bollozos, Wenefreda Filippino, Eden Galdo, Daly Germo, Christalyne Goayan, Lailanie Granada, Faith Javellana, Gaudiosa Las PiĂąa, Vicente Laurente, Michael Jay Legaria, Emily Lora, Lorna Maagad,Adelina Malijo, Angela

Mercadejas, Marites Micabello, Raul Naling, Walter Natural, Michelle Rose Nietes, Erlinda Obra, Mateo Ocor, Evangelyn Olquiza, Ronielyn Omag, Rheomie Opiasa, Vangeline Panganoron, Consorcia Payne, Ivan Pelayo, Nneka May Pilapil, Gina Polon, Mary Ann Rayoso, Jovie

Reposposa, Shiela Robles, Rodelia Tuquib, Odessa Udang, Marvin Villacer and Mercedes Virtudazo. For the second quarter, a computer set with printer and computer table will be given away along with 48 gift certificates worth P2,000 each.

Incoming senior high enrollees of Liceo de Cagayan University take part in the Next Moves month-long summer workshop ongoing every weekday afternoon at Liceo Civic Center in Cagayan de Oro City. photo by mark francisco