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TWO reelectionist senators expressed reservations yesterday to hasten the administration’s continuing push to convert the country into a federal form of government. Sen. Joseph Victor Ejercito said that based on the existing proposal pushed forward by the Consultative Committee (ConCom), only three regions in the country could sustain under a federal system. “Huwag tayong magmadali. We need to study the version as recommended by ConCom. We cannot afford to make a mistake,” Ejercito said. Even Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri is wary on the proposal. Zubiri, who hails from Bukidnon, estimated that his home province could not sustain in the long run a federal system under the present proposal. “We need to study it carefully. We need to study on how each federal state must See NEEDS, page 11

Reelectionist Senators JV Ejercito (right) and Juan Miguel Zubiri (left) jointly hold a press conference in Cagayan de Oro City Friday. They are the keynote speakers of the Mindanao-wide convention of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) here. photo by gerry lee gorit

ASF not Gingoog mayor to constagious focus on health in 2019 to humans, By GERRY LEE GORIT Correspondent

GINGOOG City Mayor Marie Guingona’s administration will focus more on the delivery of health services at the household level for this year. In an interview, Guingona reported that she will strengthen the health centers in all the 79 barangays in the city. Gingoog City Mayor Marie Guingona reminisces the time “All health centers are when she was chief of staff of her father, then Sen. Teofisto stocked with the basic mediGuingona, handing out outreaches to constituents such cines and supplies and are as this child all over the country. photo by gerry lee gorit manned by very capable

nursing staff,” she said. Guingona said the health of each of her constituents in Gingoog City is her primary concern. The city government also has a total of five ambulances that are readily available 24 hours daily in case of any contingency. Apart from these, City Hall is also aiming to snatch the prestigious National Nutrition Award. “We do this effort not because of the award but because this is right and just

for our malnourished children whose lives could have been worsened if the City Nutrition Council movers have not performed their tasks efficiently and effectively,” Guingona continued. It was learned that the National Nutrition Council had already initially surveyed the nutritional statistics of the constituents of Gingoog City last December and Guingona is optimistic about the expected results. Gingoog City has been See FOCUS, page 11

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CAGAYAN de Oro City--An official of the National Meat Inspection Service NMIS in Region 10 (NMIS-10) said the public not worry about African Swine Fever (ASF). Dr. Angelita Barcelona, NMIS-10 technical director, explained that the ASF virus is not contagious to humans. However, officials of the different bureaus of the Department of Agriculture See SAYS, page 11

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Literacy program brings livelihood support for Marawi IDPs MARAWI CIT Y -- To empower the internally displaced persons (IDPs) of this city, the Magbassa Kita Foundation Inc. (MKFI) in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has embarked on a project dubbed “Literacy for Peace and Development Projects (LIPAD), pushing for adult literacy and culture-based productivity enhancement. LIPAD provides for functional literacy skills needed by non-literate IDPs to encourage them to participate in socio-political decision-making, including electoral processes, and engagement in development programs. Amina Rasul-Bernado, MKFI trustee and President of Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy (PCID), explained that MKFI pursues adult literacy program in the transitional sites together with DTI as part of its Marawi rehabilitation efforts to provide sustainable business and livelihood assistance for the conflict victims.

“MKFI also develops other products using the beadwork of the IDPS such as tote bags. For this, we have a partnership with an NGO that works with trafficked women,” Rasul said. “The Marawi IDPs do the beadwork which the NGO will sew on the tote bags,” she added. The project also aims to reverse recent declines in income-based inequalities caused by the Marawi Siege. It allows adult non-literates to use their newly acquired literacy and numeracy skills to improve economic, income and livelihood opportunities. Rasul also emphasized that the project would capacitate human resources for the Maranao refugees to alleviate poverty and promote inclusive growth based on Maranao culture and arts. DTI provides support by giving the beneficiaries the materials they needed to include product design and marketing support, and by organizing the IDP beaders into cooperatives. Since October 2018,

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- Solons pushed for a thorough study of the proposed e-relas in Cagayan de Oro. The city council committee on public utilities had referred the proposal to the Roads and Traffic Administration (RTA) for study. The

RTA was tasked to conduct separate discussions with the proponent, Prima Electric Vehicle Company, and the Motorela Federation Officers to come up with an understandig on how to operate the “e-rela.” The e-rela runs through

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Women beneficiaries weaving beads as part of the project implementation. (MKFI)

about 209 LIPAD beneficiaries from four identified evacuation centers have completed the literacy programs. MKFI and DTI also organized Artisan Village MArawi exhibits in partnership with Folded&Hung company to help Marawi IDPs market their products. DTI is the lead agency of the Task Force Bangon Marawi’s Sub-committee on Business and Livelihood. A beneficiary of Literacy for Peace and Development Projects (LIPAD)shows her bead (Lade Kabagani/PIA ICCC) weaving product. (MKFI)

Proposal for rela, sikad modernization under study

a stored power source from routes in consonance and shall be distributed equally a color-coding scheme the available alternating harmony with the existing to the five zones of existing It was recommended that current. If fully charged, its motorela routes. These units motorela associations under See STUDY, page 7 maximum operation would last from 12 to 16 hours According to the RTA, the Prima Electric Vehicles Company shall provide 10 units that will ply different

Visual arts exhibit set in Oro CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- All is set for the conduct of visual arts exhibit dubbed “Panagtagbo2” in Cagayan de Oro this February. The activity would highlight artists from Bohol, Dumaguete and Cagayan de Oro. It will take place on February 11 until 25,2019 at the 2nd level East Con-

course of Limketkai Mall. This is in line with the celebration of National Arts Month aims to unite and exchange artistic creations in the island of Visayas and Mindanao and promote closer relationship between the two islands. Panatagbo2 will feature an Art Exhibit, Artist Talks and Symposium, On the

Spot Painting Contest and Free Art Workshop for the marginalized sector. Councilor George S. Goking, chair of the City Council committee on trade and commerce, said this is a big affair that will encourage the people to promote and improve their talents, especially in arts. (SP/APD)

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Dads OK MOU with DOH for completion of JRBGH THROUGH an ordinance, the 18th City Council during its regular session, Monday, January 14, presided over by Vice Mayor Raineir Joaquin V. Uy authorized City Mayor Oscar Moreno to enter into and sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Health (DOH-10). The MOU covers the implementation of the Health Facility Enhancement Program 2018 (HFEP 2018). The approved budget for the program amounting to P198 million will be used for the completion of the J.R. Borja General Hospital (JRBGH) level 1. The project includes the construction of a conference room, medical records room, nurse dormitory and basic health facilities; completion of north-wing building 4-storey (3rd to 4th only) and renovation of the southwing building (ground floor to 4th floor). HFEP also covers the construction of a dietary and kitchen, OPD, pharmacy, drug supply room, canteen and additional

service wards; construction of waiting area, public toilets and elevator, among other projects. Under the MOU, the DOH-10 shall provide financial support and implement infrastructure project through HFEP 2018 in upgrading of health facilities; ensure availability of approved Detailed Architecture and Engineering Designs, Program of Works and detailed estimates to be used in the processing of building permits by the recipients. DOH shall also implement the HFEP 2018 projects according to the guidelines set by the DOH Central Office, among others. For its part, the city-

owned JRBGH shall process and apply for the application of building permit, occupancy permits including payments; process the issuance of Permit to Construct (PTC) and other necessary requirements for infrastructure projects; and provide temporary facility for the health personnel if necessary and accept the inconvenience of the workplace during the construction. The legislation was reviewed and endorsed by the committees on health and sanitation and health insurance and on laws and rules chaired by Councilors Maria Lourdes S. Gaane and Ian Mark Q. Nacaya, respectively. (SP/JBD)

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Army, NPA clash in Iligan; 100 families flee By DIVINA SUSON Correspondent

ILIGAN CITY -- Some 100 families fled their residences in Sitio Bukana, Barangay Mainit, this city, after members of the Philippine Army under the Bravo Company, 51st Infantry Battalion clashed with members of the New People’s Army (NPA) on Tuesday morning. Brig. Gen. Thomas Sedano, commander of the 2nd Mechanized Brigade (2MIB), however, said that some families returned after the 45-minute firefight. “We advised them not to go down to Iligan City (proper). We ensured them of their safety. We have driven the NPA away from the residential area. We put primacy on the safety

of civilians during combat operations,” Sedano said. The village of Mainit is about 30 km. away from Iligan City proper, and near the boundary of Manticao town in the province of Misamis Oriental. Reports from the 2MIB said government troops were conducting combat clearing operations when they encountered some 30 NPA members at about 7 a.m. While there was no casualty on the side of the Philippine Army, Sedano said there were reports saying some rebels were wounded. “Residents in the area reported that they saw some wounded armed men being carried by their comrades as they withdrew,” he said.

CHECKPOINT. Members of the Iligan City Police Office and the 51st Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army, intensify their checkpoints after the encounter between government troops and the New People’s Army in Barangay Mainit, Iligan City, Tuesday morning (January 15). Photos by Divina M. Suson

“We continue pursuing them until they will surrender and or be driven away from the residential area.” The skirmish prompted the Iligan City Police Office,

in coordination with the military, to heighten their security measures, especially on checkpoint areas. A scheduled mass at the barracks of the soldiers in

Barangay Digkilaan, supposedly to celebrate the feast of Sto. Niño on that day, was cancelled, according to resident Marvic Manait. The cancellation was

made a day before soldiers and militiamen were advised to be vigilant due to the declaration of a red alert status from the higher See CLASH, page 11

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‘Fake’ photo of Duterte, endorsing Lim goes viral THE Cagayanons frowned over the alleged endorsement by President Rodrigo Duterte of Yan Lam “Alam” Lim’s candidacy for the Second Congressional District of Cagayan De Oro City. Don’t be deceived, the photo posted in Yan Lam “Alam” Lim profile was, actually, a life size photo of Duterte made of “wax” or “cartoon.” In the absence of the President’s physical presence, any supporter could simply get near and asked someone to take a picture. Presto! The outcome of the photo with President Duterte is like the real ones. Duterte has the same kind of picture cum life size in the gate of his residential

house in Davao City. Many supporters and their families visit there and took pictures. Once, the CYNOSURE was led to believe that the photo ops were real until a friend said it was not. It is for this reason that the people in Cagayan de Oro has reacted negatively to the photo posted by Alam Lim with the President purportedly raising his hand endorse his candidacy. Instead of getting support, Lim ended like an old charlatan who peddle counterfeit goods at the flea market. Ridiculous. For others, the fake photo has shown the true color of Lim’s character. “It is unfortunate that Lim’s dubious

character is manifested this early,” said of those who saw the fake photo. “Well, the people now know whether the candidate could be trusted or simply playing games with the voters,” a reply was overheard. Anyway, whether Lim was kidding in posting his fake photo with President Duterte, it is up to the observers to comment. The CYNOSURE could not but laugh about Lim’s trying hard efforts to be identified with Duterte. Perhaps, Lim is sending a strong message that he is close to the President and that he deserved an endorsement. While there were rumors

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that Lim’s wife is related to the wife of one of the close associates of Bong Go, the Special Assistant to the President (SAP), Davao City Mayor Sarah Duterte did not know Lim. In fact, when Sarah visited Cagayan De Oro last year, she only knew of Mayor “Dongkoy” Emano as the City Mayor of Cagayan De Oro. When asked about Alam Lim, Sarah retorted: “Who he is?” No wonder, Lim wants to be identified with the Dutertes’. What Lim has done in the posting the fake See PHOTO, page 5

Letters from Davao

De Lima’s glass detention cell SENATOR Leila de Lima is a marvel. Despite her being confined in a detention cell for charges involving drug-related issues she gets an enviable media mileage which other legislators can only salivate for. Not even ex-Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, who was illegally detained, had the same luxury. She was held incommunicado on the heels of then Justice Sec. De Lima’s order to bar her departure to seek medical treatment on the flimsy election fraud conjured by devious characters of the Aquino administration. Not contented with that, since GMA was able to file a bail bond, then DOJ Sec. De Lima charged her with plunder, a non-bailable offense, making sure she stays in detention for her role in the

alleged misuse of Philippine Charity Sweepstakes fund. Both cases were dismissed by the Supreme Court. The High Court rebuked the exDOJ Secretary for holding the departure of the ailing ex-President as unconstitutional, and the second for lack of basis. In a radical reversal of fortunes and the dictates of karma, Senator de Lima exchanged places with the former President who is now back in the limelight as House Speaker. Her involvement in drug syndicates makes it non bailable too. For a long while she was in the company of her fellow detainee-senators whom she indicted for plunder but alas, karma is quite harsh on her for she seemed to stay longer in confinement than her cellmates.

Moreover, she has a retinue of media writers who obviously at the drop of a hat would accord her the space and time at her call. She too is not short of supporters from European parliaments who are made to understand that her detention partakes of political harassment and nothing to do with illegal drugs but just maybe on account of her frailty as a woman. Unlike former President Arroyo, however, Senator de Lima enjoys unbridled liberty of expression and she remains to be the darling of the press. Of late, she took a jab at former Special Assistant to the President, Bong Go. She suspects that Bong, who has resigned from his job, is using government money for tarpaulins and billboards

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which she claimed she spotted all over the country. She also suspected that Bong Go’s presence in various media outlets are funded by the government. The indictment is unfair because, as the former SAP would put it, “not a single centavo” from the government is being used by him to extend assistance to the poor and victims of calamities including those in need of medical intervention. He puts it bluntly: “Marami akong mga kaibigan na naniniwala sa aking ipinaglalaban at tumutulong sa See CELL, page 11

Think A Minute

Hard habit to break THINK a minute. Are you in the habit of putting salt on your food? Maybe you have a habit of thinking you’re not smart and that you’ll never succeed in life. Don’t forget, your habits control your life. What we keep doing every day becomes our life! As the saying goes: “Plant your thought and you’ll reap your action. Plant your action and you’ll reap your habit. Plant your habit and you’ll reap your life.” After awhile, our habits become such a part of us that we don’t even notice when we’re doing anything wrong. So we end up doing wrong things naturally, whether it’s lying, cheating and stealing, gossiping

about others, getting drunk, being lazy, or whatever our bad habits are. But the great news is that you can break your bad habits and change your life! You see, just like you learned your old bad habits, you can learn new ones—if you really want to. And, if you get the help and power you need. Did you know that to get to the moon it takes more power for that rocket to lift off and break away from the earth’s pull of gravity than all the power it needs to travel to the moon and back to earth—half a million miles! That’s how strong the earth’s pull of gravity is. You see, our bad habits pull us down like gravity. So breaking and changing

those bad habits is not always easy. But Jesus Christ has the power you need so you finally can lift off and start breaking away from those wrong habits. It’s only then you’ll be free to learn new, good habits, such as always being honest, speaking positively about others, enjoying more time getting close to your family members, always doing your best work on the job, reading the Bible and talking to Jesus every day, and getting involved in a church that teaches the truth from the Bible about Jesus, God the Son. These good habits and many others will enable you to live a happy, successful life. It’s up to you. Remember,

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if you don’t start to change the wrong habits in your life today, your life will likely never change. So when you die, you’ll still be living the way you are right now. Today, why not ask Jesus to forgive you for your old wrong habits and way of living? Then ask Him to give you His power to start living His right, successful way with your new good habits. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Just think a minute.

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Bukidnon province to fête lady mountaineer MALAYBALAY CITY -- The provincial government of Bukidnon will commend mountaineer Carina Dayondon for being the first Filipina to successfully climbed the highest peaks in the world’s seven continents. On Jan. 15, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) of Bukidnon unanimously approved a resolution congratulating and commending Dayondon. The SP will

invite Dayondon to receive the commendation but the date has not been set yet. SP Members Jay Albarece, Marivic Montesclaros and Oliver Owen Garcia authored the resolution. All other SP members are also co-authors. Dayondon is from Don Carlos town in the southern part of Bukidnon. She is the second Filipino to conquer the Seven Summits after

Romi Garduce completed the feat in 2012. She graduated at Xavier University in Cagayan de Oro City and was a member of XU-Ateneo Mountaineering Society. She scaled Mt. Denali in North America in 2006, Mt. Everest in Asia in 2007, Elbrus in Europe in 2013, Kosciuszko in Australia in 2014, Kilimanjaro in Africa in 2015, Aconcagua in South

America in 2018 and Vinson Massif in Antarctica on Dec. 16, 2018. Dayondon holds the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade in the Philippine Coast Guard. (PNA)

Carina Dayondon bears the Philippine flag in one of her conquests reaching the peak. (Photo from Carina Dayondon’s social media post )

REAL POWER

By ARLAN PAUL R. REYES

There are so many challenges of teachers inside and outside the classroom. Some of these problems are teacher-parents conflict, pedagogy, management and even the millennial pupils which they possessed attitude and character which is far different 10 years ago. Many teachers committed suicide because of stress in work and problems

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photo with Duterte simply boomeranged. Pity! However, supporters capit a lize d t he “fa ke” photo of Lim with the President. They spread

related to their profession. But in reality the negative outlook in life came from the way we think. Though become things according to Charles Hannel on his Book entitled “The Master Key System”. We are what we think and say that’s why we should be careful in creating a blueprint of our future in our mind. We are careful in selecting the materials used for the construction of our house but we are careless

enough in using negative thoughts and words that determine our future. Everything in this world with the grace of our Almighty God came from our mind. The created buildings came first from the mind of an architect before it was been constructed. The chairs we are using, the shoes we are wearing and many others conceptualized first from the mind of an individual. We could create a brighter future by thinking positive with faith and commitment

that it will be realized. Problem crises in school may initially be solved by creating positive though in our mind that could trigger positive results in the future. People are longing for power, in order to solve their problems. But bear in mind that we do not need power because we already have real power and that is the power to think given by our creator. Think positive then positive result will be yours.

the photo in their controlled social media and shared the photo to the unsuspecting friends and links. They never think twice that once the photo is found out to be fake, they would be on the losing end. Lim would end

up a laughing stock! Spreading the fake photo shows the frustrations and desperations of Lim’s camp. Spending millions this early, Lim might have realized that while there are voters who could be

deceived, the majority of the Cagayanon voters are still morally upright. Now, Lim is thinking that he is losing the electoral battle even before the election starts. -0- Email comments/reactions: crisguardian@yahoo.com

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Duterte economic program gains early momentum: Diokno TDF rates, bid coverage ratio decline

By KRIS CRISMUNDO

MANILA -- President Rodrigo Duterte gained his momentum early as far as driving the economy forward in the first two years of his term, Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Benjamin Diokno said in a briefing Wednesday. Diokno said the first two years of an administration is usually the adjustment period, wherein economic growth is expected at a modest pace. However, the Duterte administration instead buckled down and proceeded with its economic program at an accelerated pace.

By JOANN VILLANUEVA

MANILA -- Both the rates and bid coverage ratio of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) Term Deposit Facility (TDF) fell across-the-board Wednesday as investors became more cautious over fresh volatilities in the financial market. The rate of the seven-day facility dropped to 5.0638 percent from 5.0706 percent during the auction last January 9. This tenor was oversubscribed at PHP29.739 billion, higher than the PHP20 billion offering but lower than the PHP35.34 billion tenders in last week’s trading. The auction committee made a full award. With the lower bids this week, the tenor’s bid coverage ratio fell to 1.4870 from last week’s 1.7670. The same developments were registered by the other tenors, with the 14-day facility’s interest down to 5.1290 percent from last week’s 5.1530 percent. Its bid coverage ratio went down to 0.8660 from 1.1649 last week. This, after banks submitted a total of PHP17.319 billion worth of bids, lower than the PHP20 billion offering and the PHP23.297 billion tenders last week. Also, the average rate of the 28-day paper declined to 5.1339 percent from last week’s 5.1694 percent. It was offered for PHP10 billion and tenders reached PHP12.720. However, this week’s bids are lower than the previous auction’s PHP14.877 billion. Thus, bid coverage ratio declined to 1.2720 from 1.4877 last week. (PNA)

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STAYING true to its promise of bringing the services closer to the people, Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has opened its 67th branch in Agusan del Sur recently. “Napakalayong lugar ito kaya nga dapat magkaroon ng isang branch doon para mabigyan ng tulong ang ating mga kababayan lalong lalo na sa IMAP (Individual Medical Assistance Program) natin na nanghihingi ng pang-confinement, dialysis, chemo, atbp. It’s the 18th branch in Mindanao, 67th branch nationwide,” announced PCSO General Manager Alexander Balutan. Agusan del Sur is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the Caraga region in Mindanao. Most, at 75 percent of the labor force, are engaged in agriculture and forestry. Rice, corn, and fruits are among the major agricultural crops. Caraga in Mindanao is

one of the poorest regions in the Philippines. It is home to some 500,000 indigenous people (IPs) who are facing development challenges, due to conflict and degradation of their natural resource base. In a data from the 2000 Census of Population and Housing of the National Statistics Office, Agusan del Sur is considered as the most populous province in Caraga region. The population of Agusan del Sur in 2015 census was 7000,653 with a density of 70 inhabitants per square kilometer or 180 inhabitants per square mile. “Doon sa lugar na ‘yun, nag-a-average sila ng 50 patients per day. Kaya tuwangtuwa sila nung nabigyan natin sila ng pondo. Initially, P50,000 a day. Napakalayong lugar! Medyo alanganin pa ‘yung mga lugar na dadaanan. One hour and a half drive from Butuan City and

PCSO General Manager Alexander Balutan leads the ribbon cutting during the opening of the 67th PCSO Branch in Agusan del Sur with Governor Adolph Edward Plaza. photo supplied

five-hour drive to Cagayan de Oro,” said Balutan. “Kaya tuwang-tuwa si Governor [Adolph Edward] Plaza at nakarating tayo

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province: Davao del Sur City/Municipality: Malita

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

Date: December 21, 2018

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. Act No. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that LUIS CUYAN MAYNABAY has filed with this Office a petition for change of first name from “LUISITO” to “LUIS” in the birth certificate of LUISITO CUYAN MAYNABAY who was born on AUGUST 25, 1961 at MALITA, DAVAO DEL SUR and whose parents are NAZARIO BAL MAYNABAY and BONITA DAIPAN CUYAN. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file is written opposition with this Office not later than January 31, 2019.

(Sgd.) TRINIDAD T. BUTARDO Municipal Civil Registrar

doon at napagbigyan ang kanilang kahilingan na magtayo ng branch ng PCSO sa Agusan del Sur. Napunta tayo doon para ihatid per-

RA Form No. 10.1 (LCRO)

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 series of 2012 (II on R.A. 10172), notice is hereby served to the public that Jade Soriano Navaira has filed with this office a petition for correction of entry in his sex from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the certificate of live birth of JADE SORIANO at Matalam, Cotabato and whose parents are Gener Epistola Navaira and Raynamar M. Soriano. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 16 January 2019.

MDN: Jan. 18 & 25, 2019

See GAIN, page 7

PCSO opens 67th branch in AgSur

Republic of the Philippines OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR Matalam, Cotabato Publication Notice RA 10172

“The first two years of the administration of President Duterte registered the highest level of economic growth among post-Marcos administrations, averaging 6.6 percent from the years 2017 and 2018,” said Diokno. He noted that this is stronger compared to the average gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the first two years of former President Benigno Aquino III at 5.2 percent; Arroyo administration at 4.3 percent; Estrada administration at 3.8 percent; Ramos administration at 3.3 percent; and Corazon Aquino’s administration at 5.6 percent.

MDN: Jan. 18 & 25, 2019

(Sgd.) JOSEPHINE A. MARQUEZ Municipal Civil Registrar

Publication Notice R.A. 10172

sonal ‘yung mga tulong ng gobyerno through PCSO kaya malaking pasalamat nila dahil ito ay kailangang See OPENS, page 9

Republic of the Philippines Province of Davao del Sur CITY OF DIGOS OFFICE OF THE CITY CIVIL REGISTRAR

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

January 15, 2019

In Compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No 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 ALEJANDRO M. BADONIO has filed with this Office a petition for correction of entry in the child’s date of birth from “NOV. 10, 1959” TO “OCTOBER 22, 1959” in the Certificate of Live Birth of ALEJANDRO MANOS BADONIO at Digos, Davao and whose parents are Candido M. Badonio and Flaviana Manos. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than February 04, 2019. MDN: Jan. 18 & 25, 2019

(Sgd.) MARISSA C. NEBRADA City Civil Registrar

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the fare matrix of the e-rela shall conform to the existing motorela fare rate. The units shall be allowed to convey passengers at existing loading and unloading zones for motorelas and may join the existing terminal alleys of the latter if available The RTA recommended that 10-units be allowed to operate on a dry-run basis for a period of one year. Councilor Teodulfo E. Lao, chair of the committee, said all motorela associations should be furnished with copies of the RTA’s recommendation to ensure that they are all informed and so that the proposal will be well discussed and studied. (SP)

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The DBM chief attributed the fast economic growth pace during the current administration’s first two years to the robust spending for infrastructure projects under the “Build, Build, Build” Program, as well as its policy of investing heavily in human capital. “It would appear that President Duterte hit the ground running, no adjustment period. He didn’t need the usual adjustment period,” Diokno added. He also mentioned that the current administration was able to create high quality jobs. He cited as examples the two-year average growth rate posted by two key sectors. These are the Industry sector with 7 percent and the Service sector with 7.15 percent -- the strongest since the administration of former President Corazon Aquino. “This is crucial for the Philippine economy to achieve its poverty-reduction goals,” said Diokno. But the DBM chief admitted that the agriculture sector is the “weakest link” of the Duterte administration, averaging at 2.2 percent in 2017 and 2018. “If we are able to grow agriculture by 4 percent, the economic growth target of 7 to 8 percent is very much attainable. This administration intends to work on its weakest link to realize the fullest potential of our sectors, and further drive growth for the people,” he added. “I think we really have to focus now on mechanization. We have to focus on adapting higher quality of seeds, more on irrigation, more demonstration on farms. We have to show

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the farmers that these things really make a difference and maybe he has not done that,” said Diokno. Meanwhile, the DBM reported that the government registered PHP10.7 billion worth of procurement savings in 2018 as a result of the administration’s procurement reforms. Diokno reported that the government awarded a total of 446 contracts last year amounting to PHP175.8 billion. The procurement savings in 2018 was higher compared to the PHP3.74 billion and PHP3.2 billion savings earned in 2016 and 2017, respectively. “In the past decades, one of the bottlenecks of public service delivery has been delays in procurement. Since we assumed office in 2016, we have been keen on introducing more efficient systems in this area,” Diokno said. “So far, I am pleased to say our reforms have been yielding our intended results,” he added. (PNA)

Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) laugh wave hands after they formally get the two units hauling trucks under Agrarian Reform Community Connectivity and Economic Support Services Program (ARCCESS)Project. Also in the photo are DAR Undersecretary Atty. Emily Padilla, DAR Caraga Asst. Regional Director Naylinda Narisma and DAR AgNor Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer Andre B. Atega.supplied photo

THE SECRET TO SUCCESS: THE OVERLOAD PRINCIPLE By DEBORAH BORROMEO-FLORA HT-II Mangalay Elementary School Southwest II District Division of Cagayan de Oro City

James Michael Lafferty stressed that once an individual embraces the overload principle, they are in for a world of success, more than they can ever imagine! But it’s hard work. It’s a difficult, yet conscious, choice. Because we love to be comfortable. We don’t like the overload principle on a visceral level. We like “routine”. We like things as they are. We want improvement on one hand, we want success, but we are often unwilling to pay the price. We want it all. We want to take it easy, be comfortable, and yet have all the success in life! He mentioned four key examples if we embrace the overload principle across our life. Not only in the gym or running on the roads but in all walks of life. 1. The jobs we take 2. The friends we surrounds ourselves with 3.Educational choices and 4. Life Partner. With this article I came to realized that I am a risk taker person and I really want challenge. I always look for something better. In my career in Education as a newly hired teacher last August 24, 2007 I was assigned in the Hinterland, Pigsag-an Elementary School. I accepted the challenge with all my heart. I love my job and applied the overload principle unknowingly. I do more than I can do. I extended my job and services even to the community. I was with them for six years, I witnessed the changes for improvement and success that happened in their lives. I was so

happy with the result of my efforts. I made a difference in their lives. Even if I transferred to other station like Magayad Elementary School, Upper Tignapoloan Elementary School and now in Mangalay Elementary School but the love, friendship, and good relationship with the people remained. Some of my pupils were married to Koreans, Americans, and other Nationality. Some are having job in other countries. So the teachings I inculcated in their mind and heart manifested in their lives. I also see to it that I will be growing professionally and be promoted every 3 years but surely be able to make a difference to the lives of others. I was so blessed it happened, last 2010 I was promoted Teacher- III, 2013 I became School In – charge in my first station, 2014 I was promoted to Head Teacher-I, and last 2017 I was promoted Head Teacher 2. I passed the Principals’ Test 2018 so I am aspiring to be promoted Principal – I. In choosing friends, of course I have a lot of friends but I always go with achievers. Friends who motivate me, encourage me to show the best within me. Friends who push me up. I see to it that I am surrounded with positive people. I tried also to be a blessing to my friends. It must be a give and take relationship. Friendship is not people who act true to your face. It’s about people that remain true behind your back. In choosing for a course in College. My mother wanted me to take commerce but I took B.S. Psychology then when I shifted to Education I

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF SPOUSES ROMEO B. GEMINO AND LUZ N. LOS ANGELES GEMINO

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City CIVIL CASE NO. 2018-001

ROMEO B. GEMINO AND LUZ N. LOS ANGELES GEMINO Petitioners. X - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -/ ORDER Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on March 5, 1987 at Cagayan de Oro, both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal process relative to this case at their residence at Ditucalan, Iligan City and Tipanoy, Iligan City respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for more than two (2) years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on, March 5, 1987 so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on February 15, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 4th day of January 2019.. (SGD) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge MDN: January 11, 18 & 25, 2019

chose an area of concentration which is General Science. I always wanted something new, explore, discover and try new things. I always wanted to have challenges in everything I do because it is so sweet to reap the fruit of success earned through much effort. I’ve been through challenges especially for my aim to be a Cum Laude. I did not fight for it so much because one of my professor will be having a bad reputation after it. Jesus Christ blessed me in other terms I top in Licensure Examination in Teachers. In choosing for a life time partner. I could say that my husband Charlie C. Flora is a God given partner to me. I never regret that I marry him at an early age. Of course, as human beings we have ups and down with our relationship but we tried to improve for the better each day. We had already 30 fruitful years together. He is my best motivator, that I must climb the stairs of success. He supported me all the way. He lifted me up when I’m down, carried me if I can’t make it anymore, and pushed me to be able to reach the top. Therefore, it is really necessary that we will apply the principle of overload to be successful. Accept all the challenges in life and face it with strong heart and much faith in God. Nothing is impossible for those who believe in God. He makes all things beautiful in His time so, just take the challenge and be successful.

IN RE: JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE OF BETWEEN SPOUSES IDRES T. NEGROPRADO AND REANNE L.ENDONILA

CIVIL CASE NO. 201-002

LEARNING THROUGH EXPERIENCE By CORAZON Z. BARTOCES, ESP I

School heads do not stay long in one school. They move from one school to another where their services are most needed in the exigency of the ser vice. These movements bring about experiences which are worthwhile and worth remembering. To be assigned as school heads in the hinterland schools is a challenging yet a very fulfilling one. What school heads experienced in the hinterland is kept in their hearts and mind. It is all part of doing the job, to be of service to others. To one who loves nature, to be assigned in the hinterland is a real treat where one can enjoy the peaceful scenery, fresh

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province: AGUSAN DEL SUR City/Municipality: SAN FRANCISCO NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013 – 1, Guidelines in the implementation of Administrative Order No. 1, Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that JOCEILYN E. AJERO, has filed with this office a petition for correction of entry in SEX from “MALE” to “FEMALE”, in the Certificate of Live Birth of JOCEILYN YANDOG ELLADORA, who was born on MARCH 12, 1979 at San Francisco, Agusan del Sur and whose parents are ERLINDA N. YANDOG & BUENA VENTURA ELLADORA. An person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with the Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur.

ORDER

(SGD) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge MDN: January 11, 18 & 25, 2019

(SGD.) TITA APURA PRADO Municipal Civil Registrar

MDN: Jan 18 & 25, 2019

IDRES T. NEGROPRADO AND REANNE L.ENDONILA Petitioners. X - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -/

Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on JUNE 10, 2011 at Bacolod City, Negros Occidental both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summon and other legal process relative to this case at their residence at Mansilingan Bacolod, Negros Occidental and Block 7 Lot 5, Scions Subdivision, Sta Elena, Iligan City, respectively. That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for Three (3) years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on, JUNE 10, 2011, so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on February 15, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 8th day of January 2019.

air, sight and sounds of farm animals which bring us closer to nature. In addition, the camaraderie shared and experienced is incomparable. Each one treats each other as brothers and sisters or as friends. The hinterland assignment served as training ground especially to the newly designated school heads. So many things are learned there ranging from handling newlyhired teachers to adjusting to the community’s customs and traditions to making sure that teachinglearning process achieved its optimum results to many other things. Indeed, we can learn through experience.

Publication Notice R.A 10172

Republic of the Philippines Province of Davao del Norte CITY OF PANABO -oOoCITY CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

CFN - ________________ CCE- 310- 2018- RA 10172

January 9, 2019

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 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 MERLYNDA PAYOT PALLE has filed with this Office, a Petition for Correction Entry in DATE OF BIRTH from “JULY 25, 1952” to “JULY 19, 1952” in the Certificate of Live Birth of MERLYNDA PAYOT who was born on July 25, 1952 at Poblacion, Panabo, Davao and whose parents are LUCIO PAYOT & AMANDA UNGAB. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later January 31, 2019.

MDN: Jan. 11 & 18, 2019

(Sgd.) DENNIS B. DEVILLERES, LLB City Civil Registrar, Panabo City

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Comelec to test biometric system in DavSur mock polls DAVAO C I T Y - - T he nationwide mock elections mid-term election in May. ducted in Digos City and for the use of the Biometric Commission on Elections on Saturday, January 19, to In Davao Region, the Bansalan in Davao del Sur, Voter Registration System (Comelec) is ready for the test all procedures for the mock polls will be con- which are also the pilot areas (BVRS). Comelec-11 spokesperson Krisna Caballero, said the BVRS is an automatic data capturing of biometric fingerprints, facial feature, and digitized signature. Caballero said the mock polls will test how effective is the system and correct or make adjustments. The poll body has selected at least 100 voters as participants for each pilot area, she added. “It will be the first time that Comelec will use the biometric fingerprints for the upcoming election.

There are other enhancements that Comelec is introducing in its voting system,” Caballero on Wednesday said during the AFP-PNP press corps briefing. Aside from the BVRS, the voting machine will also issue or print receipts for the voters to countercheck the list of candidates they elected. But the receipts will be kept by Comelec to maintain the secrecy of the ballots, Caballero said. Another improvement, she said, is that machines will already read ballots with only 25 percent shading. See TEST, page 11

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kailangan ng mga mamamayan doon,” added Balutan. Most common requests for medical assistance include common illnesses, hospitalization/confinement, dialysis and chemotherapy sessions. Balutan revealed that the building was donated by the local government of Agusan del Sur through Gov. Adolf Edward Plaza. As per Command Operating Budget, the agency is planning to put up four more branches this year. Priority include far-

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flung areas like Saranggani and Dinagat Islands. The agency is also planning to replace old and dilapidated buildings, and put up new ones. 2019 target Earlier, Balutan reported that the agency earned P63.55 billion in 2018, breaching the P60 billion target, but it will not aim higher than that. “Because of the roll-out of STL nationwide and lotto baka mag-plateu na ito. Baka naisagad na natin. Baka this year, hindina gaanong tataas. Ma-maintain lang natin ‘yung P63.55 billion o umangat lang ng konti eh matindi na ‘yun. There

is no possibility na ma-i-angat pa natin ang kakayahan natin. Lakap pa tayo ng pondo through our gaming,” admitted Balutan. In case the revenues hit plateau, Balutan revealed that the agency is currently studying new gaming proposals, explore new market and systems, or try online games to increase revenues. “Meron kaming nakasalang na for approval and testing this year para makita natin ang new market. Eto kasing dati nating gaming, kilala na ito ng ating mga mananaya. Titignan natin kasi may bagong nagpo-propose at iba pang sistema ng gaming

na tinitignan natin na possibility. And also ‘yung computerization o online na pwede nating i-access sa ating mga cellular phones i-o-offer na din para pwede ng tumaya online,” said Balutan. On illegal numbers game, Balutan lamented that ‘peryahan ng bayan’ is still insisting. “Tinatanong ko nga kung saan sila nag-iingreso eh. Kung talagang sinasabi nilang legal sila, saan ba sila nag-iingreso? Ipakita nga nila ang kanilang authority from PCSO? Ang masama nito, ginagamit pa nila ang logo ng PCSO na bawal na bawal sa batas ‘yan,” said Balutan. At present, cases were al-

ready filed on court and the agency has been relentless in conducting raids in response to Lotto and STL operators’ complaints against ‘peryahan ng bayan’. He also warned operators running for government posts that their illegal activities could disqualify them. “‘Wag n’yo ng tangkilikin ‘yan. Marami nang nahuli at napakulong d’yan! ‘Yan na nga ang sinasabi ng ating pangulo, next to war on drugs, is war on illegal gambling, especially now elections is nearing. Saan ba kukuha ‘yung ibang mga kandidato ng pondo kundi d’yan

sa mga illegal numbers game? Baka ‘yung mga operators na kumakandidato eh ma-disqualify kayo d’yan. ‘Yan din ang sinasabi ng ating Department of Interior and Local Government secretary Eduardo Ano na kapag nahuli kayo madi-disqualify kayo sa illegal numbers game na ‘yan!” “Saan ba napupunta ang jueteng funds kung hindi napupunta sa kaban ng gobyerno? Sinong nakikinabang d’yan? Samantalang ‘yung legal numbers game talagang touching the lives, healing the Filipino people. Bukambibig na ‘yan ng ating mamamayan ang PCSO,” he added.

Republic of the Philippines Province of Davao del Sur CITY OF DIGOS

OFFICE OF THE CITY CIVIL REGISTRAR

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province of Cotabato City/Municipality of Makilala

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

In Compliance with Section 5 of R.A. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public the DOROTHY AUSTRIA SUICO has filed with this Office a petition for CHANGE OF FIRST NAME (CFN) from “DOROTEA” to “DOROTHY” in the Birth Certificate of DOROTEA BANZUELA AUSTRIA who was born on Feb. 6, 1961 at San Pablo City, Laguna and whose parents are Tomas Austria and Julita Banzuela. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not late than November 29. 2018.

(SGD) MARISSA C. NEBRADA City Civil Registrar

Publication Notice RA 10172

(SGD) MARISSA C. NEBRADA City Civil Registrar

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

CCE-0001-2019/RA 9048/ RA 10172

Date: 07 JANUARY 2019

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 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 GARRY S. ERMAC has filed with this Office, a correction of entry in date of birth from “MARCH 3, 1985” to “APRIL 3, 1985” in the Certificate of Live Birth of IRENE ERMAC-DELA CRUZ at Makilala, Cotabato and whose parents are Cecilio Ermac and Virginia Magalso. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 22 January 2019.

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

(SGD) GERSON M. MUDANZA II (Signature over printed name of the C/MCR)

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

RA Form No. 10.1 (MCRO)

RA Form No. 10.1 (LCRO)

Republic of the Philippines Province of Davao del Sur Municipality of Santa Cruz

Republic of the Philippines Province: North Cotabato Municipality: Magpet OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR

OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

RA 9048 Date: January 7, 2019 CFN-0001-2019

In compliance with Section 5 of Republic Act No. 9048 and 10172, a notice is hereby served to the public that MARILYN C. REVILLEZA has filed with this Office a petition for change of first name from “BERNANDINO” to “LEONARDO” and petition for correction of clerical error in the child’s date of birth from “AUGUST 28, 1948” to “AUGUST 20, 1948” in the Certificate of Live Birth of BERNANDINO CABARDO who was born on AUGUST 28, 1948 at HAGONOY, SANTA CRUZ, DAVAO and whose parents are JESUS CABARDO and CONCEPTION LATORRE. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 4th day of February 2019.

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 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 AMOR DECO-MARUHOM has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of entry in the child’s sex from “M” to “FEMALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of AMOR DERON DECO at Melilla, Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur and whose parents are OMEN DECO and FATIMA DERON. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 4th day of February 2019.

(SGD) MARIO M. TIZON Municipal Civil Registrar

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

(SGD) MARIO M. TIZON Municipal Civil Registrar

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF LANAO DEL NORTE Municipality of Maigo Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar

(SGD) CHONA M. PROVIDA, MPA Municipal Civil Registrar

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

R. A. 9048 Form No 10.1 (LCRO)

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 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 MA. AVA E. DATA has filed with this Office, a petition for Change of Name from “AVA” to “MA. AVA” in the Certificate of Live Birth of AVA MAYORES ESBER who was born on December 1, 1963 at Magpet, Cotabato and whose parents are Aquiles Gayola Esber and Josefina Balaoro Mayores. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than January 28, 2019.

R. A. 10172 Form No 10.1 (LCRO)

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province; Lanao Del Norte City /Municipality: Iligan City

In compliance with Section 5 of R A No 9048/10172 a notice is hereby served to the public that JANDEL LAPUT CUIZON has filed with this office a petition for CHANGE OF GENDER from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of JANDEL LAPUT CUIZON who was born on May 10, 1983 at HOME MAIGO, LANAO DEL NORTE and whose parents are PABLITO CUIZON and JOCELYN LAPUT. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than __________.

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that NENETTE V. SUSADA has filed with this Office a petition for CHANGE OF FIRST NAME from “ANTONIA” to “NENETTE” in the Certificate live of birth ANTONIA BALERO SUSADA who was born on 12 JUNE, 1967 at Iligan City, Lanao del Norte and whose parents are Demetria E. Valero and Ireneo S. Susada. Any person adversely affected by the said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than January 2019.

In compliance with Section 7 of R.A. 10172, a notice is hereby served to the public that JOY P. NODALO has filed with this Office a petition for Correction of Clerical Error particularly SEX from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the Certificate live of birth JOY PACANA NODALO who was born on 27, May 1981 at Iligan City, Lanao del Norte and whose parents are Brenda Pacana and Jimenez Nodalo. Any person adversely affected by the said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than February 2019.

(SGD) BRIZAH J. LIBARDOS Municipal Civil Registrar

(SGD) MARIA PURA C. MASCARINAS City Civil Registrar

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

IN THE MATTER OF JOINT PETITION TO APPROVED AND AND REGISTER of THE DIVORSE SPOUSES TANTE MAGNO GALINTANO AND MERLYN JUMAWAN-GALINTANO

MDN: January 11 & 18, 2019

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City CIVIL CASE NO.2018-117

IN THE MATTER OF JOINT PETITION TO APPROVED AND AND REGISTER of THE DIVORSE SPOUSES SYLDON LO-ONG SAYRE AND NEMS LEYTE MAPAIT

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4TH SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Sharia’ a Judicial District Iligan City CIVIL CASE NO.2018-067

Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on May 6, 1989 at Iligan City both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal process relative to this case at their residents at Fuentes Iligan City and Steel Maker Village,Baraas , Iligan City, respectively ; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for thirteen (13) years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board , thereby , executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation , they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on May 6, 1989 , so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on December 14, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 16th day of November, 2018

SYLDON LO-ONG SAYRE AND NEMS LEYTE MAPAIT Petitioners. X - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -/ ORDER Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on January 30, 2011 at Iligan City both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal process relative to this case at their residents at Sabayle st.Iligan City and Purok 2, Takub, Kauswagan Lanao Del Norte respectively ; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for three (3 ) years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board , thereby , executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation , they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on January 30, 2011 , so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on December 3 , 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 3th day of November, 2018

(SGD) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

TANTE MAGNO GALINTANO AND MERLYN JUMAWAN-GALINTANO Petitioners. X - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -/ ORDER

MDN: January 4, 11 & 18, 2019

(SGD) MARIA PURA C. MASCARINAS City Civil Registrar

IN THE MATTER OF JOINT PETITION TO APPROVED AND CIVIL CASE NO.2018-131 AND REGISTER of THE DIVORSE SPOUSES JOHN MARC MONTEVEROS ELECCION AND ANNA MERLY JANE ABAD PASCUAL-ELECCION, JOHN MARC MONTEVEROS ELECCION AND ANNA MERLY JANE ABAD PASCUAL-ELECCION, Petitioners. X - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -/ ORDER Before this court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on October 18,2010 at Sominot, Zamboanga , Del Sur both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal process relative to this case at their residents at Tipanoy,Iligan City and Labangon Zamboanga del Sur, respectively ; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for four (4 ) years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board , thereby , executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since there separation , they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other, neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on October 18, 2010 , so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them has already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on January 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED Iligan City, Philippines, this 27th day of DECEMBER, 2018 (SGD) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge MDN: January 4, 11 & 18, 2019

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This year’s election will see a total of 3,026,393 registered voters in Davao Region going out to vote. Of the total number of registered voters, 984,604 are in Davao City; 425,586 in Davao del Sur; 182,122 in Davao Occidental; 605,643 in Davao del Norte; 462,942 in Compostela Valley; and, 365,496 in Davao Oriental. Caballero said there will be 19,701 established precincts in the region and 3,777 clustered precincts. Comelec is currently working on the composition of the Board of Election Inspectors, she said. (PNA)

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command. “On the afternoon of Januar y 14, our parish secretary told us that the (CAFGU) Cadre cancelled the fiesta mass because they were on red alert,” Manait said. (PNA)

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be budgeted,” he pointed out. Under ConCom’s proposal, there will be 18 federated regions composed of 16 symmetrical regions – existing regions plus the Negrosanon Federated Region and two assymetrical regions – Bangsamoro and Cordillera. In 2 0 1 8 , Pre s i d e nt Duterte released ConCom’s draft for public feedback to help improve the proposal. But majority of the senators, including Ejercito and Villar, said they will not prioritize talks on federalism after a September Pulse Asia survey found out that only three percent of Filipinos wanted the government to focus on federalism over economic concerns such as inflation.

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the recipient of the Consistent Regional Outstanding Winner on Nutrition award for two years, receiving P300,000 cash award during the first year and P500,000 in the second year. The city is hoping to receive NHA’s P1 million cash award this 2019. Guingona said she is setting aside partisan politics for the moment and would rather continue focusing on public service.

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(DA) in Northern Mindanao have warned that ASF, which has been affecting a number of countries, is not only a human health concern but is also a threat to the Philippine swine industry. Dr. Imer Dante Occeña, veterinarian of DA-10’s Bureau of Animal Industry, said that ASF can cause enormous economic and health losses, although the virus has not yet reached the country. “(This) needs public

awareness kay dako kaayo syag impact sa industry sa baboy (because its impact on the swine industry is big). In fact, it’s worth PHP260 billion (as an industry),” Occeña said during the Talakayan sa PIA (Philippine Information Agency) here. “Given that (this disease has) 100 percent mortality, kung makasulod diri satung nasud sa Pilipinas dako gyud kaayo atung (if it enters Philippines, we will have big) losses in terms of economic scale,” he added. ASF is caused by a virus that affects pigs or other members of the swine family, including wild pigs. According to the World Organization for Animal Health, ASF can be spread by live or dead pigs, including pork products. Its transmission can also occur through contaminated feed and fomites (non-living objects), such as shoes, clothes, vehicles, and knives. It has been reported that there is no approved vaccine against ASF, unlike classical swine fever or “Hog Cholera”, which is caused by a different virus. Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol, earlier this month, ordered a ban on the import of foreign pork products. That is why the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) 10, in collaboration with DA-10, has begun inspecting imported frozen meat products to ensure that all the imported pork meat are ASF-free. DA Memorandum Order No. 22 prohibits the use of catering food wastes/ leftovers from International and Domestic Airport and Seaports as Swine Swill Feed throughout the country, while DA Memorandum Order No. 23 temporarily bans the import of domestic and wild pigs and their products, including pork meat and semen that originate from Latvia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Ukraine and China. These countries have been affected by the virus. (Renee Barrio and Justine Gaabucayan, USTP-CDO Interns/PNA)

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akin na maghatid ng tulong sa ating mga kababayan na nabiktima ng sunog at iba pang trahedya. Hindi ako katulad ni Sen. De Lima na umano’y gumamit ng pundo galing sa mga drug lords para sa kanyang ambisyong politikal.” The senator finds it rather incredible that Bong Go could extend so much assistance to those in need without dipping his hands in government coffers. Leila is rattling mad and confused. She forgot, or is plainly ignorant, that Davao City has institutionalized “Lingap Center” during the term of then Mayor Rodrigo Duterte. Lingap extends help to those in need of various assistance and funds and supplies come from

Friday, January 18, 2019 friends and supporters of the Mayor. A corollary clinic especially for children afflicted by cancer was also established by the Mayor. The point person designated to make these social outreach programs was Bong Go. The Malasakit Centers, which are sprouting all over the country these days, are personally supervised by Bong. Leila might find this incredible but there are benevolent people who support the project because they trust that their contributions will be used for those in need. Bong is now a private person but he continues with his and the President ‘s personal social responsibility’ projects. As to the billboards and tarpaulins, there is no way Bong can stop those. He had repeatedly issued statements for his supporters to take down those tarps. Some complied but others are simply bullheaded knowing that the other candidates from other political parties of varied ideological persuasions are doing the same. So there you are. But you cannot take it away the sympathies and support that Bong is presently enjoying from the masses. He was and still is the action man of President Duterte when it comes to social action programs. In and now out of Malacanang as SAP, the Chief Executive would still insist Bong to be on his side. Bong is the President’s data base and it has been the sworn commitment of the former to serve him through thick and thin till death do the part. That Bong had been dubbed a photo-bomber is undeniable but that would also suggest he holds the singular opportunity to have a personal and intimate tutelage on how government, local or national, is run and how public service is defined and demonstrated. He is putting that into action even now that he is out as SAP. There is lesson to be learned here by detainee de Lima. As the saying goes, “do not throw stones at your neighbors if you are living in a house of glass”. There is much to learn too from the brand of public service that Bong is doing. It will take you away from your predilections that had brought you to where you are today.

A Lumad participant from Iligan City during the visioning workshop for the Bangsamoro in Cagayan de Oro on Nov. 6, 2018. MindaNews file photo by H. Marcos C. Mordeno

Poor governance, security seen as top problems in Bangsamoro POOR--Poor governance resulting in faulty implementation of government programs and security issues are seen as among the leading problems in Moro areas, according to a consolidated report on the visioning workshops for the Bangsamoro. The workshops, facilitated by the UNDP-backed Insider Mediators, aimed to come up with a unified vision for the emerging political entity that will replace the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao once the Bangsamoro Law is ratified in a plebiscite slated on January 21 and February 6. Workshop participants coming from various groups and sectors attributed the problems to graft and corruption, nepotism or favoritism in hiring government workers, and absence of transparency and accountability. “People are being trained to become beggars, e.g. vote-buying during elections. They’re treated as just voters not masses who deserve good governance. Leaders want the people to remain poor for easier control,” one of the groups said. The report cited the lack of agriculture-related infrastructures such as postharvest facilities and farmto-market roads. It also mentioned the lack of water system, electricity, health and other social services, and low-cost housing. For health, it said the

problems include either poor medical services or the absence of it, as well as stunting, diseases and other effects of undernutrition. In one session, the participants recommended that aside from a pre-audit infrastructure projects must undergo a post-audit to ensure that standards and prescriptions are being followed. They noted that “many roads have short lifespans, some lasting only two years.” “Infra projects have failed because the design implemented did not follow the plan. This is caused by ‘cuts’ (unauthorized but tolerated) from the highest to the lowest official involved in them,” they said. Security issues The report cited violent extremism, terrorism and rido (clan feud) as among the leading security problems in the Bangsamoro. Marawi City, capital of Lanao del Sur, sustained heavy damage from bombing sorties by the Philippine military during the five-month siege of Islamic State-inspired militants in 2017. Rehabilitation of the country’s lone Islamic city is yet to start after the groundbreaking ceremony late last year. O t he r p ar t s of t he ARMM and neighboring provinces had experienced bombing incidents using improvised explosive devices staged by suspected terror groups. The report said conflicts also arise due to land

disputes, kidnapping and election-related violence. Advocates of the Bangsamoro Law said that while it could not solve all the problems in the region it would help address the phenomenon of violent extremism. The visioning workshops were held in November last year. The participants came from areas covered by the Bangsamoro and those outside the region with sizeable Moro populations. Lumads or indigenous peoples living in the Bangsamoro were also represented. (H. Marcos C. Mordeno/MindaNews EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS WITH DEED OF SALE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late APOLONIO AGAWIN, who died om December 29, 2009 in the City of Cagayan de Oro, without any will; the said deceased, at the time of his death, left a certain real property covered by Free Patent No. (X-9) 544 situated Lingating, Baungon Bukidnon and more particularly described as follows, to wit; A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 324-B, Cad-10-004722-D- Lot 1134, Pls-173 containing an area of THIRTY FIVE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED FORTY THREE (35,143) square meters; are the subject of EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS WITH DEED OF SALE; made and entered by and between; LEVI D. AGAWIN, of legal age, widow, Filipino citizen and a resident in Zone 5 Bonbon, Cagayan de Oro City; TESSIE A. FERNANDEZ, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and a resident in Zone 5 Bonbon, Cagayan de Oro City; CRIS A. LABITAD, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and a resident of Lingating, Baungon, Bukidnon; JOVI D. AGAWIN, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and a resident in Zone 5 Bonbon, Cagayan de City; GLYNIS LYN A. VERULA, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and a resident in Zone 5 Bonbon, Cagayan de Oro City; LOVELYN A. DY, of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and a resident in Cugman Cagayan de Oro City; NOW THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the sum of THREE FIFTY THOUSAND (P350,000.00) Philippine Currency, to them paid in hand, and receipt thereof is hereby acknowledged by the VENDOR to their full satisfaction, the VENDOR hereby SOLD, TRANSFERRED, CEDED and CONVEYED in a manner that is absolute all their rights and interests of the above-mentioned parcel of land, in favor to SPS MANUEL MANGUBAT and WINNIE MANGUBAT, the VENDEE, their heirs successors in interests, and assigns free from all liens and encumbrances; Under Notary Public of ATTY. EDITH ABUT DOCDOCIL; as per Doc No. 453; Page No. 91; Book No. XIV; Series of 2013. MDN: January 4, 11 & 18, 2019

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Lenovo, Intel kicks off Legion of Champions III 2019 The third edition of the eSports tournament has commenced, with 12 gaming teams from 11 markets in the region competing for glory and the right to Asia’s gaming crown

LENOVO, the world’s leading PC and smart device manufacturer, has announced the kick-off of its Legion of Champions Series III (LoC III) Grand Finals. In partnership with Intel, this eSports competition will bring together over 60 gaming talents from 11 markets across Asia Pacific, as they seek to be crowned 2019’s LoC III champions. This year’s tournament is the biggest one yet, including first-time competitors India, Japan and Korea, in addition to Hong Kong / Macau, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. After multiple elimination

rounds at the local level, in-market winners will face-off in an intense international showdown at Central Plaza Ladprao, Bangkok, from 25 - 27 January 2019. “LoC is a testament to Lenovo’s ongoing commitment to foster Asia’s gaming community. With eSports’ meteoric rise in legitimacy and influence in the region, our initiatives seek to further connect like-minded enthusiasts and empower the next generation of gamers,” said Ken Wong, President, Lenovo Asia Pacific. “Lenovo Legion was designed with gamers’ needs in mind and we will continue to provide the most exciting

and relevant gaming experiences and devices.” “With the rapid growth in eSports and gaming in Asia, Intel continues to support the industry through partnerships with the ecosystem, including global and regional gaming leagues such as Legion of Champions (LoC) with Lenovo, and provide the gaming community with the best-in-class gaming experience powered by Intel technologies,” said George Chacko, Global Account Director for Lenovo, Asia Pacific and Japan. During the previous LoC, which was held last year, the tournament welcomed participation from close to 7,000 gamers and 20,000 on-site attendees. Such events have become crucial and valuable moments for Lenovo to interact with the community and better understand their gaming needs and motivations. The evolution of Lenovo Legion has been driven by feedback from the gaming community itself, with its latest innovations offering purposeful design to match the needs of the modern avid gamer – stylish and sophisticated on the outside, yet savage on the inside,

delivering supreme performance for work and play. “Competitive gaming has become a hallmark in the Asia Pacific region and we are happy to say that the LoC has become a major annual highlight that is wholly anticipated and supported by both gaming organizations and fans alike,” said Michael Ngan, Lenovo Philippines Country General Manager. “We’re proud to be part of our local teams’ eSports journey by providing them a platform to enhance and hone their skills.” ArkAngel, the Philippines’ representative for the LOC Grand Finals Representing the Philippines in the LoC Grand Finals in Bangkok is ArkAngel, composed of Cedrik “Ivalice” Santos, Nickelson “Nickstah” Yanga, Robert Dan “Trebor” Mansilungan, Keefe Jyro “Zensho” Pascual, and Cristhoper Jordan “Raux” Pamintuan. The group topped the grueling fiveround qualifying tournament that saw a total of 98 teams participating. At the end of the tournament, the winning team will walk away with USD$7,000 cash and USD$5,000

worth of Legion Y530 notebooks, while the first and second runnersup will take home USD$3,000 and USD$2,000, respectively. The total combined prize pool of the entire Legion of Champions III tournament is USD$35,000 (approximately P1,900,000) – the largest of any LoC tournament yet.

Spectators can expect to experience the grit and tenacity of the gamers as they band together to seize the championship title. Those who wish to be part of the excitement may also take part in the Rise of Legion walk-in tournaments, LAN party, and cosplay contests. Follow the epic journey at https://www.legionloc.com/.