Mindanao Daily (June 17-18, 2017)

MINDANAO DAILY T H E P U RV E YO R O F T R U T H , J U S T I C E , A N D D E V E LO P M E N T

Volume VII, No. 023

Website: www.mindanaodailynews.com

Sat-Sun

June 17-18, 2017

P15.00

Editorial: e-mail: mindanaodailynews@gmail.com • Advertising: e-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com Contact: 0917-7121424, 0947-8935776

2

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: 0917-712-1424 • 0947-893-5776 E-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017

Editor: NELSON CONSTANTINO

Guv commends police, military for arrest of Maute bomber

Misamis Oriental governor commended the Martial Law Special Action Group (ML-SAG) for the arrest of Mohammad Noaim Maute alias Abu Jadid on June 15, 2017 at an

apartment in Sta. Cruz, Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City.

Governor Bambi Emano said the arrest of the 22-year-old Maute, an alleged trained bomber, has foiled the Maute Group’s

plan accordingly of sowing terror in Misamis Oriental and in Cagayan de Oro in the wake of the continued clashes in Marawi City.

The governor said he is thankful to President

Rodrigo Duterte for placing Mindanao under Martial Law as an immediate means to address rebellion and terroristic activities in this country’s second largest island.

Republic of the Philippines DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT Regional Office No. 10 Monte Carlo Bldg., RER Phase I Subd., Kauswagan Highway Cagayan de Oro City Telephone No. (088) 857-1930/Fax No. (08822) 72-76-82 NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION FOR ALIEN EMPLOYMENT PERMIT (AEP) Notice given that the following companies/employers have filed with this Regional Office application/s for Alien Employment Permit/s.

“I am optimistic that with continues drive of the military and the police to crackdown terrorists in this embattled island, we will again reclaim peace and order in Mindanao. I am with you (military and police).

The provincial government willing to share its part,” Governor Emano

said.

He urged public to continue supporting the authorities in pursuing lasting peace in Mindanao by refraining from reporting false information through social media and other networking sites, instead report credible and correct information. (PIO/ PIA)

Covered Court Alternative

By Jose L. Ambonglay School Principal I Hinaplanan NHS, Hinaplanan, Claveria, Misamis Oriental

June 16, 2017 SGD. ATTY. JOFFREY M. SUYAO, CESO III Regional Director If you have any information / objection to the above-mentioned application(s), please communicate with the Regional Director.

To avail free job referral, placement and employment guidelines services, visit the nearest Public Employment Services Office (PESO) or log on at www.phil-job.net MDN: June 17, 2017

Republic of the Philippines DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT Regional Office No. 10 Monte Carlo Bldg., RER Phase I Subd., Kauswagan Highway Cagayan de Oro City Telephone No. (088) 857-1930/Fax No. (08822) 72-76-82 NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION FOR ALIEN EMPLOYMENT PERMIT (AEP) Notice given that the following companies/employers have filed with this Regional Office application/s for Alien Employment Permit/s.

June 16, 2017 SGD. ATTY. JOFFREY M. SUYAO, CESO III Regional Director If you have any information / objection to the above-mentioned application(s), please communicate with the Regional Director.

To avail free job referral, placement and employment guidelines services, visit the nearest Public Employment Services Office (PESO) or log on at www.phil-job.net MDN: June 17, 2017

Republic of the Philippines DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT Regional Office No. 10 Monte Carlo Bldg., RER Phase I Subd., Kauswagan Highway Cagayan de Oro City Telephone No. (088) 857-1930/Fax No. (08822) 72-76-82 NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION FOR ALIEN EMPLOYMENT PERMIT (AEP) Notice given that the following companies/employers have filed with this Regional Office application/s for Alien Employment Permit/s.

No covered court? One of the laborious and expensive tasks in preparing for Graduation or Completion Ceremony is the putting up of a tent, locally called as pala-pala or trapal. This temporary structure is usually built by parents, some teachers and even students themselves for 3-5 days but to be used only for 1-2 hours. In some cases, money is needed for the services of carpenters, hauling of bamboos, payment for bamboo and lumbers, purchase of tent, nails, tie wire and other construction materials. So much effort and money are spent on this structure for which the school will only use for a very short time.

But instead of trapal, we can use umbrellas in places where there is no covered court, especially in the rural areas. Simply layout bamboo sticks or lumber in a desired distance and tie umbrellas at the top of these bamboo sticks. The distance shall depend on the angle of the sunlight. The length of bamboo stick shall be uniform at 6 feet or taller depending on the average height of all candidates for completion/graduation. It is recommended that bamboo sticks shall also be uniform in color and strong enough that could not be twisted or bent considering the weight

of the umbrella tied at the top and the strength of the wind.

I had this idea when I was the School Principal of Mat-i NHS (Claveria) in 2015. We had done this for the first time on March 24, 2015 during the last Graduation Exercises of Junior High School (JHS). We did it again on March 31, 2016 during the JHS 1st Recognition Ceremony. When I was transferred to Hinaplanan NHS, I introduced this to the teachers and we did it on April 6, 2017 during the 2nd Recognition Ceremony of Hinaplanan NHS. Mat-i NHS continues to do the same. This is a simple act of ingenuity that I want to share to other public schools, especially those situated in the rural areas. In using umbrellas, less labor is needed because students can do it all by themselves and there is no need for a pahina or parents voluntary services. It is not an expensive undertaking because umbrellas can be provided by students. Bamboo sticks are readily available in rural communities and can be acquired for free, if not, at a minimal cost. Rain is not a big threat because it is not pouring heavily and not frequent at the end of March or April as dry season starts.

June 16, 2017 SGD. ATTY. JOFFREY M. SUYAO, CESO III Regional Director If you have any information / objection to the above-mentioned application(s), please communicate with the Regional Director.

To avail free job referral, placement and employment guidelines services, visit the nearest Public Employment Services Office (PESO) or log on at www.phil-job.net MDN: June 17, 2017

Mat-i NHS (Claveria) Graduation Exercises, March 24, 2015

MINDANAO DAILY BUSINESS | ARTS & CULTURE | HEALTH TRAVEL & TOURISM | PEOPLE | REALTY | EVENTS

GILBERT Y. CHAO - Motoring Editor

motoring

Sat-Sun

3

June 17-18, 2017

Ford Island Conquest to be held in Bicol

The Ford Island Conquest is scheduled to make its next stop at the open parking lot of SM City Naga from June 23-25, 2017.

The Ford Island Conquest is the ultimate test drive

arena for car enthusiasts and interested buyers to experience the Everest, Ranger, and EcoSport. An outdoor course, featuring a water-wading drive-thru, is designed to highlight key features and capabilities of

the Everest and Ranger.

The Ford Island Conquest will also include a Ford showroom, providing a good opportunity for both owners and interested buyers to learn more about after-sales services and cost

of ownership packages.

“We are excited to visit more areas with our Ford Island Conquest this month, giving customers in Marikina and Pampanga the opportunity to test drive a Ford vehicle and

enjoy exclusive offers and privileges,” said Lance Mosley, managing director, Ford Philippines.

The Ford Island Conquest will also offer exciting freebies and exclusive Ford merchandise that is up for

grabs upon registration and participation in various activities.

For more information on the Ford Island Conquest, visit www.ford. com.ph or facebook.com/ FordPhilippines.

Gen S Invasion culminates in San Juan, now bound for Cebu Shell Advance Independence Day Ride Photos by Jason Chao

San Juan and Mandaluyong areas were painted red when the Honda Gen-S Mall Exhibit had its 5th Leg in Greenhills Shopping Center from May 19 to June 12, 2017.

Inspired with the new generation of Filipino Riders who are street smart, stylish and full of substance, the line of Gen-S motorcycles are all designed with a youthful vibe. True to Honda Philippines Inc’s (HPI) commitment to provide fashionable, fun, and young design, Honda also introduced the latest color variant of the AllNew Honda BeAT line-up to add more fun and color

for the excitement of its riders: the Nitric Orange (ISS and Standard), and now the Magenta color in standard type.

The successful run of the Gen-S mall exhibit culminated on June 12, a very important day for Filipinos as we celebrate the Philippine Independence Day; also marked by a jam packed mini concert led by the hottest rising allmale group in the country today, Boyband.PH. The event, which was hosted by Myx VJ Sunny and featured performances by JStar; while radio jock Lala Labandera conducted the test ride skills challenge and games.

Photos by Kit Pilla

The culminating event was opened by the President of HPI, Mr. Daiki Mihara.

Shoppers and mallgoers in V-Mall, Greenhills, experienced close-hand seven distinct motorcycle models belonging to the GEN-S line, including its

Automatic (AT) series – Zoomer X, Click 125, Click 150, and BeAT. Joining the line-up are the Sports model series – the RS150R, the CB150R and the CBR150R. Riders and motorcycle enthusiasts who wanted to See invasion, page 11

Shell Advance celebrated the nation’s Independence Day with a motorcycle group ride to Tagaytay. A brigade of clubs, enthusiasts, celebrities, and members of the media gathered at SM Mall of Asia (MOA) grounds for an enjoyable trip to the cool southern destination.

As the riders converged at one of the most popular landmarks in the tourist tow n , Sky r anch , t h e y witnessed the launch of Shell

Advance Ultra and AX7’s new offering: a complete protection for engine wear that maintains clean pistons for a smoother ride.

With the riders’ bikes filled with Shell Advance motor oil, riders were equipped with the confidence to face different challenges such as rough terrains, pollution, traffic, changing weather conditions, and bike glitches. Now more than See shell, page 11

4

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017

Opinion

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: 0917-712-1424 • 0947-893-5776 E-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com

Speaking Out TThe Mindanao Daily is pubished by MINDANAO DAILY NEWS PUBLISHING CORPORATION. It is Registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with Reg. No. CS201531735. With Business Plate No. 201703518, Under Business License Certificate No. 2017-02949, BIR-TIN No. 464682-324-000. Main Business address at Tanleh Building, Abellanosa St., Brgy. Consolacion, Cagayan de Oro City. Tel. Nos: (088) 856-3344, 0917-7121424, 09478935776, 0917-5183590, 0917-6701544.

E-mails: Advertising:mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com, Editorial: mindanaodailynews@gmail.com DANTE M. SUDARIA Publisher and President TERESA ZAFRA PELONE Comptroller melanie rivera SAIRA E. GUMISING Advertising shyne campaner WEMALYN GARCIA Marketing

ABEGAIL BAYNOSA Asst. Admin felix santillan ZHELONIE SUDARIA Layout Artist Rolando sudaria Production

manila marketing office 9th Flr, Unit 918, CityLand Herrera VA Rufino cor. Valero St. Salcedo Village, Makati City TEL. #: 5555392, Cell No.: 0917-1320164 lani vallido

Marketing and Sales

Manager

MIJIE JUAT MAY IGLECIAS Account Executives

DAVAO MARKETing OFFICE Door 223, Doña Segunda Bldg., CM Recto Ave., Davao City manager-DANNY ABRIGO- 0917-1425549 regional Mktg manager-JOE PALABAO- 0926-8430152 Email: mindanaodailynewsdavao@gmail.com

ILIGAN OFFICE G/F IBJT North Terminal, Tambo, Hinaplanon, Iligan City Office in Charge: SONNY SUDARIA, 0916-349-7422

EDITORIAL ALLAN M. MEDIANTE Editor-in-Chief

ruel pelone Managing Editor

CRIS DIAZ Executive Editor

What to do in case of fire

Images of the burning Resorts World Hotel and the Grenfell Tower (in London) are grim reminders of one of the constant horrors we face today.

In the case of Resorts World, three cabinet members who had a late dinner at the casino hotel just missed becoming part of the statistics by a couple of hours.

As a routine procedure, fire authorities conduct an investigation of such incidents and come up with recommendations to avoid a repeat of the tragedy.

A study of the worst fires in the Philippines reveal that tragedies are aggravated by inadequate fire exits.

Overcrowding in public buildings adds to form a deadly combination.

Both factors, incidentally, were present in the Ozone disco fire in Quezon City which killed 161 teenage party-goers 21 years ago.

At the time of the accident, Ozone, which had a normal capacity of 100 patrons had three times the number of occupants.

Worse, the club’s main door opened inward and was effectively shut close when

Member: ORO CHAMBER Philippine Press Institute

Ignacio Bunye fected premises.

A wet cloth, if available, can be used to cover the mouth to avoid inhaling smoke.

A tip, taught to us when we were boy scouts, was to crawl on all fours in a smoke-filled room to lessen inhalation of the deadly fumes. It might work where there are few people.

Whether that is the practical thing to do where several others are rushing towards the exit is another question.

Monsignor Ernesto Espiridion, retired chaplain of the Bureau of Corrections, once gave me this advice: “The best way is to prepare for emergencies is to prepare yourself spiritually.

Before going to bed, always say your act of contrition.”

“Always be prepared to meet the Lord,” Monsi told me with a wink and a thumbs up.

Note: You may email us at totingbunye2000@ gmail.com. You may also “like” us on Facebook at “Speaking Out”.

Four terror groups in RP unite under ISIS

LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Your rulers are rebels, partners with thieves; they GILBERT Y. CHAO gerry lee gorit all love bribes and chase

Motoring Editor Photo Journalist after gifts…” (Isaiah 1:23,

PAT SAMONTE CHRIS PANGANIBAN the Holy Bible).

Regional Editor Caraga Regional Editor-Caraga

-ooo Rene Michael BaÑos uRIEL C. QUILINGUING I S I S I S WO R L D’ S Regional Editor Northmin Contributing Editor WEALTHIEST GROUP, UN REPORT SAYS: Today,

AL JACINTO JOE FELICILDA let us continue our little Regional Editor-WestMin Editorial Consultant discourse in this column about the still to be quashed

RODRIGO B. SEVILLA JOE PALABAO rebellion and invasion in Regional Editor-Davao Feature Editor Marawi City, perpetrated ATTY. MARIO T. JUNI

by Filipino and foreign terNOTARY PUBLIC- JUNI LAW OFFICE rorists who are now selfCELL NO: 09352379999/ (088) 8573595 professed subjects of the CRUZ TAAL ST., CAG. DE ORO CITY international terror group Legal Counsel called the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The --------------------------------------------------------------candy macabale - 09161326483 RIZA O. ARES - 0915-9753-277/0926-2242-653 MISOR - LOLONG NABONG - 0906-875-8650 GINGOOG CITY-MANNY ANSIHAGAN-0936-287-7788 North Buk. - DAHLIA S. BENEMERITO-0955-150-6602 VALENCIA CITY - PHILIP PHIL CALUMBA-0905-652-5407 MARAMAG - roFINA CUALES - 0926-336-1585 Iligan City - JEFFREY OPONDA-0936-1174378 tangub city - bobby mag usara OROQUIETA CITY - PJ TREMEDAL-0919-3452375 ARMM - Sony Sudaria-0947-4810371 cotabato - ANALISA ESPAÑOLA-0916-9351714 KORONADAL CITY-FREDIE SOLINAP-09557161873 davao - tom a. caballero-09756023684 davao del norte - sarah castor - 09263988293 digos city, - romeo d. sanchez -0907-1905204 davao city - rene s. arias (Photo Journalist) DAVAO del Norte- RUEL LIGONES COMVAL PROVINCE - Rhodel javier- 0975-2331259 butuan - PAT SAMONTE-0912-8091093 san frans - CRIS PANGANIBAN-09277974193 San Francisco - deding PANGANBAN-0927-7974193 Pagadian City - GRACE FRANCISCO -0912-8484037 ZAMBOANGA - AL JACINTO - 09177103642

160-storey Burj Khalifa in Dubai? The Burj Khalifa accommodates 35,000 at any given time.

Whi le browsing on television, I came across this interesting fact. The building’s evacuation plan does not entail exiting from the building during a fire.

Instead, the occupants are supposed to proceed to emergency fire proof shelters which are built every 25 floors. The occupants are supposed to ride out the emergency inside these shelters.

Carpets such was those which adorned Resorts World are very flammable materials and they emit a lot of smoke.

In the case of the fatal Grenfell Tower blaze, fire authorities blamed another culprit for the swift spread of the fire and the deadly volume of smoke - “flammable aluminum composite cladding that lined the exterior concrete walls.”

Aware that just as many die from smoke inhalation as from burns, the DOH has issued these guidelines.

DOH spokesman Eric Tayag said when people see smoke or fire, they should immediately leave the af-

Kakampi Mo Ang Batas

MARK FRANCISCO Lifestyle Editor

bureau and mktg staff

the disco goers tried to get out.

In one factory fire, investigators discovered that exits were closed during work hours to discourage/ prevent pilferage of raw materials.

In a residential fire which killed the daughter of a prominent politician, escape from the second floor was cut off because of iron grills which covered the windows.

One can never be totally prepared for a fire. But here are some suggestions that may help mitigate the effects of a fire.

The most common suggestion is to be aware of the location of fire exits. It is noteworthy to mention that at start of any public function at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, the program host normally announces the location of various exits which could be used in case of emergency. It is also standard procedure now for cinemas to show video clips of proper exit procedures to prevent stampede. Even in planes, flight attendants call attention to the exits nearest the passengers.

But how do you exit from a megatall building like the

actual rebellion in Marawi City is underscored by the clearly modern and sophisticated weapons of the terrorists.

How did the ISIS manage to possess these modern and sophisticated weapons?

Available government and media data tell us that even the United Nations is calling the ISIS as “the world’s wealthiest organization”.

The UN claimed that it has gained so much money after it has conquered territories and, because of this, it became able to buy more modern weaponry and recruit more members.

In a report of the UN

Secretary General dated January 29, 2016, it was revealed that ISIS derives income from operating conquered oil fields, from obtaining protection money from businesses, and profits from black market transactions. The UN said its estimates show that the ISIS raised some US$500 million in 2015 alone.

-ooo FOUR TERROR GROUPS IN RP UNITE UNDER ISIS: Because of this wealth and power of the ISIS, it managed to acquire more territories worldwide, and galvanize more militant action from

Atty. Batas Mauricio

other Islamic groups in the different parts of the globe.

Reports indicate that these Islamic groups were enticed to engage in the commission of heinous crimes in their own regions in the name of ISIS, to gain its recognition and, of course, financial support.

This, apparently, was what happened with the Filipino terror groups and rebels in Mindanao. The See batas, page 11

Think a minute

The Juggler Think a minute…There was a young man who moved from his home in Italy to live in America. He studied juggling and soon became famous all over the world.

Later in his life, after years of success as a juggler and performer, he decided to return home to Italy and retire. He sold almost everything he owned and bought a big, expensive diamond.

Then he boarded the ship for his home in Italy.

One day he was showing a boy on the ship how he could juggle several apples at one time. Soon a crowd

of the passengers gathered around to watch. Then the old juggler got more and more carried away with himself, wanting to impress the crowd. He ran to his room and got his precious diamond. He showed it to the people and explained how the diamond represented his whole life’s work and savings.

Then, to the people’s shock and amazement, he started juggling the diamond! At first, he was careful; but each time he threw the diamond higher and higher. Finally, he told his

audience that he would throw the diamond one last time so high that it would disappear for a few seconds. The people begged the old man not to do it, but he wouldn’t listen. So with the confidence of all his years of experience, the juggler threw the diamond so high into the air that it actually did disappear, before it started falling back down, shining and sparkling in the sunlight. Then, just as he was about to catch the diamond, a huge wave suddenly caused the ship to move and lurch forward,

Jhan Tiafau Hurst

causing the juggler not to catch his diamond, which fell into the ocean and sunk, lost forever.

What a sad story. To risk and lose everything you own and have worked for all your life. Yet some of us are just like that juggler. We’re very confident See hurst, page 11

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: 0917-712-1424 • 0947-893-5776 E-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017

Photo above is from UNIQLO SM East Ortigas last March 31, 2017, Friday.

UNIQLO continues expansion in Mindanao, with first store set to open next month in Cagayan De Oro Manila, Philippines – Japanese global casual apparel retailer, UNIQLO, announces the opening of its new store in Mindanao’s Cagayan De Oro on June 30.

Located at SM CDO Downtown Premier mall, the new store will add over 1,018 sqm of new shopping space, bringing UNIQLO LifeWear shopping experience to even more customers in the Mindanao region.

Speaking of the opening, Katsumi Kubota, Chief Operating Officer, UNIQLO Philippines, said “We are thrilled to open another

store in Mindanao at the SM CDO Downtown Premier.

Mindanao is an important region for us, and the new store means we can bring the UNIQLO LifeWear experience to even more Filipinos.”

As with other UNIQLO stores around the Philippines, the Cagayan De Oro store will showcase the full and colorful line-up of UNIQLO LifeWear: innovative, highquality clothing that is universal in design and comfort and made for everyone, everywhere. The store will also carry collections for

men, women, kids and babies, which include UNIQLO shirts, pants, jeans, dresses and UNIQLO SPORT items.

UNIQLO’s worldfamous proprietary technology collections such as AIRism and HEATTECH will also be available.

For more information, customers can visit the UNIQLO Philippines’ website at www.uniqlo.com/ ph and social media accounts, Facebook (facebook. com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter. com/uniqloph) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ uniqlophofficial).

Cebu Pacific dominates Manila-Sydney route The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) continues to soar high, capturing the lion’s share for both passenger and cargo traffic between Manila and Sydney in the first quarter of 2017. Data from the Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics (BITRE) of Australia showed that CEB carried over 43,512 passengers, representing 42% passenger market share on the Manila-Sydney route, the highest among the three carriers covering this route.

The BITRE report noted that from January to March 2017, passenger traffic between Manila and Sydney totalled 104,446, up seven percent (7%) versus the same period last year.

The growth in passenger traffic was dominated by CEB, which carried 16% more passengers from the 37,640 reported in the first quarter of 2016.

Load factor for CEB for the ManilaSydney route was at an average 78%

for the first three months of 2017.

“We are very pleased to see that the Cebu Pacific effect continues across one of our strongest international markets. Our goal is to make flights affordable, accessible and available to a greater number of travellers.

These numbers do not only showcase the Philippines as a flourishing destination, but it also shows our strong commitment to remain and further stimulate our key market in Australia,” said Candice Iyog, Vice President for Marketing and Distribution of Cebu Pacific.

Aside from the growth in passenger volume, Cebu Pacific also reinforced its leadership in the Manila-Sydney airline cargo service.

CEB flew 1,131 tons of cargo between Manila and Sydney in the first three months of 2017, covering 49% of the total 2,325 tons carried by the three carriers. The growth in CEB’s cargo See dominates, page 11

5

MINDANAO DAILY BUSINESS | ARTS & CULTURE | HEALTH TRAVEL & TOURISM | PEOPLE | REALTY | EVENTS

EDITOR : ALLAN M. MEDIANTE

Sat-Sun

BUSINESS

June 17-18, 2017

6

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: 0917-712-1424 • 0947-893-5776 E-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com

AggieNews

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017

7

Model Farm on Hybrid Rice Production to rise in CMU

T

he joint project of the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office 10 (DA RFO-10) and the Central Mindanao University (CMU)

for the 100 hectaremodel farm - hybrid rice production will soon rise in the said university starting June, this year.

Harmonization of the implementing guidelines of

the project was discussed by the DA management team headed by Regional Technical Director Carmelita T. Bajarla and CMU project implementation team headed by Vice

2nd Reg’l. Agri-Aqua Fair stages in CDO – Beefing up its effort of displaying and promoting ‘commodity winners’ and other products in Northern Mindanao, the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) stages its 2nd Regional Agri-Aqua Fair starting today, June 16 until June 18, 2017 at SM Mall, Mastersons Avenue, Upper Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. Anchored on this year’s theme “Masaganang Agrikultura at Pangisdaan, Masaganang Bansa, a total of 29 exhibitors, consisting of processors, producers, small and medium enteprises, cooperatives, farmers and fisherfolks, and local government units have featured their respective locally grown and processed agri-fishery products, including fruits and vegetables, herbs, coco sugar, coffee, juice, dairy products, processed meat and poultry products, ornamentals, and fertilizers through the conduct of product display and demonstrations, food tasting, selling and business matching. Overall, the activity is geared towards increased sales among exhibitors and strengthening partnerships and linkages among agri-stakeholders. Gracing the opening is CDO Mayor Oscar S. Moreno, DA-RFO 10 headed by Assistant Regional Director Engr.

Roxana H. Hojas and AMAD chief Chedy V. Ansale, exhibitors, guests, buyers and mall goers. # (JLOlson, DA-RFO 10)

School opening SALE

UP TO 50% DISCOUNT ON SELECTED ITEMS

R.E.R. Highway, Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City Telefax. No. (088) 856-5763, Cel. No. 09268376542

WHOLESALE & RETAIL TENZEN CERAMIC TILE IMPORTED CERAMIC TILE IMPORTED GRANITE TILE IMPORTED GRANITE SLAB EUROLUX LIGHTING OSRAM LIGHTING FIREFLY LIGHTING AKARI LIGHTING FOCUS LIGHTING TILE TRIM WASH BASIN PVC MOULDING

ROYALTERN WATERCLOSET HUIDA WATERCLOSET SUNLOT WATERCLOSET SOHO WATERCLOSET ROYU ELECTRICAL DEVICES ANAM ELECTRICAL DEVICES GLASS BLOCK PINLIGHT/CHANDELIER BATHROOM ACCESSORIES CONCRETE PAVERS SHOWER PANEL ABC ZEMCOAT

CONGRATULATIONS

To the New Fraternal Order of Eagles NMR-1 ASSEMBLYMAN

ROYALTERN BATH TUB AEROGAZ WATERHEATER ARISTON WATERHEATER FIRSTANK STAINLESS TANK RONDINA KITCHEN FAUCET RONDINA LAVATORY FAUCET STAINLESS KITCHEN SINK PRETTYDOOR PVC DOOR ABC TILE ADHESIVE ABC TILE GROUT PVC/BRASS STAIRNOSSING DOOR KNOB

President Jupiter Casas.

It was earlier agreed that the project will be implemented in three phases, wherein 30 hectares will be scheduled for

cultivation during the 1st phase and the next two phases will be implemented in the succeeding cropping period.

The project will be launched on June 26, 2017 and the

land preparation activities will then commence.

Different hybrid rice varieties will be planted following the technologies introduced by the Northern Mindanao Agricultural Crops and Livestock Research Complex (NMACLRC) of DA10. The said model farm will also serve as instructional, research and extension for students enrolled in agriculture courses.

The project aims to showcase increased productivity and profitability of hybrid rice production technologies in Northern Mindanao.

Harmonization of the implementing guidelines of the project was conducted with the DA management team headed by Regional Technical Director Carmelita T. Bajarla and the CMU project team headed by Vice President Jupiter Casas at the CMU admin building conference room on June 13, 2017.

8

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: 0917-712-1424 • 0947-893-5776 E-mail: mindanaodaily.ads@gmail.com

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017

Raise up your standard The Gospel of Jesus Christ (June16, 2017-Friday)John 13:2133”When Jesus had said this, He became troubled in spirit, and testified and said, “Truly, truly, I say to you, that one of you will betray Me.” The disciples began looking at one another, at a loss to know of which one He was speaking.

There was reclining on Jesus’ bosom one of His

disciples, whom Jesus loved. So Simon Peter gestured to him, and said to him, “Tell us who it is of whom He is speaking.”

He, leaning back thus on Jesus’ bosom, said to Him, “Lord, who is it?”

Jesus then answered, “That is the one for whom I shall dip the morsel and give it to him: Sometimes we have this attitude of being eager to do a certain thing

but not thinking if you can persevere along the road of your journey in life. You need to see to it if you can finish what you have started to do because if not, you will quit. For Peter, he was lured by his emotion to serve God but not considering the consequences of doing that. You need to decide if you will serve God because adversities are inevitable to come in

your way. You need to maximize your desire to surpass your obstacles.

Do not permit anyone, anything, circumstances and events to hold you backward but allow God to hold you to move forward. When Peter denied Jesus, he regretted for that wrong acts. This is my encouragement to you that whatever sins you have done, that is not the end of the world,

Biblical reflection you have still the time to repent and go back to God. Take note: God never counts your lapses and downfalls but the courage you have made in rising again. Raise up your standard by living in righteousness and holiness in life: Printing paid by: Edith Ranoa Jordan and Crespina Ranoa - Bobong Balino– Cagayan De Oro: # 09187148435: Pray

Bro. Edcel L. Closas for me, my ministry, business and my family: God loves you!!!

50 IPs Complete Indigenous Crafts Livelihood Skills Training

S

ome 50 Matigsalug trainees recently completed a series of skills training conducted

by AboitizPower subsidiary Therma South, Inc. (TSI) and the Aboitiz Foundation, Inc., together with the Department of Trade and Industry – Region XI (DTI-XI).

The trainings, which are part of the ongoing comprehensive crafts livelihood project spearheaded by TSI, DTI and the Aboitiz Foundation, aims to capacitate a group of local residents in producing valueadded products out of their traditional baskets, fashion accessories, and wearables.

Members of the Davao Designers Pool of DTI-XI were tapped during

the product development process, as well as during the conduct of the trainings.

In a wellattended graduation ceremony last 8 June 2017 in their TSI-donated Friendship Building in Marilog, Davao City, beneficiaries from the Matigsalug Council of Elders Marilog District Davao City, Inc. or MACOEMADDACI beamed with pride as they showcased the product outputs of their training.

DTI Assistant Secretary for Regional Operations Group Ameenah Fajardo led various government officials who graced the event. Other key personalities present were Davao City Councilor April

WOVEN TOGETHER. 50 Matigsalug members of MACOEMADDACI completed their skills training for the Indigenous Crafts Livelihood Project for CSMP Beneficiaries spearheaded by TSI, Aboitiz Foundation, and DTI last 8 June 2017.

Dayap, Department of Tourism-XI Regional Director Roberto P. Alabado III, City Agriculturist Leo Brian D. Leuterio, TESDA Davao City Director Nestor Tabada, and Department of Labor and

EmploymentXI Labor Officer Reynaldo Badilles.

“In behalf of the tribe, we would like to thank TSI for continuously finding ways to promote our culture and environment.

Your cultural and

New Employee Induction Program: The Awakening

By Imelda D. Pongase, SEPS (HRLDS)

The first year of work is usually a time of substantial stress and a d j u s t m e nt a s t h e b e g i n n e r employee tries to find his/her way in the working condition and place.

He/She has to fine-tune himself/ herself to a lot of factors in the physical and social environment if he/she were to survive. Thus, the new employee induction program is an essential and critical final piece of the hiring process. It paves the way to effective performance as it allows the employees to gain valuable information regarding the organization and how they are expected to integrate with it. It is indeed a helpful platform to keep personnel going.

In the Division of Ozamiz City, the New Employee Induction Program has been conducted annually as it hires employees regularly

especially with the introduction of the enhanced basic education: The K to 12 curriculum which is now on its final stage of implementation.

The program usually encompasses topics on Organizational Structure, Financial Literacy, Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers (RA No. 7836, Code of Conduct and Et hic a l St and ards for Public Off icials and Employees (RA No. 6713), Administrative Rules and Procedures, Preparation of DLL/DLP, Benefits and Privileges of Teaching and Non-Teaching Pe r s o n n e l , D r e s s C o d e a n d S o c i a l Me d i a Et h i c s , C are e r Pathways, Instructional Strategies for the 21st Century Learners, Stress Management, Effective C ommunication Skills in the Workplace and other related issues.

Such program really aids start

the employees off with the right information to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity and at the same time help them boost their morale and feelings about the new job and organization they have joined.

B elow were some of the comments given during previous sessions on Teacher Induction Program: “ Ver y informative indeed.

Thank you for valuing us.” “ Such helpful pieces of information. These would surely help us get by…Kudos!” “ Thank you for making us feel that we are part of DepEd family.” “ We are so grateful for such p r o g r a m . Yo u m a d e u s f e e l cherished.”

Such remarks enliven our life!

What a way to start a day’s work.

environmental interventions all these years have been very helpful to the preservation of our tribe as well believe that the moment our culture and environment is lost, the tribe’s reason for existence is also lost,” said MACOEMADDACI President Datu Juanito Mandahay.

“We are very impressed with the quality of these crafts made by our partner beneficiaries. We remain committed to help market these products not just here in Davao City and Mindanao, but also nationally and even internationally,” said TSI Vice President and Plant Manager Valentin S. Saludes III. The products of the Matigsalug trainees will be showcased during the Mindanao Trade Expo (MTE)

in Abreeza Mall in August 2017, as well as during the MTE’s Manila leg in Glorietta Makati and SM Megamall come October.

The project also aims to organize the trainees into a viable communitybased cooperative later this year.

MACOEMADDACI is one of the indigenous people (IP) partner organizations of TSI in the continuing implementation of its Carbon Sink Management Program (CSMP), which aims to plant 1,000,000 trees within 10 years to rehabilitate the ancestral domain of the Matigsalug tribe in Marilog District, Davao City. The planted trees will also help offset the carbon emission of TSI’s 300-megawatt Davao Baseload Power Plant in Toril, Davao City.

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: +63917-712-1424 • +63947-893-5776 E-Mail: mindanaodailynews@gmail.com

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017

9

PHILIPPINE COLD CHAIN PROJECT (PCCP) 2F Rudy Tiu II Bldg. J.C. Aquino Avenue Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, Philippines Email: pccp.info@winrock.org

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST and IKG APPLICATION REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST and IKG APPLICATION PHILIPPINE COLD CHAIN PROJECT PHILIPPINE COLD CHAIN PROJECT

PHILIPPINE COLD CHAIN PROJECT (PCCP)

Input Assistance to Improve Agricultural Productivity and or Marketing

Rudy Tiu II Bldg. Agricultural J.C. Aquino Avenue Input Assistance to2FImprove Productivity and or Butuan City, Marketing Agusan del Norte, Philippines PCCP is seeking to identify existing PCCP producer groups that will qualify to be recipients of in-

kind small grants-inputs.

Email: pccp.info@winrock.org

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST and IKG APPLICATION

PCCP Producer Groups will be equal opportunities to access the IKG input.

But because PCCP is seeking to provided identify existing PCCP producer groups thatof the will PHILIPPINE COLD CHAIN PROJECT limited amount available they will be categorized and prioritized into the following categories: qualify to be recipients st of in-kind small grants-inputs. a. Producing PGs- 1 priority-these are PGs that have already produced during the first round

of their loan but have ceased because of lackProductivity or absence ofand financing.

Input Assistance to Improve Agricultural or Marketing nd PCCP Producer will be provided equal opportunities to access b. Producer Groups Groups Ready to Produce-2 priority-PGs that have already set-up their production and are just for the release of their loans. the IKG input.

Butareas because ofwaiting the rdlimited amount available they will be PCCP is seeking toand identify existing PCCP producer groups thatthat willhave qualify to be recipients priority-PGs already filed their loanof inc. Producer Groups awaiting financing3 categorized prioritized into the following categories: applications . but were deferred. kind small grants-inputs The following can be applied as in-kind grant-inputs: a. Producing PGs- 1st priority-these are PGs that have already produced PCCP Producer Groups will beround providedofequal opportunities access the IKG input.

But because the during the first their loan buttohave ceased because of oflack Horticulture Fisheries Livestock limited amount available they will be categorized and prioritized into the following categories: or absence of financing.

Vegetable Bangus: a. Producing PGs- 1st priority-these PGs that have alreadypriority-PGs produced during the first round b. Producer Groups Ready toareProduce-2nd  Garungan/fingerlings-fry  Gilt/feeds that have of their loan but have ceased because of lack or absence of financing. /feeds/nets  already Drip Irrigation, rain their production  just Piglet/feeds set-up waiting for the nd areas and are b. Producer Groups Ready to Produce-2 priority-PGs that have already set-up their shelter, irrigation facility Grow-out-Fingerling/ Feed ingredients release of their loans. production for the release of their loans. (water pump, hose),areas and are justfeeds c. Producer Groups awaiting waiting financing3rd priority-PGs that have already production inputsGroups awaiting Lobsterfinancing3rd priority-PGs that have already filed their loan c. Producer filed their loan applications but were deferred. (seedling tray, plastic  Nursery Production-

applications but were deferred.

mulch, fertilizer, improve

Fry/net The following can be applied as in-kind grant-inputs: genetics). can be applied The following in-kind grant-inputs:  as Grow-Out-fingerlings 

Techno-demo farm inputs (set) Horticulture  Plastic Vegetable crates, weighing scale, collapsible tent, packaging and labelling  materials Drip Irrigation, rain and equipment shelter,and irrigation facility  Sorting processing (water pump, equipment andhose), storage facilities production inputs

FREE Publication of PRESS RELEASES for corporate accounts to Mindanao Daily News and BusinessWeek Newspapers

Crabs Fisheries  Grow-0ut-crablets  Grouper Bangus:  Nursery ProductionGarungan/fingerlings-fry fry/net /feeds/nets  Grow-out-fingerlings  Grow-out-Fingerling/ Vannamie/Prawn feeds  Fingerlings/feed

Livestock   

Gilt/feeds Piglet/feeds Feed ingredients

Lobster (seedling tray, plastic  Nursery ProductionBanana mulch, fertilizer, improve Fry/net  Production genetics). and  Grow-Out-fingerlings maintenance tools (de leafing Techno-demo farm Crabs knives, tumble inputsand (set)  Grow-0ut-crablets bolos de-handing  scoop, Plastic bunch crates,plastic weighing  Grouper scale, collapsible tent,  Nursery Production342 0837 Fax No.: (63) 085 815 0306 packaging and labelling Tel. No: (63) 085fry/net www.winrockpccp.org materials and equipment  Grow-out-fingerlings  Sorting and processing Vannamie/Prawn equipment and storage  Fingerlings/feed facilities Banana  Production and maintenance tools (deleafing knives, tumble bolos and de-handing scoop, bunch plastic cover  Suckers (planting material)  Marketing – weighing scale, plastic crates

PHILIPPINE COLD CHAIN PROJECT (PCCP) 2F Rudy Tiu II Bldg. J.C. Aquino Avenue Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, Philippines Email: pccp.info@winrock.org

Tel. No: (63) 085 342 0837 Fax No.: (63) 085 815 0306 www.winrockpccp.org

Mango Production  Flower induction input (calcium nitrate)  Flower and fruit care (chemical inputs)  Irrigation facilities  Power spray Harvest and Postharvest  Improved harvesting tool, plastic crates, weighing scale, packaging materials (carton)

Interested producer groups can obtain Expression of Interest and IKG Interested producer groups can obtain Expression of Interest and IKG Application Forms from the Application Forms from the PCCP Provincial Field Unit Offices. Completed PCCP Provincial FieldApplication Unit Offices. Completed EOIs and Applicationto Forms be submitted to EOIs and IKG Forms can be IKG submitted thecan PCCP PFUs. the PCCP PFUs. Please note the following Deadlines: Please note the following Deadlines: 1. Expression of Interest and small grant application form- June 30, 1. Expression 2017 of Interest and small grant application form- June 30, 2017 2. In Kind Grant-Inputs Project Proposal- September 15, 2017 2. In Kind Grant-Inputs Project Proposal- September 15, 2017 PCCP reserves the right to stop accepting grant applications after the intended budget for this PCCP reserves the right to stop accepting grant applications after the undertaking is fully allocated. intended budget for this undertaking is fully allocated.

Tel. No: (63) 085 342 0837 Fax No.: (63) 085 815 0306 www.winrockpccp.org

MINDANAO DAILY www.mindanaodailynews.com EDITOR: Cris diaz

Sat-Sun

DAVAO

June 17-18, 2017

10

Duterte is tired, not ill, just resting, says Palace

M

alacañang on Thursday assured the public that there is nothing to worry about the health of President Rodrigo Duterte despite being absent from the public eye for the past several days, saying the Chief Executive is just taking some welldeserved rest after a brutal schedule.

According to Presidential Spokesperson E r n e s t o Ab e l l a , t h e President is in the Palace where he has been resting for some time considering his very hectic schedule since declaring martial law in Mindanao while still in Russia.

“The President is well.

The President just needs (some rest)… After all, you have to consider that he has been on the road for at least 23 days fulfilling his martial law supervision. It has been really brutal so we have to allow him this kind of rest,” Abella said at a Palace briefing.

The last public appearance of Duterte was on Sunday at Villamor Airbase in Pasay where he visited the wake of eight of the 13 Philippine Marines killed in action in Marawi City.

Since then, he has not been seen in public, even

missing the Independence Day ceremonies at Rizal Park last Monday, fueling speculations that the President is ill.

However, Abella said that there is nothing to worry about in terms of sickness “He is just tired,” he stressed.

In t h e m e a nt i m e , Abella said the Palace cannot give a definite date on the President’s next public appearance, only that part of his future schedules included visits to evacuations centers for Maarwi evacuees.

“I cannot really give you the definite date. But he’s just taking some time off to rejuvenate,” he said.

“Well, as soon as he is able to… As soon as he can fit it (visit to evacuation centers) in to his schedules, I already seen some of his schedules, I’m sure he will accommodate some of that,” Abella said. PNA

Ten passengers of this van were killed and seven others were injured following a head-on collision with a six-wheeler truck along Agusan-Davao highway in Barangay Bunawan, Davao City around 5a.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2017. mindanews photo

Lascañas indicted over killing of DVO radioman Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II on Thursday said he will ask the Department of Affairs (DFA) to cancel

Newly-enlisted Cafgu Active Auxiliary members gather for the traditional ‘boodle fight’ following their graduation rites at the Task Force Davao headquarters in in Davao City on Wednesday (14 June 2017). The CAA members, who underwent basic military training, will be deployed to the different parts of the city as it intensifies security measures following the declaration of martial law in Mindanao. mindanews photo

the passport retired police officer Arturo Lascañas, who left the country last April for Singapore.

The Davao City Regional Trial Court Branch 10 issued an arrest warrant against Lascañas last week over the cases of murder and attempted murder over the killing of broadcaster Juan “Jun” Pala in 2003.

Before the arrest warrant was issued by the court, Lascañas was able to leave the country last April.

Aguirre said that Lascañas has three warrants of arrest issued against him, noting that he has to be brought to the court to face the charges against him. ”Since he is abroad and since there is no indication that he will return, we are constrained to request the Department of Foreign Affairs to cancel his Philippine Passport,” Aguirre said in a statement. ”I will be formalizing a request with Foreign

S e c re t a r y A l a n Pe t e r Cayetano of DFA for the immediate cancellation of the passport of Mr. Lascañas.

Apparently, after he left the country and went tro Singapore last April he has not shown any intention of returning to the country,” he added.

The Davao City P r o s e c u t o r ’s o f f i c e approved his indictment upon complaint filed by Pala’s wife Louise, citing his extrajudicial confession of the crime in his testimony during Senate investigation last February where he admitted his involvement in the killing.

Murder is a non-bailable offense.

Aguirre said that Lascañashas to be brought before the court to face charges against him. ”If he believe in his innocence then he should welcome his arrest as chance for him to clear his name and get on with

his life. However, if he is guilty, we cannot tolerate his continuing flight,” he explained noted. ”As it is said, when a crime goes unpunished, the worl is unbalanced and the heavens will look down on us in shame. We cannot allow it. We will be remiss in our duty. We are equally guilty if we do so,” Aguirre noted.

Last June 13, Aguirre ordered the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to track down and arrest Lascañas.

In a m e m or an du m issued on June 8 but was released to the media on Tuesday, Aguirre ordered NBI Director Dante Gierran to coordinate with the International Police Organization (Interpol) to gather information on the location and whereabouts of Lascañas.

“In the interest of the service and pursuant to See killing, page A11

FOR ADS PLACEMENT CALL OR TEXT: +63917-712-1424 • +63947-893-5776 E-Mail: mindanaodailynews@gmail.com

Oppose...

They’re precisely putting up their flag there to supfrom page 1 plant the authority of the local government of their and immediate.”

The business groups own, in effect they’re trying echoed similar concerns, to remove the allegiance stating that the business of Marawi City from the sector of Cagayan de Oro “is government,” del Castillo apprehensive on the planned said. trial as it will bring forth additional security concern, from page 3 fear for our families and deters investors to come try one or all of the featured over.” motorcycles had the unique The business leaders opportunity to test ride their feared that the Maute tri- favorite units at the mall’s als here will cause more parking lot throughout the investors to back out of the duration of the exhibit. A province. mini race circuit afforded riders a fun and exciting way to actually tryout the from page 1 motorcycles, supervised by Honda’s Safety Instructors securing public safety,” Lagman said that Presi- from Honda Safety Driving dent Rodrigo Duterte, “must Center. All weekends had be factually correct” and plenty of visitors who “may noT be arbitrary or enjoyed the fun games and capricious in appreciation activities that gave away of the facts.” exclusive Honda items for

He also said that the them to wear and enjoy. video of Isnilon Hapilon T he Hond a G E N - S planning to takeover of invasion of Greenhills is Marawi City that convinced the fifth of a series of Mall the senators to support the activities. Honda GEN-S martial law declaration was now prepares to invade recovered two days after martial law was declared so Cebu City in the coming it’s not the basis of President month to bring joy of Duterte to declare martial riding experience to Honda Cebuano customers. law.

But Supreme Court Justice Mariano del Castillo quizzed Lagman on his from page 3 arguments about the martial ever, motorcycle drivers law declaration. can enjoy driving on the Justice del Castillo asked road as they reach their Lagman if the lawmaker destination unrestrained already visited Marawi City and undefeated. since the crisis erupted to “As part of Pilipinas which Lagman answered Shell’s efforts in making no. each journey better for Del Castillo said that every Filipino, we launched petitioners cannot say about the first-ever motorcycle martial law in Mindanao if r i d e t h a t c e l e b r a t e d they have not personally Independence Day. We held visited Marawi City and experienced the real situ- this special event to show that Shell Advance Ultra ation in the place “So it would be too diffi- and AX7 help provide the cult to say that the situation confidence for motorcycle there does not amount to riders to outride any road rebellion. You’ve not been challenges,” said Shell there, you’re not on the Advance Brand Manager ground, you don’t know the Recca Menchavez. situation there. How can you On the same day, Shell dispute now the findings of Advance also launched sufficiency of factual bases Wheels vs. Gravity, a film for the declaration?” del that showcased a Ducati Castillo said. motorbike beating the The SC Justice said that speed of a sky diver. With many soldiers already died the Ducati filled with and people already evacu- Shell Advance enhancing ated in their homes because i t s p e r f o r m a n c e a n d of the war in Marawi City reliability, it won over the and he asked Lagman why free-falling diver despite the he’s so worried about the disadvantages of friction and martial law in Mindanao. drag. At the end of the film, “The military casualty the Ducati rider is imbued count as of last Sunday is already 58 soldiers, Con- with more confidence to gressman, dead soldiers of outride any uncertainties ours. And there are 25,000 with Shell Advance. evacuees now in Iligan City. After the reveal, the So for you the situation is riders were treated to a daystill not that serious for long festivity that included Martial Law to … I mean, motorcycle exhibits, a talk Martial Law will only be from a specialist, a concert with us for 60 days, assum- featuring Sky Light and Go ing that he [Duterte] won’t Girls, and exclusive tokens, lift the proclamation earlier. prizes, and giveaways.

With all the safeguards, I don’t know why you are so worried.” del Castillo told from page 4 Lagman.

Del Castillo also said that same government data tend Maute Terrorist Group who to show that in November pledged their allegiance with 2014, Filipino terrorists the Islamic State raised their have already subjected flags all around city, a sign themselves to the control that the armed group wanted and authority of the ISIS to remove the power of the caliphate, and were already government over Marawi taking orders from the ISIS. City.

At present, according

Invasion...

Rebellion...

Shell...

Batas...

Sat-Sun, June 17-18, 2017 to data from government lawyers, there are four groups that are now operating in Mindanao under the banner of the ISIS. They have established alliances to form a wilayat (or an ISIS province) in Southern Philippines.

-ooo HAPILON IS “EMIR” OF ISIS RP GROUPS: These four groups, government data show, are the following: the Abu Sayyaf Group from Basilan led by Isnilon Hapilon, the Ansarul Khilafa Philippines from Saranggani and Sultan Kudarat led by Mohammada Jaafar Maguid, the Maute Group from Lanao Del Sur led by Omar Maute, and the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters from the Liguashan Marsh, Maguindanao.

Previously, these groups existed and operated independently of one another, unmindful of each other.

However, they formed an alliance after all of them pledged alliance to the ISIS and expressed support for the establishment of a caliphate.

They were known to have been responsible for numerous bombings, assassinations, and kidnapping and extortion activities in the whole of Mindanao.

Then, in 2016, Isnilon Hapilon was established as the emir or leader of all ISIS forces in the Philippines.

Government data say that a June 21, 2016 video by the ISIS, Hapilon was named as “mujahid”, the leader of the Islamic State in the Philippines. We will try to have more of this next issue, God willing.

-ooo WATCH “ANG TANGING DAAN” AT FACEBOOK: Please watch “Ang Tanging Daan”, a Bible exposition and prayer session for everyone, in English and Filipino, at www.facebook.com/angtangingdaan.

Reactions: 0917 984 24 68, 0918 574 0193, 0977 805 9058. Email: batasmauricio@yahoo.com.

Hurst... from page 4

in our own strengths and abilities. We want to be in control and live life our own way, even though our Maker has clearly shown us that the only way to really live successfully is His way. The only way to stay satisfied and safe is the way Jesus Christ showed us. Yet, we keep juggling with our own priceless life just one more day.

But we never know when our life will suddenly end— and we will have lost our eternal life and suffer forever. Friend, for your own sake and happiness, why not ask Jesus to forgive you for all your wrongs and living your own way? Then ask Him to give you His power so you can start changing to live His way every day of your life—before it’s too late. Just Think a Minute …

Dominates...

11

from page 5

cargo service tracked the increase in total volumes, from 1,567 tons carried in the comparable quarter last year.

BITRE, an agency under the Department of In f r ast r u c tu re and Regional Development of the Australian government, “provides economic analysis, research and statistics on infrastructure, transport and regional development issues,” according to its official website (https:// bitre.gov.au/). The bureau holds data and statistics on the aviation industry.

C ebu Pacif ic of fers the most number of seats between Manila and Sydney, covering close to 40% of the route’s total capacity. CEB currently operates up to five weekly nonstop services between Sydney and Manila, departing every Tuesday, Wednes day, Thurs day, Saturday and Sunday from Sydney at 1135am and arriving Manila at 550pm.

The flights from Manila to Sydney, on the other hand, depart at 1205am and arrive Sydney at 1005am.

The airline had recently expressed interest to increase frequency between Manila and Sydney, noting strong demand for this route.

Killing... from page 10

the provisions of existing l aw s , y ou a re h e re by directed to coordinate with the (Interpol) to gather information on the location and whereabouts of… L as c añ as and to coordinate with the proper authorities for his apprehension,” Aguirre said in his memorandum.

Lascañas left the Philippines with his family onboard Tiger Airways flight 2703 to Singapore last April 8. His return ticket was April 22, 2017 but Bureau of Immigration s p o k e s p e r s o n A t t y.

Maria Antonette Bucasas Mangrobang said they have no record of his return.

She added that they cannot ascertain if Singapore was his final destination or a stop over.

It will be recalled that Lascañas in the March 6 senate hearing accused Duterte of paying DDS members up to PHP100, 000 to kill criminals as well as his enemies when he was still the Davao mayor.

Lascañas also implicated Duterte’s son Paolo - now Davao City vice mayor - in the killings.

In pursuing the case against Lascanas, the Davao City Prosecutor’s Office used his extrajudicial confession during the hearing of the Senate committee on public order headed by Sen. Panfilo Lacson.

Besides the President, Lascañas had also named fellow police officer SPO4 Sonny Buenaventura and Jim Tan, Mr. Duterte’s bodyguard, in the murder of Pala. PNA

For more details and inquiries Contact: 0917-382-7360, 0926-827-7518 Velez St., San Agustin Corner, CDO

Mindanao Daily TARPS-STICKERS-NEWS

tarpaulin sticker billboards backlitfilm panaflex photopaper 881-0100

0935-1613398 mdntarps@gmail.com

MINDANAO DAILY BUSINESS | ARTS & CULTURE | HEALTH TRAVEL & TOURISM | PEOPLE | REALTY | EVENTS

sports

12

CDO boxer clips gold in Kazakhstan EDITOR : MARK FRANCISCO

was the only foreign fighter to win gold in MAYOR Oscar Moreno the President’s Cup this seemed to be avenged year. of his suspension Zhusupov was a last year when one of hard puncher but his adopted boxing Paalam was the taller students won gold one, able to duck and in the prestigious parry blows through President’s Cup in a combination of Kazakhstan last June footwork, speed and 10. good distance.

Baby-faced Carlo Now under the fold Paalam, 19 years old, of the Amateur Boxing was able to withstand Association of the the barrage of Kazakh Philippines (ABAP), Askhat Zhusupov Paalam of barangay in the lightweight Carmen in Cagayan flyweight class, de Oro City started emerging as winner via boxing at nine years points system after the old under Moreno’s last round. sports program at the In being so, Paalam Capitol when the latter

By MARK FRANCISCO

Sat-Sun

was still governor of Misamis Oriental in 2005. Paalam then was nine years old.

When Moreno left his gubernatorial post in 2013, his successor Gov. Yevgeny Vincente Emano dismantled the sports program and Moreno was forced to house the boxers in Cagayan de Oro City in his new capacity as mayor.

Complainants went to the Ombudsman and claimed that renting the premises did not have the authorization of the City Council.

The Ombudsman slapped Moreno with a

suspension due to the matter last October but it wasn’t enforced because the situation occurred during the mayor’s first term between 2013 and the early part of 2016.

City Hall is now planning to host a homecoming for Paalam similar to what it accorded new Internatinal Boxing Federation (IBF) light flyweight champion Milan Melindo two weeks ago. Melindo is also from Cagayan de Oro. This early, Paalam is already dubbed the little Milan.

June 17-18, 2017