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Cops must be properly equipped: Iligan mayor

Dads nix hearing of Maute, ISIS cases in Oro

By GERRY LEE GORIT Correspondent

ILIGAN City––Aspiring police personnel, before they are accepted into the ranks must already be properly equipped prior to their deployment to the communities to ensure they are effective in their law enforcement duties, said Mayor Celso Regencia on Saturday, June 24. If the Philippine National Police (PNP) has set a quota for recruits, it also imperative that they be provided with the proper equipment such as handgun and long firearm as soon as they report for duty, Regencia said. Regencia made this observation following the donation of 50 pieces of M16 rifles to the city’s police force by the PNP headquarters at Camp Crame on Saturday. He said he will bring this concern to the Regional Peace and Order See Mayor, page 11

Oro dads propose reactivation of OKK

COUNCILOR Reuben R. Daba, chair of the City Council committee on social services, on Monday proposed the reactivation of the Operation Kahusay ug Kalinaw (OKK) through the collaboration with the religious groups and civic community to strengthen the peace and order situation of the city of Cagayan de Oro. This was his special report during the 18th City Council regular session presided over by Vice Mayor Raineir Joaquin V. Uy. “Dako kaayo nga tabang kana nga magtinabangay kita para sa atong dakbayan so grabe kaayo ang network sa atong religious group,” Daba stressed. For his part, Councilor Enrico Salcedo suggested that the OKK be activated in the barangay level to boost the peace and order drive in every barangay. Salcedo said the OKK was established during the time of the late Mayor Pablo Magtajas. He said the OKK must also be barangay-based so that barangay officials, especially barangay police have full participation in implementing peace and order in

FOR security reasons, Cagayan de Oro City legislators are vehemently objecting to the order of the Supreme Court for the Regional Trial Courts of the 10th Judicial Region in Cagayan de Oro City to handle the cases against the members and sympathizers of the Maute group and Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). This is contained in Resolution No. 12726-2017, which was adopted by the City Council during its regular session Monday, June 19, presided over by Vice Mayor Raineir Joaquin V. Uy. The resolution was filed by Councilor Teodulfo Lao, who raised concerns on public safety if the trial will be held in the city. It may be recalled that the Supreme Court designated the Cagayan de Oro Regional Trial Court to handle these cases. According to published reports, the request of the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the SC to reconsider its decision has not been acted upon. Time to transfer Lao, in his special report, said it is time for the Regional Trial Courts (RTC) of the 10th Judicial Region to vacate City Hall and transfer to another location. He said since fire gutted down the Hall of Justice

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Newly installed Philippine National Police (PNP) regional director for Northern Mindanao, Chief Supt. Timoteo Pacleb (left) discusses with Iligan City Mayor Celso Regencia (right) the peace and order situation in the city as they inspect the one of the checkpoints in the city on Saturday, June 24. Looking on is Senior Supt. Leony Roy Ga, Iligan City police director. The city police has tightened its security measures in preparation for the celebration of the Eid’l Fitr, or the end of the Ramadan, by the displaced Muslim communities from Marawi City. Photo by Gerry Lee Gorit

Iligan City Mayor Celso Regencia (left) checks one of the 50 M16 rifles provided by the Philippine National Police (PNP) national headquarters to the Iligan City Police Office on Saturday, June 24. With him are Senior Supt. Leony Roy Ga, city police director, and Chief Supt. Timoteo Pacleb, the newly installed PNP-10 regional director. The additional firearms and 9,000 rounds of ammunitions will be used to fight against possible terrorist threat in light of the conflict in Marawi City. Photo by Gerry Lee Gorit

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June 24, 2017

Some events cancelled in Pagadian due to security threat PAGADIAN City––“Security threat cancelled some of the 48th Founding anniversary activities here,” disclosed Mayor Romeo Pulmones during the program today at the city gymnasium. Pulmones said clashes between the military and local terrorist group in Marawi City on May 23 became a security threat which prompted the city government to cancel some of its activities,

among them, the civic-military parade and foam party. Pulmones called on city government employees and residents to be vigilant and alert on the presence of strangers in their neighborhood amid reports that some members of the Maute terror group escaped to nearby cities like Iligan and Cagayan de Oro. “I urge everyone to be vigilant and immediately report to the

concerned barangay officials and the Philippine National Police (PNP) regarding the presence of strangers in your areas,” Pulmones announced. The chief executive said that the populace has to understand that providing security in every part of the city is a shared responsibility among the populace, the military, police and other security partners.

No quick fix to battle vs Maute: AFP THE military, while mindful of the public clamor to end the fight against the terrorist Maute Group at the soonest possible time, cannot rush it to prevent more casualties in the long run, an official has said. An urban terrain, such as Marawi City, is one of the most difficult combat environment there is as troops are dealing with enemy snipers, improvised bombs, mines, and the presence of civilian hostages, said Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Restituto Padilla.

“(Urban fighting) is complex. It is not that easy. People are very impatient but they don’t know the sacrifices of their soldiers,” he said. Padilla cited the experience of one Marine unit last week as they were clearing a building in Marawi City. “The Marines found an IED so they tried to deal with it by trying to explode it remotely. When it exploded, there were 10 huge explosions, like a ‘Judas Belt’ firecracker. It turns out that the IED was part of a (booby trap consisting of a series of IEDs laid together),

No voter certificate fee for all Mindanao residents: Comelec

which if triggered, would likely kill or injure troops unwittingly,” he said. Padilla said neutralizing the remaining terrorists is complicated due to the urban terrain and with the enemy well aware of their positional advantage. He cited the case of military units in the Middle East, who, despite their firepower and numerical superiority, encountered extreme difficulty in combating ISIS terrorists in an urban setting. “The Battle of Mosul (in Iraq) is still ongoing. (Having) started in Oc-

Meanwhile, reacting to several posts circulating in social media and text messages going viral, Pulmones in a radio interview appealed to the public not to believe such information. “I urge the public not to share unverified information that might create panic. If you receive text messages, do not spread it, instead forward it to the PNP hotline and city government hotline for veri-

fication,” Pulmones announced. He also said that there will be continued police visibility in the streets to assure security and maintain peace and order. The chief executive stressed that there is no reason for residents to be alarmed as the local government is working closely with security forces to prevent a spillover of the Marawi incident. (PIA-Zamboanga del Sur)

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tober 2016, it is not yet finished. (It has) been going on for eight months. In Libya (which conducted operations against) ISIS/ Daesh (terrorists), the battle started May 12 (last year) and ended only last Nov. 6, so it lasted over six months,” Padilla said. He further noted that in the Battle of Ramadi where American and Iraqi forces combined to fight the ISIS terrorists, the operation began in April 2006 and ended only in November that year and during the Second Battle of Fallujah where the Iraqi, American

and British forces combined against Al-Qaeda terrorists, operations lasted Nov. 7 to Dec. 23, 2004. “So if you will compare it to the ongoing engagement (in Marawi), the terrain is very much the same, and we are doing this very carefully. We have complex issues -- presence of hostages, residents in their homes refusing to leave, and continued discovery of improvised explosive devices, (necessitating) the door-todoor clearing operations our soldiers must practice,” Padilla said. (Priam F. Nepomuceno/PNA)

THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) has exempted all registered voters in Mindanao from paying the prescribed fee of PHP75 for the issuance of voter’s certificate. Based on Resolution No. 10186 promulgated on June 10, the Commission en banc approved the proposal to include all voters in the region, exempting them to pay the said fee. “Exempt all registered voters in the cities and municipalities of Mindanao, in paying the PHP75.00 certification fee for the issuance of Voter’s Certification until otherwise ordered by the Commission En Banc,” the order said. It was the Community and Family Services International (CFSI) Sub - Office, Zamboanga City, sought for the exemption of “untagged IDPs (Internally Displaced Persons)” in the said city, but the Commission en banc has decided to include the whole Mindanao. “WHEREAS, during the regular session of the Commission En Banc on June 6, 2017, when the request of the CFSI was taken up, there was a proposal to exempt not only the IDPs in Zamboanga City but all registered voters in Mindanao in the payment of certification fee, SALT MAKER. Agapito Pontiveros shows the salt he recently harvested taking into consideration the declaration of Martial from his flats in Barangay Sinaloc, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental. See comelec, page 11 Photo by Gerry Lee Gorit

CAGAYAN de Oro City-The newly installed police regional director in Northern Mindanao has outlined three important missions for the regional police command during his watch, Police Superintendent Lemuel Gonda said Friday. Gonda, the police regional spokesperson, said in an interview with the local media that the new regional police director urged the regional police command to fight against illegal drugs and all forms of criminality in the region. He said that Police Chief Superintendent Timoteo Pacleb, who assumed the regional command in Northern Mindanao, also reminded the police about the threat of terror attack in the region. Gonda said that Pacleb reminded the police that there is no time to relax in the fight against potential terror attacks, which calls for everyone’s vigilance. While the regional command carries the mission of securing the people and the community from the terror groups, illegal drug trafficking, and criminality, the regional police command would also seriously carry out the “cleansing of its ranks” from the scalawags in uniform, Gonda said. He said that in line with the directive of Police Director General Roland “Bato” Dela Rosa, the police must at all times be honest and sincere in carrying their responsibilities as protector of the people. Pacleb, served as the intelligence director of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Camp Crame prior to his assignment in here during the turnover ceremony last Thursday. Pacleb replaces outgoing Police Chief Superintendent Agripino Javiier, who retired from the police service at the compulsory age of 56. (Cris Diaz/PNA)

GILBERT Y. CHAO - Motoring Editor

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Small but capable - Ford 1.0 EcoBoost Ford’s 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has been voted 2017 International Engine of the Year “Best Engine Under 1.0-litre” for the sixth year since 2012. Judges praised the engine’s combination of performance, fuel-efficiency and technology. The 1.0-litre EcoBoost has now won 10 International Engine of the Year awards including overall winner a record three times, and “Best Newcomer”. “Our 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has been a gamechanger, setting the benchmark for compact, fuel-efficient engines with sophisticated

“The Underbone King” at the 4th Leg of Shell Advance Super Series Nationwide Championships It was one exciting race at the Super Suzuki Raider R150 One Make Race at the Shell Advance Super Series Nationwide Championships Leg 4 held on June 18 at the Carmona Racetrack. In carrying out Suzuki’s commitment to develop motorsport in the country, Suzuki is bringing in the feel of the highly acclaimed Suzuki Asian Challenge (SAC) to the local racing scene. This is through See king, page 10

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FedEx celebrates National Safe Kids Week with announcement of 2017 Young Road Safety Champion FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company, and Safe Kids Worldwide Philippines (SKWP) recently announced the 2017 Young Road Safety Champion during the annual celebration of National Safe Kids Week.

In 2004, FedEx and SKWP launched the Young Road Safety Advocate Program where fifth and sixth graders help train younger kids proper pedestrian behavior. The most effective student-mentor of the program is named the Young Road

Safety Champion. Danna Jae Castillo was recognized for her effectiveness as a young educator at Holy Spirit Elementary School. To date, more than 900 outstanding See champion, page 10

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Who really started the Marawi City siege?

LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves…” (Romans 13:2, the Holy Bible). -oooWHO REALLY STARTED THE MARAWI CITY SIEGE? An intriguing issue that is being thrown against the declaration by President Duterte of martial law in Mindanao is the claim that it was the government itself that started the firefight in Marawi City, forcing terror groups led by Isnilon Hapilon to simply fight back. In other words, the claim was that it was the fault of the government itself that caused the siege. Solicitor General Jose Calida and his lawyers at the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) believe otherwise. In their comment to the Supreme Court petitions questioning the declaration of martial law in the South, Calida and company pre-

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tion No. 55 entitled, `Declaring a State of National Emergency on Account of Lawless Violence in Mindanao’ on 4 September 2016. “He acted pursuant to Section 18, Article VII of the Constitution which authorized him to call out the armed forces to prevent or suppress lawless violence. Notwithstanding the issuance of Proclamation No. 55, the ISIS-inspired local rebel groups continued to wreak havoc in Mindanao…” There is more of this next issue, God willing. -oooWATCH “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.

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noted the increased occurrences of military encounters with these ISIS-inspired local rebel groups. One of these battles occurred on 29 August 2016 when members of the ASG ambushed and killed fifteen (15) army soldiers in Patikul, Sulu. Moreover, there was a notable increase in terror attacks against the civilian population… -ooo“STATE OF LAWLESSNESS” DECLARED IN MINDANAO IN 2016: Here’s more from Calida’s comment: “On the night of 2 September 2016, Davao City was rocked with a fatal bombing incident in a populous night market. Fifteen (15) civilians were killed and sixty-seven (67) others were injured. According to military intelligence reports, the ASG perpetrated the Davao bombing. “Due to the then-increasing concerted attacks against the military and the populace… President Duterte issued Proclama-

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MANY places in Mindanao, particularly the cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan, have become destinations for MARK FRANCISCO refugees from the war-torn Lifestyle Editor city of Marawi where up to GILBERT Y. CHAO gerry lee gorit this moment heavy fighting Motoring Editor Photo Journalist between government troops PAT SAMONTE CHRIS PANGANIBAN and the Maute terrorist group Regional Editor Caraga Regional Editor-Caraga is raging. The evacuees were the luckiest people to have Rene Michael BaÑos uRIEL C. QUILINGUING escaped alive the fury of war. Regional Editor Northmin Contributing Editor Certainly, being dislocated AL JACINTO JOE FELICILDA from homes is not easy. One Regional Editor-WestMin Editorial Consultant problem is looking for rental homes, rooms or spaces for RODRIGO B. SEVILLA JOE PALABAO themselves. Regrettably, Regional Editor-Davao Feature Editor some house owners are not ATTY. MARIO T. JUNI hospitable to the refugees NOTARY PUBLIC- JUNI LAW OFFICE because they are afraid the CELL NO: 09352379999/ (088) 8573595 terrorists might come to CRUZ TAAL ST., CAG. DE ORO CITY pursue them. Or it might be that some of h evacuees are Legal Counsel terrorists themselves. --------------------------------------------------------------Even some courts of bureau and mktg staff law judges and prosecutors have shown unwillingness candy macabale - 09161326483 RIZA O. ARES - 0915-9753-277/0926-2242-653 to handle cases of people MISOR - LOLONG NABONG - 0906-875-8650 from Marawi for the same GINGOOG CITY-MANNY ANSIHAGAN-0936-287-7788 reason--the Maute group North Buk. - DAHLIA S. BENEMERITO-0955-150-6602 might attack their offices and VALENCIA CITY - PHILIP PHIL CALUMBA-0905-652-5407 MARAMAG - roFINA CUALES - 0926-336-1585 execute all of them. Reign

sented proof that Hapilon and his followers, who have since shifted their loyalty away from the Republic of the Philippines in favor of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), prepared for the siege of Marawi City as a necessary ingredient for turning over the whole of Mindanao to the ISIS. -oooOSG: TERROR GROUPS INCREASED ATTACKS SINCE 2016: Let us reproduce here parts of the OSG’s comment for a better understanding of this point: “After the ISIS appointment of Hapilon as emir, he and the ISIS-inspired local rebel groups committed multiple atrocities resulting in the wounding and killing of military and civilian personalities. “These atrocities came in the wake of the consolidation of forces of around one hundred five (105) rebel members of the combined groups of the Abu Sayyaf, the Maute Group, the BIFF, and foreign terrorists. “The government has

of terror seems to have captured every Mindanaoan thus giving the government even more problems on the matter. Police officers and paramilitary units manning various checkpoints are having difficulties in checking people because of identities in classifying who are the terrorists and who are not. Some Marawi residents manifested their intention to return to their homes after the smokes of war are cleared. Others swore they would never return to their beleaguered city and would rather look for opportunities in places like Cebu or Metro Mania where they could find chances of making themselves progressive. Another problem is availability of rental houses or spaces for the evacuees and their families. Some of them complained about the lack of spaces or unwillingness of house owners to accommodate them for some good reasons--for fear of attacks.

A journalist once described Mindanao as truly the land of promise, where opportunities for people in need from the Visayas and Luzon are waiting. Today, some people described it as like a woman raped of her beauty, chastity, charms, smiles and innocence - - seeking for justice. Everything is in the wilderness as bloody fight goes on and more evacuees stream into anywhere that could hold them away from flame More than a month of fighting is not easy to imagine. While the scores in the fight are fair to the government with 67 of its soldiers counted dead, the Maute has more than 200 members killed. But this is not the main issue, the thing is they are all Filipinos fighting with each other. Of course, it was believed the rich Malaysian financier who poured cash to support the terrorists was thought to have died too in the battlefield. In my previous article I made it clear that the

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Maute group is financed by somebody who has the capability to use big amounts of money. We know, for a fact, that war sometimes has a business side too. It is regrettable that the fight is taking place when the Muslims are celebrating Ramadan. This is special for all of them as they pray several times a day for peace and goodwill to men around the world but now bloodsheds are everywhere in their city. Marawi used to be a beautiful place nestled on top of the province overlooking the great Lanao lake with so much to be proud of. Today, it is bathed with tears and blood and deserted by widows, orphans and fighters. (Bennex News Service)

Think a minute

The good-for-nothing

THINK a minute. Guiseppe’s Papa came from a family of fishermen. In fact, for 300 years the men in his family had been fishermen in the country of Sicily. His Papa eventually moved to San Francisco where he continued their fishing business. Eventually they had 9 children.

All the boys from the time they could walk helped Papa on his fishing boat. All the sons, except Guiseppe! Guiseppe simply could not go because he got so terribly seasick. His stomach just could not take the motion of the boat, or the strong smell of fish. But even when his dad saw how sick Guiseppe

got on the boat, he did not accept it. He always told his son Guiseppe that he was good-for-nothing. Guiseppe was very hurt by his father always criticizJhan Tiafau Hurst ing and putting him down. But he still tried his best worked every job he could to help his family in some find to bring money back way. So as a young boy he to his father. But instead See GOOD, page 11 went out on the streets and

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Father and Educator Par Excellence at Sandingan NHS

Good mind, good find. This best describes Mr. Mario Legitimas Garcia (b. 1969), the principal of Sandingan National High School. But as a father, he goes beyond this—one who is a thousand times better than a schoolmaster. Mario was b orn in Candaigan, Loon, Bohol, among seven siblings, where he grew up in a farm and learned to nurture his family’s livestocks, corn, and palay. A son of farmers, he got used to a simple lifestyle. But his father was also skilled at typewriter,

Noon prayer. A month after ISIS-inspired Maute militants laid siege to Marawi City, Meranaw menfolk from the city’s evacuation center brave occasional stray bullets to come and join the noon prayer at the Masjid at the Lanao del Sur provincial capitol complex on Friday, 23 June 2017. MindaNews photo by Froilan Gallardo

DOH: Construction of 8 mega drug rehab centers underway

Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Paulyn Ubial said her department continues to build drug rehabilitation centers and expand their bed capacities in anticipation of a possible surge in the number of drug surrenderers. “About eight mega Treatment and Rehab Centers (TRCs) will be finished before the end of the year… Each would have about 500 beds, so their total capacity would be 4,500,” Ubial said during the “Rehabinasyon” forum held at the Event Center at the Quezon Memorial Shrine in Quezon City Wednesday. The health chief noted that out of the estimated 1.3 million drug surrenderers, only 5,000 or less than 1 percent, have been assessed to need inpatient treatment in rehab centers. “But in the future, there can be more surrenderers, so pinaghahandaan po natin yun (we are preparing for that),” she said. The eight mega TRCs are located in the regions of Mimaropa, Cordillera, Negros Islands, Davao, Soccsksargen, and the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Ubial further said that the department is expanding from 5,000 to 10,000 the total bed capacity of 13 existing rehab centers in Bicutan, Taguig; Dagupan, Pangasinan; Ilagan, Isabela; Pilar, Bataan; Tagaytay; San Fernando, Camarines Sur; Malinao, Albay; Pototan, Iloilo; Argao, Cebu; Mandaue City; Dulag, Leyte; Cagayan de Oro; and Surigao City. Together with the 4,500 expected bed capacity of the eight mega TRCs that are being built, the department is eyeing a total of 14,500 beds. The TRCs are being established with the help of private entities, such as the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Meanwhile, Ubial said that the department continues to train doctors and health workers in handling the treatment of drug dependents and in assessing their level of addiction, if mild, moderate or severe. Those with mild or moderate addiction are referred to the barangay health centers for community-based treatment, while those categorized as severe are sent to rehab facilities. (Leilani S. Junio/PNA)

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watch and other electronics repairs, and later, became a community developer – a barangay captain for several years. Deciding a college degree

was a crucial moment for Mario. His choice could have been engineering, but since his father pointed out that there are a lot of schools waiting elsewhere even in their own barangay, he simply obeyed. This decision, however, did not go against his inner voice. Many years later, he proves that he is really a nurturer of minds—educator par excellence. His liking of farming served as a jumping board for him to see the parallelism in breeding: as plants need attention; See father, page 11

GILBERT Y. CHAO - Motoring Editor

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June 26, 2017

Grandiosity in all quarters – Suzuki Grand Vitara Special Edition Not everyone who buys an SUV plans to take it off-road. For most of of us, just the thought of owning a vehicle that can take you through some rough spots is enough to justify spending the additional premium. Well, why not? Most of our roads, even in urban areas, are anything but smooth anyway. The Suzuki Grand Vitara may be classified as one of those “softroaders”. It is a step up from the common sedan but not as cumbersome to drive in congested areas as a chunky 4x4. It may not compare to the capability of a full-on off-roader but it has ample grunt and ground clearance to take on quite a few obstacles in its path. The Grand Vitara is propelled by a 2.393 cc, 4-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 168 hp @ 6000 rpm and 227 Nm @ 3800 rpm. The mill is matted to a 4-speed (gatetype) automatic transmission with an A/T power switch. As with most Suzukis I’ve tested, pressing this button gives you a little bit of boost when additional power is needed. With a ground clearance of 200 mm, it may not be designed to cross rivers and streams but it can certainly traverse flooded city streets during monsoon rains. Make no mistake though, this machine still allow a resonable amount of fun when you decide to wander off the beaten path. I’ve spent around 80% of the time in heavy traffic and I was able to achieve an average of 8.3 kilometers to a liter. With a fuel tank capacity of 66 liters, you would be able to

do a great deal of exploring before worrying about running out of gas. In the concrete jungle, driving the Grand Vitara is a blast,handling is light and precise. Squeezing in through narrow gaps in traffic won’t be a problem, just be mindful of the large side mirrors. The ride is a bit on the firm side but the trade-off is the excellent composure when taking corners. You’ll find driving on twisty mountain roads quite entertaining. Speaking of which, this elegant compact SUV is loaded with technology to keep your passengers from boredom when stuck in traffic. It comes with an androidready touchscreen entartainment system which not only plays music from multiple sources, you can also watch movies via DVD or USB. Heck, your kids can even sing-a-long to Moana tunes through Youtube. Morever, the auto climate control system did an amazing job of keeping all occupants comfy amidst the terrible summer heat. The Grand Vitara offers an impressive 398 liters of boot space. If all 5 seats are not going to be occupied, the split-folding second row gives way to allow a total of 758 liters of cargo space. This definitely puts the “U” in SUV. The Grand Vitara Special Edition variant you see on the photos is priced at P 1,210,000 and it comes with dual airbags, ABS with EBD and gorgeous 18-inch wheels all with disc brakes. Another variant with 17inch wheels is available at P1,160,000 but if you are in the market for an elegantly sporty SUV, always go with more grandeur.

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BUSINESS June 26, 2017

Ayala Corp. oks P30-B shelf offering MANILA-- Ayala Corp.’s board of directors has approved the company’s filing of shelf registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of up to PHP30 billion. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange Friday, the conglomerate stated that it eyes a threeyear shelf offering in one or more tranches. Ayala Corp. intends to sell the debt securities through general public offerings. “Relevant documents and information will be filed with the pertinent regulatory agencies in due course,” the listed firm said. As of posting, Ayala Corp.’s last trading price declined by 1.46 percent or 12.50 points to PHP842.50 per share from Thursday’s closing of PHP855 apiece. Property giant Ayala Land Inc (ALI) and holding company LT Group Inc have entered into an agreement to jointly (KMC/PNA) develop a new 35-hectare township project in the Philippines.

DBM allots PHP 50-M for UN confab AROUND PHP 50 million are being used to conduct the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) conference in Manila, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said Thursday. “For the whole conduct of the conference itself, we were provided by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) the amount of PHP 50 million and we were also able to secure some support from our partners,” DOT Undersecretary for Administration and Special Concerns Ronaldo Canizal said in a press conference. The conference, which

Construction of 8 mega drug rehab centers underway: DOH MANILA-- Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Paulyn Ubial said her department continues to build drug rehabilitation centers and expand their bed capacities in anticipation of a possible surge in the number of drug surrenderers. “About eight mega Treatment and Rehab Centers (TRCs) will be finished before the end of the year… Each would have about 500 beds, so their total capacity would be 4,500,” Ubial said during the “Rehabinasyon” forum held at the Event Center at the Quezon Memorial Shrine in Quezon City Wednesday. The health chief noted that out of the estimated 1.3 million drug surrenderers,

only 5,000 or less than 1 percent, have been assessed to need inpatient treatment in rehab centers. “But in the future, there can be more surrenderers, so pinaghahandaan po natin yun (we are preparing for that),” she said. The eight mega TRCs are located in the regions of Mimaropa, Cordillera, Negros Islands, Davao, Soccsksargen, and the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Ubial further said that the department is expanding from 5,000 to 10,000 the total bed capacity of 13 existing rehab centers in Bicutan, Taguig; Dagupan, Pangasinan; Ilagan, Isabela; Pilar, Bataan; Tagaytay; San See rehab, page 10

runs from June 21 to 23, serves as a venue to discuss policy initiatives on the importance of developing a statistical framework to measure sustainable tourism worldwide. It also became a gathering for foreign tourism ministers and other officials from around the globe. On the second day of the conference, UNWTO officials visited Balesin Island Club in Polillo, Quezon for a familiarization tour to see firsthand how top destinations in the Philippines practice sustainable tourism. See allots, page 9

Google.ru’s temporary ban should serve as reminder to others

MOSCOW -- A brief ban of Google’s Russian edition should serve as a reminder that even Internet giants are not guaranteed against suspension if they deal with prohibited content, a senior Russian lawmaker has said. Earlier on Thursday, www.google.ru was included into the single registry of websites, banned for containing prohibited information. By the time Russian internet service providers started to enforce the ban, the notification was removed. A spokesman for Russia’s telecom and IT watchdog Roskomnadzor, Vadim Ampelonsky, told TASS that one of pages redirected traffic to a website

with banned information, namely a page of a bookmaker’s office, blocked upon a request from the Federal Tax Service. Access was restored once the issue was fixed several hours later. Leonid Levin, who heads the State Duma’s committee on information policies, IT and communications, said the move was neither a mistake nor a provocation by hackers. “The fuss around this issue once again shows how sensitive this issue is for citizens and media. This should serve as a warning for web companies that will make them choose their partners with greater responsibility,” the lawmaker added.

“It all shows that no one is viewed as untouchable in the Russian legal domain, and even major Internet players should not abuse their position and avoid dealings with websites engaged in illegal activities,” the committee’s press service quoted Levin as saying. The lawmaker expressed his support for Roskomnadzor chief Alexander Zharov’s initiative of setting a special working group within the framework of the State Duma’s committee on information policies, IT and communications, charged with legal aspects of removing prohibited content. (TASS)

Science debunks fake rice reports: NF THE National Food Authority (NFA) has tapped science to dismiss allegations that fake rice is sold in the country. “Rice samples analyzed in our laboratory show there is no fake rice in the Philippines,” NFA administrator Jason Aquino said during a press conference in Metro Manila Friday. As a precaution against the possible entry and sale of unusual rice stocks, Aquino said he ordered NFA’s field offices to intensify their market surveillance activities. NFA’s Food Development Center (FDC) reported analyzing six uncooked and two cooked samples of commercial rice that NFA gathered and submitted to the agency amid fears about fake rice in local markets. FDC director Jocelyn Sales said they subjected the samples to microscopic and starch analysis, as well as a sensory evaluation to check if these are indeed fake rice. “We found the samples to be real rice,” she said. Aquino said he hopes the finding would finally end speculations about the alleged re-emergence of fake rice in local markets. In 2015, reports also surfaced about the emergence of fake rice in the country. Sales said FDC at that time analyzed samples believed to be fake rice, and results showed they were real rice as well, she noted. “There’s no actual fake rice discovered in the Philippines since 2015,” Confederation of Grains Retailers’ Associations of the Philippines (Grecon) national president Jaime Magbanua said during the press conference, citing as basis for his assurance the results of FDC’s laboratory analysis. He proposed the formation of a rice watch committee that would look into the latest fake rice scare so those responsible could be charged accordingly. “We won’t allow malicious news about alleged

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Samaleño swimmer bags 5 gold medals in athletic meet Island Garden City of Samal--Samaleño swimmer Kyle Pajarito, 19, from Barangay Tambo dominated the men’s swimming competition for bagging five gold medals and was named the Best Male Athlete in the National-Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) 2017 at Iba, Zambales on April 22 to 29. Pajarito bested the other 23 competitors from different regions in the Philippines after winning five gold medals in 1.5km Freestyle with a time record of 19 minutes and 17.17 seconds; 400m Individual Medley (5:31.31), 400m and 200m (2:14.26) Freestyle; 200m Butterfly (2:25.47), and two (2) silver medals in 4X200m Free Style and helped his team finish second in the 4X100m Freestyle Relay

(4:19.5) category. “All the hard work paid off, and I’m very thankful that I have brought pride to Samal in my second try in National PRISAA,” quintuple gold medalist Kyle Pajarito said. Pajarito joined PRISAA 2016 and settled for silver and bronze medals. “It motivated me to constantly practice for this year’s competition and I’m very thankful that I got not just 1 but 5 gold medals plus the Best Male Athlete of the Year,” Pajarito added. Pajaritor who is currently enrolled as a Marine Transportation student in

As the rainy season sets in, a researcher of state think tank Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) is urging government to enhance its overall disaster risk financing and insurance (DRFI) program and expand its mechanisms to mitigate the impact of calamities like typhoons, floods, and landslides, as well as fast-track reconstruction and rebuilding in disaster-stricken areas. In her study, Deanna Villacin said the “ultimate objective of efficiency in DRFI management is to improve financial resilience of the country against natural disasters by minimizing its contingent liabilities.” For one, the Philippines relies too much on annual budget allocations, which is problematic because of its uncertainties. Under the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Act of 2010, the financing requirements for recovery and reconstruction are mainly provided by the NDRRM Fund. Villacin said there are instances when funds for recovery and reconstruction are inadequate, citing as example the post-disaster needs assessment from Typhoons Nona, Ferdie, Lawin

and Nina that “show that even if only prioritized or immediate needs of PHP 21.6 billion are required, the NDRRM Fund balances already falls short at PHP 5.8 billion.” This inadequacy is a wake-up call to government to “prioritize and recognize the fact that many of the needs or requirements [of devastated areas] will remain unfunded”, which she claimed, hampers their full recovery from disasters. While the government can get dole-outs from other sources in times of disaster, “it has to go through a process of approvals that may be time consuming and, therefore, affect recovery and reconstruction efforts,” Villacin explained. Using typhoons Pablo in 2012 and Yolanda in 2013 as case studies, Villacin noted that the approved budget for the post-Pablo rehabilitation was less than the estimated financing requirement. While other funding sources from donors like United Nations and Red Cross have been beneficial, there were no monitoring systems to track projects that were already undertaken, she said. The case is different for Typhoon Yolanda as the

proposed budget was fully approved. The problem was the lack of communication and coordination among agencies and local government units (LGUs). For example, some LGUs were not aware which projects have been approved and the status of funds and project implementation. Another issue that has to be addressed, according to Villacin, is the integration of the government’s DRFI instruments and mechanisms with the current legal and institutional environment in the country, which, she said, “cannot be easily adopted”. The problem with ad hoc arrangements in government in terms of postdisaster response in recovery and reconstruction, Villacin argued, is the lack of delineation of mandates or responsibilities. She noted, for instance, the overlap in responsibilities between the Department of Social Welfare and Development and the National Housing Authority (NHA) in providing permanent shelter to disaster victims. In terms of budget execution, procurement and absorptive capacity issues hinder the timely and smooth implementation of projects in both cases,

she revealed. Villacin said the length of the procurement process delays project implementation. For example, in the construction and rehabilitation of roads and bridges, apart from lack of funds, the Department of Public Works and Highways oftentimes experiences difficulties in processing budget requests and executions. The same issues are also encountered in the repair of school buildings, the author pointed out. In terms of housing, the problems revolve around the flow of funds from the national government to the NHA, getting the necessary permits, clearances, certifications, and licenses for housing projects, and lack of coordination among agencies, LGUs, and stakeholders. While these problems exist, Villacin took note of the initiatives done by the government, such as the institutionalization of parametric insurance (which may be used for early recovery and emergency reconstruction) in the Government Service Insurance System and the recently approved joint circular of the Office of Civil Defense that aims to improve access to NDRRM Fund.

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is walking the talk,” Rifai said, referring to Balesin Island Club. “Sustainability comes from the world sustain and sustain means keep alive. We’re sustaining life, keeping it going because we cannot afford to have any setbacks for our future,” he added. In an interview with the Philippine News Agency, UNWTO Director for Asia and the Pacific noted that sustainability meant “going beyond the narrow concept of being green and being environmentally friendly.” “…When we talk about sustainability it is in addition

to these green concepts. It is about whether you want to ruin your cultural identify, whether you want to give international tourists good time at the cost of ruining local culture and resources and at the cost of not giving economic benefits to the local communities,” Jing said. He said that some issues such as plans to build theme parks in Coron, Palawan, could not exactly destroy the environment as long as there was “a balanced approach to sustainability.” “…You need to get economic viability before you

can talk about social sustainability. Without the money it’s equally unsustainable. What we need is to look at sustainability in a balanced approach,” Jing said. “Yes, of course we need to protect the planet but without the economic income how do we conserve and preserve the environment? About environment protection and social responsibility, it is not a zero some game. One should not replace the other. Economic growth is not the enemy of environmental protection,” he added. (Azer N. Parrocha/ PNA)

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UNWTO Secretary General Taleb Rifai, in a press conference, lauded Balesin Island Club for its commitment to implement its own sustainable tourism program through aquaculture and agribusiness. He, meanwhile, pointed out that to become a sustainable tourist destination, a country should not curb its growth or make short its development bur rather strike a balance between the two. “I believe that this island

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 10th Judicial Region Branch 28 Mambajao, Camiguin

Samaleño Kyle Pajarito, with his five gold and 2 silver medals and trophy, (3rd Right) poses with (L to R) CENRO Officer Darwin Arig, Councilor Richard Guindoman, OIC City Administrator Edward Sisor, Datu Alfonso San Juan Sr. and City Sports Coordinator Mark Latras. Pajarito won 5 gold and 2 silver medals, and was named this year’s Male Athlete of the Year in the National PRISAA 2017 at Iba, Zambales on April 22 to 29.

‘Improve disaster risk financing programs for the rainy season’—researcher to govt

DMMA College, is granted a 5-year scholarship. He plans to join next year’s National PRISAA Pajarito’s achievements were recognized through the initiative of Samal City Councilor Richard Guindolman and City Sports Coordinator Mark Latras during the LGU-Samal’s Monday Convocation on June 19 at the Samal Multipurpose Gym. “We will tap Kyle [Pajarito] to train aspiring Samaleño swimmers in Samal’s Summer Clinic next year,” Samal City Sports Coordinator Mark Latras said. Jezza Samal Info

2nd NOTICE OF EXTRA JUDICIAL SALE Extra-Judicial Foreclosure No. 13-2016 Upon Extra-Judicial Petition for Sale under act 3135 as amended, filed by FIRST STANDARD FINANCE CORPORATION (formerly: First Standard Lending Corporation), with business address at Door 1 and 2, Sheridan Building, Calamansi Drive, Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, against MARIA SOL P. LOBIDO-SIMENE, married to ISMAEL P. SIMENE, a resident of Yumbing, Mambajao, Camiguin, to satisfy the Mortgage indebtedness which as of October 29, 2016 amounted to SIX HUNDRED FIFTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED THIRTY TWO PESOS AND 98/100 (Php. 615,932.98) Philippine Currency exclusive of attorney’s fee, interest, penalty charges and expenses of foreclosure the undersigned or his duly authorized deputy will sell at public auction on AUGUST 17, 2017 at 10:00 o’clock in the morning at the main entrance of the Camiguin Hall of Justice, Lacas, Mambajao, Camiguin to the highest bidder, for cash and in Philippine Currency, the following properties to with: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-3215 “A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 6495, C-8, Cad. 473) situated in the Stio of Centro, Barrio of Yumbing of Municipality of Mambajao, Province of Camiguin Island of Mindanao: Bounded on the West, along line 1-2, by Lot 6494; on the North, along line 2-3, by Provincial Road; on the East, along line 3-4, by Lot 6495; on the South, along line 4-1, by lot 6499, all of cad. 473; Mambajao, Cadastre. Beginning at a point marked ‘1” on the plan being S. 78 deg. 40’ W., 6336.27 m. from BLLM No. 1, Cad Mambajao Cadastre, t h e n c e:

N. 31 deg 13’ W., N. 61 deg 43’ E., S. 32 deg 39’ E., S.56 deg 30’ E.,

34.89 m. to point 2; 14,73 m. to point 3 33.53 m. to point 4 15.56 m. to point of.,

Beginning. Containing an area of Five Hundred Eighteen (518) Square Meters, titled in the name of MARIA SOL P. LOBIDO SEMINE.’ All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated date, time and place. In the event that the publication auction should not take place on the said date for whatever reason, the same will proceed on the following working day without further notice, posting and publication. Prospective buyers may investigate for themselves the titles herein above described and encumbrances thereon, if any there be.

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“We’re ready to file criminal charges against those spreading malicious news about rice in the country,” he said. Government agencies concerned and the private sector, including Grecon, are parties Magbanua is eyeing as members of the proposed committee.

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fake rice to taint us,” he said. Grecon has been NFA’s marketing arm over the years as the 36-year-old confederation is at the forefront of the campaign to ensure there is enough rice in markets nationwide, he noted.

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT-10TH JUDICIAL REGION Branch 42, Medina, Misamis Oriental -oOoIN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION TO USE THE SURNAME “ALBES” IN THE CERTIFICATE OF LIVE BIRTH OF RONNEL ACEDILLO AND CORRECTION IN HIS BIRTH YEAR FROM 1997 TO 1996.

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ORDER Before this Court is a verified petition filed by RONNEL ACEDILLO ALBES of Purok 2 Barangay Maanas, Medina, Misamis Oriental, born at Medina, Misamis Oriental to Renato Abes Albes (father) & Editha Vicente Acedillo (mother), seeking to allow him to use the surname ALBES and to correct an erroneous entry in his Certificate of Live Birth, that is, his birth year-from 1997 to 1996. The Court finds the petition sufficient in form and substance and sets the same for hearing on July 26, 2017 at 8:30 o’clock in the morning, (Wednesday), at Branch 42, Regional Trial Court (RTC), Medina, Misamis Oriental. At the expense of petitioner RONNEL ACEDILLO ALBES, let a copy of this Order be I. Posted at the (1) Bulletin Board of the municipal Hall of Medina, Misamis Oriental, (2) Bullitin Board of Brgy. Maanas, Medina, Misamis Oriental, and (3) Bulliten Board of this Court. II. Published, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, in Mindanao Daily News, located at Tanleh Bldg. Abellanosa St., Consolacion, Cagayan de Oro City, the Court’s duly accredited newspaper of general circulation in the Province of Misamis Oriental. The Local Civil Registrar of Medina, Misamis Oriental, or any interested person claiming interest on the entries sought to be corrected may file opposition within fifteen (15) days from notice of the petition or from the last date of publication of such notice. Lastly, the Court grants the request of petitioner RONNEL ACEDILLO ALBES. He is allowed to litigate his petition as an indigent, hence, is exempt from payment of docket and other legal fees and be charged at cost only on the required publication. SO OREDED. Done in Chambers on June 16, 2017 at Medina, Misamis Oriental.

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“Perhaps by working together, we can assure that rice industry stakeholders are doing their share in protecting the public,” he said. He also expressed hope that the government would enact as soon as possible a law against fake news. (PNA)

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the Super Suzuki Raider R150 One Make Race which is within the Super Series Nationwide Championships – IR Cup Series (Luzon) and Regional Underbone Grand Prix (Visayas and

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EcoBoost turbocharging, direct fuel injection and Twin-Independent Variable Camshaft Timing technologies,” said Joe Bakaj, vice president, Product Development, Ford of Europe. “Even with 10 International Engine of the Year awards under our belt, we’re still finding ways to push back the boundaries of powertrain engineering, and deliver even more benefit to our customers from this acclaimed small engine.” The Ford’s 1.0-litre Eco-

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Fernando, Camarines Sur; Malinao, Albay; Pototan, Iloilo; Argao, Cebu; Mandaue City; Dulag, Leyte; Cagayan de Oro; and Surigao City. Together with the 4,500 expected bed capacity of the eight mega TRCs that are be-

ing built, the department is eyeing a total of 14,500 beds. The TRCs are being established with the help of private entities, such as the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Meanwhile, Ubial said that the department continues to train doctors and health workers in handling the treatment

of drug dependents and in assessing their level of addiction, if mild, moderate or severe. Those with mild or moderate addiction are referred to the barangay health centers for community-based treatment, while those categorized as severe are sent to rehab facilities. (Leilani S. Junio/ PNA)

“We at FedEx are committed in creating safer environments within the community. By awarding our Young Road Safety Champion and celebrating National Safe Kids Week, we continue to harness the power of education and empower the youth as

partners in our road safety advocacy,” says John Peterson, FedEx Express Philippines Managing Director. Observed every third week of June under Presidential Proclamation 1307, National Safe Kids Week advocates awareness on trau-

matic injuries as the leading causes of death in the Philippines. This year, the celebration also featured an advocacy walk and lectures by government partners such as the Department of Health and Department of Education.

Mindanao). During the Carmona leg, spectators saw 25 riders joining the single-make competition during the eliminations to determine the 15 riders to do the battle at the final round. The final round was a close fight between the 15 riders but who

gave us a heart-pumping action were Clifford Bacus and Gian Carlo Mauricio who were head to head all throughout the race. In the end it was Clifford Bacus with best time of 52.646 who got the 1st place, Gian Carlo Mauricio with a best time of 52.908 followed next on 2nd

place and Kerwin Chang with best lap time of 53.784 coming on 3rd Place. The Super Suzuki Raider R150 One Make Race will return on Leg 5 at the Shell Advance Super Series Nationwide Championships in Panglao, Bohol.

Boost engine is offered with 100 PS, 125 PS and 140 PS. Ford EcoBoost petrol engines in capacities up to 3.5-litres deliver power and fuel-efficiency to Ford vehicles around the world, from the compact all-new Ford Fiesta to Transit vans, pick-up trucks, and Ford Performance models including the Focus RS and the Ford GT supercar. The frugal three-cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine was named “Best Engine Under 1.0-litre” by a panel of 58 automotive journalists, from 31 countries. First introduced

to the Ford Focus in 2012, the innovative engine has continued to dominate its segment, faced with growing competition in a category popular with car buyers and important to carmakers. This year, the sub-1.0-litre award category featured 35 engines, nine more than in the 1.0-litre EcoBoost’s debut year. “The baby Ford EcoBoost engine is still the best 1.0-litre, three-cylinder design around, despite newer powertrains arriving on the scene,” said Dean Slavnich, co-chairman of the 19th International Engine of

the Year awards that were held in Stuttgart, Germany, and editor-in-chief of Engine Technology International magazine. “Even more impressive is that it is the first-ever powertrain to secure its class title every year it has been nominated.” The 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine featuring cylinder deactivation technology will from 2018 deliver reduced running costs for customers by automatically stopping one of the engine’s cylinders when full capacity is not needed, such as when coasting or cruising with light demand on the engine.

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the barangay. “Mao na nga pirmi nato panawagan nga kinahanglan gyud nato suportaran ang atong mga barangay tanod kay usually kung naay mga gubot atong masampit diretso ang mga barangay tanod”, he stressed. Salcedo said barangay police, also known as “barangay tanods”, have a big role in the barangay since they serve as the force multipliers in maintaining peace and order. Cooperation Salcedo assured support from chief executives of barangays. He said they will participate in the campaign in implementing peace and order for the benefit of their constituents regardless of their “political colors.” “Ipatawag nato ang chief executive sa barangay, I’m sure nga mo-cooperate gyud ni sila kay nakasalalay gihapon ang kahimtang sa ilang constituents”, he said. The special report of Councilor Daba was referred to the committee on police, fire and public safety chaired by Councilor Romeo Calizo. Calizo’s support Councilor Romeo V. Calizo manifested his positive response to the reactivation of OKK as suggested by Daba. Calizo said that OKK had its best practices as reviewed even before the Oro Multi-Agency Task Force was created thru a resolution issued by the City Peace and Order Council. “It was nice to note, as suggested by Councilor Salcedo, that the heavy point in this endeavor is the deployment of barangay tanods, who formed part of the committee of the Multi-Agency Task Force in providing both the physical security, that is in the enforcement as they are being deputized by our police thru the different local chief executives and even in the collection of information,” the councilor said. The fact that if we secure the different barangays and organize properly the barangay tanods in this particular effort, for sure there will be no problem in the city as a whole, he further stressed. But he also pointed out the problem that may arise, noting that not all local officials in the barangay are operating under this concept. One reason of which is the political color which can be threshed out in due time because there has to be a cooperation and corroboration if only to save the city from any violent incident, he explained. Citing Martial Law and the directive from the national government that the 4th ID has to create the Oro Task Force solely for counter-terrorism, he said there is a need for them to meet even at the committee level in the meantime to get the best chemistry so that, not only terrorism but also the problem on

drugs, criminalities and other related problems may be solved. “What we are afraid of is not what’s going on now, but the after effect of all these incidents and the social impact which can come in not only immediately but also in the future. These are the things that can be threshed out and with all these suggestions, maybe in the mean time, we can mitigate the occurrence of such violent incidents,” he pointed out. (JBD/JAO)

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Council (RPOC) and possibly to the Lower House and the Senate so this could be acted upon. Aside from the M16, the city police office also received two .30 caliber and a .60 caliber machine guns with ammunitions, a Browning Automatic Rifle, 300 M16 magazines and 9,000 rounds of M16 ammunitions. The mayor said he personally asked PNP chief, Director General Ronald dela Rosa, to augment the city police office’s weaponry to deter possible terrorist attacks in the city in the wake of the monthlong conflict in Marawi City as fighting between a band of armed extremists and government forces still continues. The violence in Marawi has displaced thousands of civilian residents who had to flee the city for fear of being caught in the crossfire since violence erupted on May 23. Most of them are staying in evacuation centers in the Lanao provinces and Northern Mindanao, especially in Iligan and Cagayan de Oro. “I asked [the PNP chief] for 200 long firearms. We only received 50. The 50 M16 rifles I requested verbally, but I will follow it up with a written request,” he said, who added it was also an advantage that Regencia, a former police officer, and dela Rosa were together in the now-defunct Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Task Force (PAOCTF). With a formal letter, Regencia said he is hoping that the PNP higher command will consider the need for the Iligan city police personnel to be adequately armed in case of terrorist attacks. For his part, Senior Superintendent Leony Roy Ga, Iligan city police director, said the additional firearms and ammunitions will boost the morale of the city’s law enforcers. Iligan has about 468 police personnel. Although the firearms are used, Ga said they are still in good condition. Ga said they are also waiting for the eight motorcycles, 10 cars and a van which the local government unit will donate to the city police. Regencia said the city government has also purchased an armored personnel carrier (APC) for the use of the police.

Monday, June 26, 2017 The mayor added the city is also planning on buying a helicopter which will be used mainly for police operations and emergencies.

fice, bearing the dry seal of the Commission and a statement that the same is being issued free of charge. (Ferdinand G. Patinio/PNA)

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in 2015, the city government allowed the courts to temporarily use some offices of City Hall as a judicial sala so that justice system will not be hampered. Lao, however, stressed that the two years and six months accommodation given to the judiciary is more than enough for the city to show its compassion and hospitality. He cited that some of the offices of city councilors have been sacrificed to give way to the courts. He said, this has affected the services legislators are supposed to render to the city’s constituents. “We also have the mandate of the people to serve the best way possible,” he stressed. Lao, likewise, aired his concern over the “pitiful” situation of judges who have no proper venue for hearings. The safety of employees and clients is also a matter of concern, with the increasing number of prisoners who are guarded only by few men, he added. As an offshoot of the report, legislators adopted a resolution a resolution strongly reiterating their request to Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno to immediately transfer the courts from City Hall.

of his Papa being proud of his hard-working son, he kept telling Guiseppe he was lazy and good-for-nothing. Finally, Guiseppe just gave up on ever pleasing his dad. He got involved in sports and discovered that he was a very talented, natural athlete, especially in baseball. In fact, he became the most successful son in his whole family. That young boy whom his Papa had always called good-fornothing, became one of the greatest professional baseball players in history. You may have even heard of Guiseppe by his American name, Guiseppe…Joe… DiMaggio. You see, Guiseppe Joe Dimaggio refused to believe all the bad things his dad said about him. He never stopped trying until he finally found his special abilities. So even if your own family has told you that you’ll never be successful and that you’re good-for-nothing, don’t believe them. Just forgive them and know that your heavenly Father created you for great things. You CAN become successful and reach your full potential. Just ask Jesus Christ to take control of your life every day, and He’ll help you to forgive and forget the past hurts, so you can move on to become all He made you to be. Just Think a Minute.

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Law (Proclamation No. 216) in Mindanao on May 23, 2017, as a result of the peace and order situation in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur. The proposal was approved. Further, the issuance of the Voter’s Certification free of charge in Mindanao shall be effective, until revoked by the Commission En Banc,” it added. The Voter’s Certification will be utilized as attachment by “untagged IDPs” in applying for birth registration records and subsequent enrollment as target beneficiaries in the Zamboanga Recovery Project funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs of Australia. With this, the poll body said voters shall personally claim during office hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.), their Voters’ Certification at the Offices of the Election Officer (OEOs) where they are registered. On the other hand, registered voters in Marawi City who are staying at evacuation centers in Cagayan de Oro City and Iligan City, must claim their certification at the Offices of the Provincial Election Supervisors in Misamis Oriental and Lanao del Norte, respectively. It added that the Voter’s Certification must be duly signed by the issuing of-

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so do children. Both need a season and demand the correct strategies and elements for maximum output. Mario went to Bohol Institute of Technology as an academic scholar. Even before graduation, he already was a substitute teacher and worked for the school after graduation. A year later, he pioneered the newly opened Cantaongon High School--a northeastern barangay in Loon; he taught in that LGU-run institution and pioneered its programs being one of the instrumentals in the school’s inception in 1993. The educator’s stint as a school manager started in July 1997 when he was designated as the new school head in Cantaongon High School in the capacity as Teacher-In-Charge (TIC). HisCAGAYAN leadership in manDE OROstyles MAIN BRANCH J Lim Bldg., Tiano Brothers agingP &teachers, students, Kalambagohan Sts., Tel. # (08822) 727-829 * parents and stakeholders Telefax # (088) 856-1947 proved CAMIGUIN to be effective; thus BRANCH Aranas St., Poblacion, Mambajao, he B.ranked at the top and Camiguin Tel. # (088) 387-0491 was promoted to Secondary CORRALES BRANCH Corrales Ave., Cagayan de Oro City School Head Teacher III in DIVISORIA BRANCHhe then 2002. A year later, Atty. Erasmo B. Damasing Bldg., #61 Don A. Velezin St., Cagayan de Oro City topped the rank list for Tel. # (088) 857-3631 principal position; so he was LAPASAN BRANCH again promoted asdethe new Lapasan Hi-way, Cagayan Oro City Tel. # (088) 231-6739 Secondary School Principal BRANCH I in Vamenta 2003CARMEN assigned Cabilao Blvd., Cagayan in de Oro City Tel. # (088) 231-2011 Island at Cabilao National

High School. At Cabilao, Mario was Mr. Light: in that island, there was total darkness even outside the school until he found ways to convince a private entity to provide a 24-hour Solar Powered Energy and successfully developed the Solar Powered Internet Café in Cabilao NHS in 1994--the first solar powered internet in the Philippines at that time. The students, teachers and stakeholders who were deprived the world of computer technology began to enjoy the world-wideweb accessed through the school-developed internet laboratory. These humble achievements led Cabilao NHS to become the National Brigada Eskwela champion for two consecutive years. This initiative in converging efforts among stakeholders pushed his election in 2012 on the board of directors in the district 3 (Loon and Maribojoc town) in the Bohol Electric Cooperative 1, Inc. (BOHECO 1). The longest dreams among Cabilaonons came true when the spirit of volunteerism by counterparting of funds from different sectors led to the materialization of the 24-hour electricity in Cabilao Island in February, 2014 through the P24.9 million Submarine Interconnection Electricity Project . Since 2009, Mario has served at the helm of Sandingan National High School in Sandingan Island, in the same town, as its Principal III. In the schools where he served as leader, the institutions have become repeat awardees of the national Brigada Eskwela leading to the HALL OF FAME AWARDS for successfully winning three (3) consecutive years as the national champions of the DepEd Brigada Eskwela Program. The educator-leader thought about what fulfillment marriage can bring. When he was 28 years old, he married Vergenia Sarong-Garcia. He seems to agree with Franz Schubert’s quote: “Happy is the man who finds a true friend, and far happier is he who finds that true friend in his wife.” The couple found joy being blessed with the only son—Jose Ma. Emmanuel Garcia. His son, Jomare “Undoy”, is now a grade 8 student at Gov. Jacinto Borja National High School (Cantaongoan High School) in Canta-

11 ongon. Unlike other solo children who are expected to be crybabies, he is different. Jomare is trained in feeding chicken, cows, carabaos, goat, household chores and helping the farm. When he was two years old, he already knew how to use the fork and spoon. The father sees to it that Jomare has a sense of accountability and responsibility and learns to value money. When children are always going to the internet stations to play, the father sees the danger of values contamination; so Mario paid for a wifi service at home where his son is monitored. TV is allowed: only for 30 minutes a day. Such upbringing works. As a father, Mario’s challenges include raising funds from his developed rice and corn fields and from livestocks for his family. His regular hobbies include tilling the farmland and raising livestock every early morning and late afternoon. He usually gives home-made food, organic-natural foods in lieu of cash as “baon” for Jomare to avoid his son from eating chemical-filled products. What makes a good father? The educator-leader makes his stand: traditionally, he is the family’s breadwinner. Rearing children should not be hindered albeit one works from sunrise to sunset. A father not just provides full square meals, but also wholesome time to caress, hug, play, work with, listen, talk, tell short stories, act a monologue and teach the child. As Mario puts it: “Establishing a regular routine in leaving and coming home not only builds a strong and healthy relationship at home; it greatly helps develop assurance of responsibility and accountability. A father should know the process of life like solving the quadratic equation, i.e. giving at all times, a balance among treasure, time, efforts, love and family values formation. Having multifarious tasks in our workplace and bureaucracies, I should find time to share the most sliding moment to be with my family during all vacant times to fill the empty space during my absence. I believe the traditional saying: Success in every endeavor in this world is nothing without your family you love to share it with.”

CDO MAIN BRANCH P & J Lim Bldg., Tiano Brothers Kalambagohan Sts., Tel. # (08822) 727-829 * Telefax # (088) 856-1947

DIVISORIA BRANCH Atty. Erasmo B. Damasing Bldg., #61 Don A. Velez St., Cagayan de Oro City Tel. # (088) 857-3631

CAMIGUIN BRANCH B. Aranas St., Poblacion, Mambajao, Camiguin Tel. # (088) 387-0491

LAPASAN BRANCH Lapasan Hi-way, Cagayan de Oro City Tel. # (088) 231-6739

CORRALES BRANCH Corrales Ave., Cagayan de Oro City

CARMEN BRANCH Vamenta Blvd.,Cagayan de Oro City Tel. # (088) 231-2011

EDITOR : MARK FRANCISCO

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cagayan de oro June 26, 2017

HRET takes custody of Oro contested ballots By MARK FRANCISCO

THE House of Representatives Electoral Tribunal (HRET) ordered on June 9 the city Commission on Elections (Comelec) office of Cagayan de Oro and its custodian, the city treasurer of Cagayan de Oro, to turn over a total of 204 contested ballot boxes from the first legislative district of the city that were used in the 2016 congressional elections. It can be recalled that losing congressional bet, former Councilor Lourdes Candy Darimbang, questioned the ballots from 204 election precincts in her district coming from 16 out of 24 barangays namely Baikingon, Balulang, Bayabas, Bayanga, Besigan, Bonbon, Bulua, Canitoan, Patag, Pigsag-an, San Simon, Taglimao, Tagpangi, Tignapoloan, Tuburan and Tumpagon. The ballot boxes were earlier inventoried by both legal camps

of Darimbang and reelected Rep. Rolando Uy under the supervision of the city Comelec office and the city treasurer’s office last January. This time, all the ballot boxes will transfer custody to HRET although its physical location will still remain inside the City Hall compound of Cagayan de Oro where it has been kept after the May 2016 elections pending the resolution of the case. In the new four-page order signed by HRET chair Associate Justice Presbitero Velasco Jr., the tribunal directed itself to collect the ballot boxes from the city Comelec office’s possession. The city Comelec office and the city treasurer’s office are enjoined to cooperate in the process and extend assistance to the HRET secretary who will fly in to monitor the proceeding. Aside from the ballots, the UY boxes contain voters registration DARIMBANG records, book of voters, election day computerized voters lists with voting records and other election paraphernalia and documents.