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Rotary Club of Manila cites Baños as ‘Provincial Reporter of the Year’ By RUEL V. PELONE Managing Editor

THE Rotary Club of Manila awarded freelance journalist and writer Rene Michael Baños as Provincial Journalist of the Year (Mindanao Daily News and Cagayan de Oro Times), the awarding of which was held at the New World Makati Hotel Ballroom in Manila on June 22. Mr. Baños regularly contributes news stories for Mindanao Daily News and its sister lifestyle weekly

Cops raid ex-mayor’s house in Misamis By GERRY LEE GORIT Correspondent

CAGAYAN de Oro City-The police regional office on Wednesday said they did not rule out the possibility that this city is being targeted by terrorists as one of the areas they will bomb following the raid of a former politician’s house that yielded components of an improvised explosive device (IED). Superintendent Lemuel Gonda, Philippine National Police-10 (PNP-10) spokesperson, said it is very likely that both Cagayan de Oro and Iligan City are being eyed as key targets of the Islamic State-linked Maute Group, a local terrorist organization now fighting government forces in Marawi City. See COPS, page 11

newspaper, the Cagayan de Oro Times. “For over two decades, Mr. Baños has covered Zamboanga and Cagayan de Oro cities, providing readers insights into the history and heritage of these places and their people,” the Rotary Club of Manila said in its citation. It added: “It is no mean feat that he continues to regale his followers with the local color woven into news events, issues and developments that affect

not only Mindanao but the entire nation, as well.” “More than a crusading newsman, Mr. Baños is equally on firm footing as a consumer rights advocate that makes him a respected civic leader by the local populace,” the citation read. Other awardees for print categories include Ms. Christina Ruby Mendez (Newspaper Female Reporter of the Year, The Philippine STAR), Mr. CharFreelance journalist and writer Rene Mike Baños (third from left) and Rotary Club of Manila lie Manalo

Dismissed C. de Oro mayor grin on TRO See reporter, page 11

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Police officers from Luzon take a break as they await for deployment to the cities of Iligan and Cagayan de Oro. The 140 policemen are now staying at the PNP-10 headquarters Camp. Alagar in Barangay Lapasan. Photo by Gerry Lee Gorit for Mindanao Daily News

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21st Kaliguan Festival 2017

Cagwait folks awed by Mayor Sara’s visit

MILF open to help resolve Marawi crisis

OZAMIZ City––A top official of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) said the group is open to play a role in resolving the Marawi crisis if called upon “in the greater regard of civilian interests.” “It is not impossible, especially if the civilian interest is at stake. If there is a request, the MILF leadership will probably consider the idea,” Mohagher Iqbal, chair of the MILF peace implementing panel, said in a phone interview. But Iqbal said they are yet to receive a formal request for their involvement in finding a solution to the siege by Islamic Stateinspired Maute group which is now on its fifth week. On Sunday, Abdullah Maute reportedly told emissaries, who took advantage of an Eid’l Fitr ceasefire to see the militants’ leaders, that they will only leave Marawi if the MILF intervenes. Maute also offered to swap their hostages, in particular Fr. Teresito Suganob, with the freedom of their parents, Cayamora and Ominta who were arrested on separate occasions. Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio (in simple black t-shirt) poses with the newly-crowned Perlas ng Kaliguan The militants are said to 2017. With her are Cagwait Mayor Lilian Yu-Lozada, the Perlas ng Kaliguan 2016 and other VIPs. be unwilling to deal with

Gov. Pimentel, Rep. Pichay a no-show during the mayor’s visit

CAGWAIT, Surigao del Sur-Local officials here were surprised in awe to see the presidential daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte Carpio, made good on her promise to grace the fourday grand celebration of the 21st Kaliguan Festival 2017. Mayor Sara and her entourage came on board choppers on June 24 where she graced and became guest of honor of the coronation night of Perlas ng Kaliguan 2017, a beauty pageant among the prettiest bets from the 11 barangays of Cagwait. Upon her arrival, Mayor Sara shared a “boodle fight” lunch with top local and military officials to the delight of local residents seeing a daughter of President Rodrigo Duterte having no qualms about a partaking a modest meal. Rep. Johnny Pimentel, of Surigao del Sur’s 2nd District, Cagwait Mayor Lilian Yu-Lozada and other local officials welcomed See awed, page 11

Photo by Chris V. Panganiban for Mindanao Daily News

See OPEN, page 3

Marawi Mayor to IDPs: Follow traffic rules, govt policies

CONGESTED. The congested areas along Aguinaldo Street and Tambacan bridge in Iligan City.

Photo courtesy of Jay Roy D. Lim/City Information Office

THE city of Marawi has almost 300,000 population and 30% of these populations have evacuated in Iligan City after the siege. The local government of Iligan accommodated 46,140 families with 67,943 individuals and counting. The city is now a little bit occupied, busy and crowded. Cloditho Omondang, head of Iligan Traffic Management Office, admitted the city is now experiencing congested streets due to an additional number of vehicles and commuters. Marawi City Mayor Majul Usman Gandamra urged the residents of Marawi to follow city’s traffic rules and give courtesy to the traffic enforcers. Gandamra also called on the evacuees to cooperate with the authorities in whatever policies, help the local police on peace and order, observe curfew, and practice proper disposal of garbage since Iligan has become their second home next to Marawi. Gandamra said evacuees cannot yet, go back to their respective home in Marawi since the Armed Forces of the Philippines has not yet given clearance to the local government of Marawi. In a radio interview aired over 88.1 Kamatuoran RadioIligan, he said that there are still areas and barangays See traffic, page 11

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Ching pushes for Picop’s revival

the region’s mineral resources, new mining companies will be encouraged by PEZA to put up processing plants that will produce proudly Philippine made finished mineral products. Meanwhile, Plaza said approaches to revive PICOP will be similar to enliven Iligan Steel which she proposed that its huge debt will be handled by the Department of Finance tp find a win-win solution with the local banks and for local government units to relax its collection on delinquent taxes with an offer for them to become co-owners of the company. She undercored the importance of steel as a major production of the country to boost establishment of industries.” How can we produce Philippine made products even like nails when we still import steels?” she said.

By CHRIS V. PANGANIBAN Contributing Editor

BUTUAN City--Philippine economic zone chief Charito Plaza is pushing for the revival of Asia’s largest paper-making company in Bislig City, a move that could boost anew the economic prospects of Surigao del Sur. Plaza, Director General of Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), said resuming the operations of Paper Industries Corp. of the Philippines (PICOP) is attainable provided that stakeholders would come out to a common workable ground. Plaza was referring to new schemes to revive the industry through a dialogue wherein those involved will have to sort it out to resolve the pending issues like old loan obligations from government-run banks in the past and for local government units to disregard the old taxes due so that new investors would be interested to invest in a clean slate. “There are many investors interested and it’s just a matter of minimizing the obligations to attract them,” Plaza told Mindana0 Daily News in sn interview. The former Butuan solon who authored the law creating Caraga region was here over the weekend in

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government on laying down the terms of disengagement. But Iqbal clarified that the MILF has never been involved in efforts to resolve the siege of Marawi, although there have been informal overtures like those relayed through the news media. Early in the crisis, the MILF condemned the mili-

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PEZA Director General Charito Plaza at the forum with local government officials on economic zones. Photo by Chris V. Panganiban for Mindanao Daily News

a presentation with local officials of Agusan del Sur about PEZA’s new programs particularly developing the province into a center of agro-forestry economic zone. Her initiative to enliven PICOP complements a bill being pushed by Rep. Johnny Pimentel of Surigao del Sur’s second district for the establishment of

a special economic zone in Bislig to lure Chinese investors to put up business in the city, a once robust community in the decades back when it hosted the paper-making company considered as the biggest in Asia. Plaza has assured the economic zones in Caraga will consider with highest regard for the protection

of the environment/. “It’s the kind of economic zones that will be put up in accordance with the potentials and resources of the land.” A l re a dy, PE Z A has coined FAME in the economic zones that will be established in Caraga which stands for Fisheries and Forestry, Agriculture, Mining and Ecotourism. She said to fully utilize

tants’ occupation of Marawi and the alleged atrocities they committed. The MILF and government have been cooperating in maintaining a humanitarian and peace corridor to ferret out civilians trapped in the fighting. This effort has so far rescued close to 200 individuals. In the past, the parties have a long history of cooperating alongside negotiations for a political settlement to end the

Moro rebellion. The parties forged a peace pact in 2014. Chief among these cooperative efforts was driving out in 2005 scores of suspected terrorists lurking in various rebel strongholds in Southwestern Mindanao using the Ad-hoc Joint Action Group mechanism. The same mechanism was used to rescue high profile kidnap victims like Irish missionar y priest Michael Sinnot who was abducted from the Mis-

sionary Society of Saint Columban house in Pagadian City in 2009. Iqbal acknowledged the “sensitivity of the issue” which could give the MILF some difficulties in mapping out an action should the group be tapped. “We know the stand of the government regarding the Maute group. We also know how the group regards the government,” Iqbal explained. (Ryan D. Rosauro/for MindaNews)

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Republic of the Philippines 4th SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City CIVIL CASE NO.2017-062

DIVINO BANIEL DERLA AND JUDITH SUNDO AMANCIO, Petitioners. X- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - /

JERRY GANDILAN PERINO AND MARIA THERESA V. ARA, Petitioners. X- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - /

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CIVIL CASE NO.2017-061 FOR: Judicial Confirmation of the DIVORCE Agreement.

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ORDER

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rites on December 17, 1983 at Valencia, Bukidnon, both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their residents at Malaybalay, Bukidnon and Palao, Iligan City respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated from each other for more than Seventeen (17) years,they decided to separate live physically in bed and board thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other,neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on December 17, 1983, so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on July 21, 2017 at 9:00 a.m at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a news paper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 27th day of June, 2017.

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rites on September 18, 2005 at Spring Kibawe, Bukidnon, both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their residents at Naga City, Camarines and Dalipuga, Iligan City respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated from each other for more than eight (8) years,they decided to separate live physically in bed and board thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other,neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on September 18, 2005, so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on July 21, 2017 at 9:00 a.m at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a news paper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 27th day of June, 2017.

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HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

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MDN: June 29, July 1, 3, 5 & 7, 2017

Republic of the Philippines 4th SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City CIVIL CASE NO.2017-063

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HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed in accordance with Muslim rites and law on March 18, 2003 at Poona Piagapo, Lanao del Norte, both of them can be served with summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their residents at 2nd East, Rosario Heights, Iligan City and Purok Adelfa, Mahayahay, Iligan City respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated from each other for more than four (4) years,they decided to separate live physically in bed and board thereby, executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since their separation, they had never been communicating or supporting either financially or emotionally to each other,neither minding each other affair’s; Petitioner’s seek judicial decree of divorce, thereby, severing their marriage bond on March 18, 2003, so that they will have free hand to do what a single man or woman could do without marital burdens. Reconciliation between them had already been diligently employed but all proved futile. WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on July 6, 2017 at 9:00 a.m at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a news paper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 8th day of June, 2017. MDN: June 22, 29 & July 6, 2017

HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

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LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… However, if you do not obey the LORD your God and do not carefully follow all his commands and decrees I am giving you today, all these curses will come on you and overtake you… The LORD will afflict you with madness… and confusion of mind…” (Deuteronomy 28:15, 28, the Holy Bible). -ooo“A R M C I V I L IA N S NOW”, LAWYER URGES: Lawyer Ernesto Tabujara III, a known advocate of arming private citizens as a means of self-defense in a crimeprone country like ours, has this to say as a reaction to the brutal killing of a 58 year old-grandmother and her daughter who were raped and then killed, together with the daughter’s three young children, by apparent drug-crazed criminals: arm civilians now! In a Facebook post, Tabujara said: “Another gruesome massacre. Fiftyeight year- old grandmother and young wife raped and stabbed to death with three minor children. Absence of a male in the house could be offset by simply having a gun in the house. As usual police arrive(d) only after everyone is dead to examine the bodies. Lesson is: split

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second criminal or terrorist stuations require armed citizen response.” Indeed, when private citizens are not allowed to bear arms, they become pathetic and easy victims of lawless elements who are usually armed to the teeth. Thus, I can only agree with Tabujara’s advocacy that everyone should be allowed to carry guns, with one condition: require those who will be allowed to own firearms to undergo regular training and shooting practices. -oooBULACAN KILLERS WERE DRUG-CRAZED, MANNER OF KILLING SHOWED: Initial police reports indicate that the assailants---those who raped the grandmother and her daughter, and who also killed the daughter’s three children---were surely under the influence of drugs when they committed the dastardly crime. Imagine, the grandmother sustained 45 stab wounds, while the daughter had 32 stab wounds. The daughter’s 11 year old child sustained 11 stab wounds, her seven-year old child had 19 stab wounds, and the one year old child had five stab wounds. Indeed, only a drug crazed,

mentally deranged and brain-damaged criminal could perpetrate these kinds of killings, particularly of the one year old child. The manner by which the killings were carried out could also mean that some kind of a deadly message is trying to be conveyed by the assailants with what they did, or they got so scared of being identified that they had to kill everyone in the house. Whatever, this incident only confirms once more the menace and the scourge of illegal drugs in the country, which have put all Filipinos in grave peril. -oooPLACING OURSELVES UNDER GOD’S PROTECTION IN THIS PERILOUS TIMES: With rampant criminality and the abundance of drug crazed persons in the country today, all of whom are ready to commit the most heinous and despicable of crimes while they are under the spell of illegal drugs, it would seem there is nothing else that Filipinos could do to protect themselves. Crazy criminals now could strike at will, surely knowing that many citizens do not have the means---and the knowhow and, most of the time, the killer instinc-

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--to fight back any form of agression against them. No help is to be expected from the police or any other lawenforcement authority, and most often than not, the prosecutorial and judicial systems could not afford immediate remedies. What then do we do? Let me repeat: mental madness or craziness, which is the effect of heavy exposure to drugs and other intoxicating substances or drinks, were prophesied to happen to a nation who no longer listens to, nor obeys, God. Let us therefore place ourselves and our families under the protection of God, by listening to, and obeying, His commands right away! -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.

We need the opposition

MANY people have expressed disgust over the actuations of Senator Antonio Trillianes who constantly PAT SAMONTE CHRIS PANGANIBAN criticized or opposed the Regional Editor Caraga Regional Editor-Caraga regime of President Rody Rene Michael BaÑos uRIEL C. QUILINGUING Duterte. Regional Editor Northmin Contributing Editor Some of them described AL JACINTO JOE FELICILDA the senator as foolish, a Regional Editor-WestMin Editorial Consultant legislator with mental disorder or anything to hit him RODRIGO B. SEVILLA JOE PALABAO straight on his face. Right Regional Editor-Davao Feature Editor away, I judge these critics as Duterte’s die hard followers ATTY. MARIO T. JUNI who would do anything to NOTARY PUBLIC- JUNI LAW OFFICE defend the president, right CELL NO: 09352379999/ (088) 8573595 or wrong. CRUZ TAAL ST., CAG. DE ORO CITY I understand their points Legal Counsel

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and I respect their positions. After all, our society is democratic and everybody has the right to his own opinions. We should even encourage such situation for only in calling the attention of our leaders that we can be united and join hands in making progress and development. This speaks of the power of the people and certainly it is so beautiful that must go on. During the 1972 martial law, there was no opposition in the government. Everybody was living in fear

and honestly that included me. I disappeared from the city and went elsewhere for fear of arrest. I was very critical of Marcos regime that I had lambasted him many times in my infant publication Marcos ordered the closure of several daily and weekly newspapers in Manila and in the provinces. As I said previously, I almost ate grass when I became jobless. I closed my newspaper business and went up to a mountain town to do odd jobs to support my fam-

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ily. Every day I expected a constabulary soldier to arrest me or even shoot me on sight. Then I heard some people in the media were executed. Constabulary camps herded thousands of civilians who opposed Marcos administration. See need, page 11

Think a minute

Life’s surprises THINK a minute. Remember Christopher Columbus, the great explorer from Europe? He planned to sail across the Atlantic ocean to find Asia, but failed. However, instead of Asia he found the New World, now called America. And you know the rest of the story. Of course, America is not as nice as Asia, but at least Columbus’ discovery was not a total loss. It’s funny how life’s disappointments and surprises often can still turn out well. Louis Pasteur was looking for a way to keep wine

from turning sour, but instead he found a way to kill all the dangerous bacteria in milk. Today this process of pasteurization makes milk safe for us to drink. Willhelm Roentgen was working on a way to improve photography, but instead he found the way to make X-Rays, which has enabled doctors to help even save millions of lives. Alexander Bell tried to improve the telegraph, but instead he ended up inventing the telephone. How many times have you really wanted something and did not get it, but in-

stead you ended up getting something even better? So in the end, you were very happy and thankful you did not get what you first thought you needed and wanted. Someone once said: “When God wants to curse us, He gives us what we ask for.” You see, sometimes we want things that are not good for us and in the end will make us very unhappy. So it is because God loves us that He does not give us what we want, but instead He surprises us by giving us something better!

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Don’t forget, since God created you and me, He knows much better than we do what will really make us happy and healthy. This is why asking Him to take control of your life and help you live His way every day is not only the right thing to do, it’s the smartest thing you can do—for your own happiness and safety. Just Think a Minute.

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DA Sec lauds CDO Agriculture and Livestock Expo Cagayan de Oro City - Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Manny F. Piñol lauds the Cagayan de Oro agriculture and livestock organizations for the conduct of the 2017 expo to showcase new technologies in farming. “Through this activity, we have promoted clustering, genetic improvement, disease control, innovative feed production and meat safety and quality,” said Piñol in his message delivered by Atty. Jane Bacayo of the Bureau of Animal Industry during the event’s opening ceremony on June 22, 2017 held at the Atrium, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City. Piñol said the event’s theme “Agriculture Technology: How GIS Can Help You Win the Farm”, is very timely considering that today’s farmers and livestock raisers use modern technology in agri-

DA Secretary Emmanuel “Manny” F. Piñol

culture to save time and money. He added that GIS is an extremely relevant tool nowadays to our farmers. “In crop production, with the use of GIS we can now reduce the amount of fertilizer applied on the plants.” Likewise, Piñol stressed that “this does not only saves money but also helps in saving the environment from overapplication of fertilizers.” He added that GIS can also provide the farmers with forecast on crop production by monitoring drought and flooding in a spe-

The formal opening of the Cagayan de Oro Agriculture and Livestock Expo on June 22, 2017 at the Atrium, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City. Gracing the occasion is City Mayor Oscar S. Moreno, Robert Pizzaro, president of the Oro Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Atty. Jane Bacayo, from the Bureau of Animal Industry who represented Agriculture Secretary Manny F.Piñol, leading the ceremonial cutting of ribbon, together with DA-RFO 10 OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado; and other guests.### (photo by rica jean c. vicoy, refis intern)

cific area. “With the advent of new technologies, this year’s expo becomes more significant towards the integration of technology in the field of agriculture,” he said. Finally, S ec. Piñol pins hope that through this event,

the Philippine agriculture and stakeholders will be able to find ways to use technologies to improve production and mitigate the effects of climate change in the environment. Further, he expects that, with the growing concern for pub-

lic health, this venue would espouse food safety as a requisite for achieving global competitiveness. The three-day Agriculture and Livestock Expo runs from June 22-24, 2017 exhibiting various farm machinery and equipment, i nput s l i ke s e e d s ,

fertilizers, livestock feeds, and other agriculture and livestock products from various sponsors from private companies like Excel Feeds, B-Meg, among others; media groups; DA, and several exhibitors.### (RREPaasa, DA-RFO 10)

AboitizPower, DepEd XII sign P1.5M worth of CSR projects A far-flung public high school and a flood-prone public elementary school in Mindanao are among the recipients of Aboitiz Power Corporation’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects this year, through its subsidiary Cotabato Light and Power Company (CLPC). CLPC, in partnership with AboitizPower and Aboitiz Foundation Inc., (Aboitiz Foundation), allotted about P1.5 million for CSR projects on education this year. The projects were presented on June 7, 2017, during the signing of Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Department of Education Region 12- SDS, recipient schools’ heads, and CLPC in Cotabato City. One of the beneficiaries this year is the Datu Usngan S. Mastura National High School, which will receive 200 brand new armchairs. Datu Usngan S. Mastura National High School is located in Pinaring, Sultan Kudarat in Maguindanao, which is about 14 kilometers away from Cotabato City. CLPC will also turn over soon a newly-refurbished reading and peace hub to the Pagalamatan Elementary School in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao. Apart from the reading

( From Left to Right) DepEd Schools Division Superintendent - Dr. Concepcion F. Balawag, AL Hadja, CLPC AVP and General Manager - Engr. Judy C. Sanchez, N otre Dame Village National High School Principal - Vivencio O. Aniñon, Pagalamatan Elementary School Principal - Salik A. Sulaiman and HR & RED Head - Anna Lea Lee L. Nataño. photo supplied

and peace hub, CLPC will also allot funds to pour concrete on the floorings of Pagalamatan Elementary School and elevate the school buildings there as the school gets flooded whenever the nearby Tamontaka river overflows. Other projects outlined this year include Educa-

tional Assistance Programs to poor but deserving students within the region, Brigada Eskwela Projects, Electrical Laboratory donation, and the first BEST CAP (Barangay Electrician Skills Training and Capability Anti-Pilferage Project). The proj e c t re cipi-

ents include Notre Dame Village National High School,Pagalamatan Elementar y School, Datu Usngan S. Mastura National High School,and Poblacion 7 Tukanes. The biggest chunk of the budget, amounting to almost Php 750,000, is alloted to Notre Dame Vil-

lage National High School for the Project E-Lab. This Electrical Laboratory donation is in support of the TechVoc School, which will enable students to learn the fundamentals of Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM). The projects aims to produce competent accredited

electricians after gaining TESDA’s NC2. Currently, 35 students are enrolled in CLPC’s scholarship program which will continue until they g r a du ate S e n i or Hi g h School. Apart from free tuition, each scholar will also receive stipend ranging from Php 4,000 to Php 7,000 depending on their current grade level. “I am thankful we have organizations like Cotabato Light & Power Company and Aboitiz Foundation that looks after the welfare of the students. Spending this much on education will enable us to build a better foundation for the future leaders,” said Dr. Concepcion F. Balawag, Al Hadja, DepEd’s XII School’s Division Superintendent (SDS). Ms. Anna Lea Lee L. Nataño, CLPC Human Resource/RD head, said that the CSR projects are one of the ways that the company gives back to the community. “We are happy that we have become an instrument in giving a better future for the children in our communities,” she said. Cotabato Light’s CSR Team’s first project for the year was the Brigada Eskwela last May 20, 2017 in Mandanas Elementary School.

EDITOR : ALLAN M. MEDIANTE

Thursday

BUSINESS June 29, 2017

Duterte ‘s first year investment milestones * the fruits of his foreign trips

MANILA -- The strong commitment of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte to promote inclusive economic growth in the country is slowly yielding positive results, a Cabinet official said on Tuesday, June 27.

Speaking before members of the media during a press briefing at Malacañang Palace, Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez enumerated some of his agency’s achievements as part of the pre-State of the Nation Address (SONA) briefings, spearheaded by Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella. Highlighting several milestones in the first year of the Duterte administration, Lopez cited that the number of business companies and organizations coming into the country rose by five percent to 273 from 261 during the period of July to December of 2016. “Notable delegations came from Canada, China, Japan, and even Russia,” he said, adding that the business delegations are in the areas of ship building, food processing, banking, and manufacturing. In terms of investments, the Cabinet official said the Board of Investments recorded a 25 percent jump in the number of investments from January to May this year, compared to the same period in 2016. At the same time, Foreign Direct Investments

also grew by 11 percent to P1 billion in the first two months of 2017. “We’ve gotten the number that business confidence continues to remain very high. We are hitting the number of 43 percent coming from what used to be 34 to 39 percent in previous period,” Lopez said. He said the consumer confidence index, which used to be a negative number some years back, has reached 9.7 percent. Lopez also underscored the productive state visits of President Duterte which resulted in the establishment of goodwill with different leaders and agreements in food security, trade and industry, tourism, agriculture, and business-to-business, among others. For micro, small, medium enterprises (MSMEs), Lopez noted that his agency has established 271 Negosyo Centers from July last year to June 2017. He said the agency has conducted 64 Kapatid Mentor ME programs or its program of training and mentoring of MSMEs nationwide. “So that’s the main thrust of the Duterte administration, it’s how can we elevate the life of many of those at the bottom of the pyramid and how can we really make prosperity and give prosperity for all. So, that’s the reason why in many of the activities, we’ve been

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promoting investments as well,” he said. Investments still up amid Marawi siege Lopez assured the public that the ongoing conflict in Marawi city does not have an adverse impact on the economic activity. “But we’re pleasantly surprised that... On the business, hindi po tayo affected because ‘yung sa mga negosyante, they really

look into the longer term potential of a country and the fundamentals,” he said. “So very bullish ang mga investors locating here. Not to mention the market access if they locate here, the ASEAN, and even our GSP and GSP Plus in US and EU,” he added. During the same press br i e f i n g , P re s i d e nt i a l Spokesperson Abella reported that the Bangko

EastWest‘s CEO foresees Php 4.35 billion income

Antonio Moncupa Jr., EastWest Vice Chairman and CEO.

“As we have said previously, we expect to see steady increase in productivity after we have completed our expansion and as our stores mature. Business has been good. We expect revenue growth to continue besting increases in costs. At the rate we are going, a 25% increase in income this year to around Php4.25 billion is doable,” said Antonio

Moncupa Jr., EastWest Vice Chairman and CEO. This, after EastWest Bank reported a Q1 2017 net income increase of 54% to Php1.2 billion on account of robust loan growth and improving productivity. Its total assets were up 22% from last year bannered by the 25% increase in total loans. On trading revenues that dropped 63% to Php166.5

million, Moncupa explained: “We are a true retail bank where income comes from the old-fashioned loans and deposits business, and not from volatile trading revenues. This means that our business is focused on serving customers well. We are convinced that’s the way to go.” Total revenues in the first quarter of 2017 were up 18% to Php6.0 billion. Core revenues, or income after taking out volatile trading profits, grew 26% to Php5.9 billion. Operating expenses, on the other hand, increased by 13% to Php3.2 billion. EastWest has now almost tripled its branch stores. From 168 in end 2011, it now has 446 stores. The store network expansion

initially resulted to a flat income of Php2.0 billion from 2013 to 2015. “Good things often come with birth pains and difficulties. The thing is to look at the long term,” Moncupa added. Total deposits increased by 26% yearon-year, led by the 32% growth in low cost CASA deposits. Consumer loans were up 43%. EastWest is the most consumerfocused universal bank in the country today. Consumer loans comprised 69% of its loan portfolio. EastWest continues to have an industry leading Net Interest Margin of 7.9%. Annualized return on equity was at 13.8% while return on assets was at 1.7%.

Sentral ng Pilipinas and Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority have signed a Letter of Intent on June 4 allowing qualified domestic banks in the Philippines to freely do business in Indonesia, and vice versa. Meanwhile, the Palace official was firm in reiterating the government’s stand not to heed the Maute group’s demand for a negotiation. “Government’s policy not

to negotiate with terrorists remains,” he said. Abella also assured that President Duterte is on top of the situation and is aware of what’s happening despite being out of the public eye. “Being out of the public eye that is when he is able to really do office work. He signs papers, he reads, he consults. He’s actually very busy,” the Palace official noted. (PND)

Transport agencies told to go back to basics to avoid road crashes An average of 34 Filipinos are killed daily in road crashes according to government statistics, prompting the House Committee on Transportation to discuss solutions with concerned agencies at a public hearing Tuesday to prevent road tragedies. In his opening remarks, committee chairman Rep. Cesar Sarmiento (Lone District, Catanduanes) said road crashes could be avoided if only the basics, such as proper screening of drivers, inspection of vehicles and strict implementation of road safety laws, were strictly followed. “Do we really value the lives of our people or are we treating them as mere death statistics?”, Sarmiento asked wryly. He said road incidents are no longer called ‘road accidents’, but are now officially referred to as ‘road crashes’.

Based on Philippine National Police (PNP) data, road crashes are caused by human error, mechanical defects and faulty road structures. Addressing the issue of mechanical defects, Sarmiento said the Land Transportation Office (LTO) should not allow the registration of a motor vehicle if it fails to pass the roadworthiness test. “The purpose of registration is identification and inspection, and that is why we have this motor vehicle inspection report. Basically, the objective of having the motor vehicle inspected before it is registered is to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy,” Sarmiento said. Hence, he argued that if the vehicle is not roadworthy, then the LTO should not register the vehicle.

EDITOR : MARK FRANCISCO

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IT outsourcing to gain ground amidst digital wave — ePLDT Business technology is rapidly evolving and companies are compelled to undergo a “digital transformation” to keep up with competition. It is such a boardroom priority today that according to the latest Worldwide Digital Transformation Spending Guide from the International Data Corporation (IDC), global spending on digital transformation technologies and solutions will reach $2.0 trillion in 2020. ePLDT, the industryleading enabler of digital business solutions for enterprises in the country, believes that due to the increasing focus on going digital, many companies will find that outsourcing their IT infrastructure & operations is a sound and strategic decision. IT outsourcing is an option where an external services provider — in this case, experts in Information Technology — manages a company’s IT infrastructure for the purpose of business development. One important IT task that is

commonly outsourced is operational maintenance, where the external service provider takes care of managing software, physical infrastructure, data security, and the like. “Undergoing digital transformation requires a company’s in-house IT department to work with emerging and constantly evolving technologies. This can put a strain on their resources. Outsourcing IT takes their hands off the more mechanical tasks enabling them to focus on the strategic part of their responsibilities,“ said ePLDT Group Chief Operating Officer Nerisse Ramos. Companies that offer Managed IT services are called Managed Service Providers (MSPs). They bring world-class knowledge and experience to an organization on an ongoing basis. With an MSP to lean on, companies can have access to new technologies and know-how that include tried-and-true policies. And despite applying the latest technologies, compa-

Bringing the country’s average internet speed close to first-world countries is now a step closer as NGCP prepares to formalize its agreement with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on the use of the grid operator’s fiber optic network for the national broadband program. “NGCP is pleased to be chosen by the government, through the DICT, to be its partner in the national broadband network (NBN) project. We are fully supporting this program and its expedited implementation. We are aware that a well-connected nation, such as South Korea and Sweden, enables a fast-paced exchange of knowledge and information needed to further propel our country’s

growth,” stated Henry Sy, Jr, NGCP President and Chief Executive Officer. NGCP’s fiber optic cables covering 6,154 kilometers or 160,779 fiber kilometers will form the primary network of Pres. Duterte’s priority program to bring wi-fi connection to every corner, and virtually to everyone in the country. Primarily used for internal communication, the unused portion of the cables will help ease the infrastructure burden faced by DICT as it can piggyback on NGCP’s existing network. NGCP maintains, however, that there is still a need for the government to provide last-mile connections and telecommunications-grade redundancies, to deliver services to the end-users. “Since it took over power

nies can save up on money through outsourcing since most MSPs operate through a subscription-based model which minimizes capital expenditures and mitigates the risk of obsolescence. “Digital transformation requires very specific skills to stay up-to-date with emerging trends. Due to this, it can be a difficult task especially for companies whose core business is not IT. In cases like these, outsourcing can significantly help manage the risks as well as resources since the implementation is handled

by IT experts, while the in-house IT department can devote their undivided attention to achieving business goals,” Ramos added. By outsourcing IT, the benefits translate not only to cost savings, but also to overall business productivity. A recent Deloitte survey revealed that 59% percent of survey respondents said outsourcing reduces costs, 45% believed it’s useful in finding unique ways to address capacity issues, and 29% thought it boosts a company’s chances to scale globally.

“A qualified MSP can achieve all of these by streamlining processes and making them more efficient and productive. This enables a company to take advantage of opportunities more quickly,” Ramos said. Stay updated with less cost and minimum risk Stability is another huge benefit of IT outsourcing since MSPs will keep a company’s day-to-day IT environment up-to-date easily and effortlessly by automating the process using specialized tools. MSPs are responsible for several

crucial tasks such as verifying that backups are working, pushing out patches, and auditing inventory to minimize the risk of catastrophic events. They also take on the responsibility of being alerted of unpredictable circumstances such as backup and hardware failures, database corruptions, software crashes, and virus and hacking intrusions, by acting quickly to prevent downtime. A limited in-house IT staff may not be able to respond and take care of the

transmission services and in line with its given mandate, NGCP has made significant upgrades to aging, outdated telecommunication facilities inherited from TransCo to ensure reliable power transmission services

through efficient communication within NGCP and with its customers. Because of these improvements, we can welcome a partnership for the national broadband program without compromising our primary

function as grid operator and transmission service provider. Our government partners can be assured of NGCP’s full cooperation to implement this program as soon as possible,” confirmed Sy.

NGCP is a Filipino-led, privately owned company in charge of operating, maintaining, and developing the country’s power grid, led by majority shareholders Henry Sy, Jr. and Robert Coyiuto, Jr

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NGCP eager to ink deal with DICT for national broadband

R.A. 9048 Form No.10.1 (LCR O) Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province; Lanao del Norte City/Municipality: Iligan City NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION In compliance with Section 5 of R.A.9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that ERLINDA S. HAGANAS has filed with this Office a petition for Change of First Name from “PEPE” to “JOSE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of PEPE JAGANAS who was born on July 7, 1956 at Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte and whose parents are Cristita Quidlat and Pedro Jaganas. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than July 2017. (SGD.) MARIA PURA C. MASCARIÑAS City Civil Registrar MDN: June 22 & 29, 2017

Republic of the Philippines LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL Cagayan De Oro City

Republic of the Philippines LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL Cagayan de Oro City

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In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. No. 9048, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that GEMMA D. JARAPLASAN has filed with this office a petition for the change of first name from “ZENAIDA” to “GEMMA” in the Certificate of Live Birth of ZENAIDA L. DAMIAO who was born on FEBRUARY 21, 1965 in Cagayan de Oro City and whose parents are NOLI A. DAMIEO and REBECCA O. LINDOHAN. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than JUNE 29, 2017.

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. No. 10172, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that RAMELOUS LAZARTE FLORES has filed with this office a petition for the correction of clerical error in the entry of the child’s SEX from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of REMELOUS LAZARTE FLORES who was born on JULY 15, 1977 in Cagayan de Oro City and whose parents are WINIFREDO P. FLORES and JULIETA LAZARTE. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than JULY 3, 2017.

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R.A. No. 10172 Form (LCRD) NOTICE FOB PUBLICATION In compliance with Section 7 of R.A. No. 10172, a notice is hereby served to be public that BERNADETH Cabactulan UAYAN as filed with this Office for Correction of entry in SEX GENDER from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the Certificate Live Birth BERNADETH Cabactulan UAYAN who was born on October 31, 1995. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file her written opposition with this Office not later than July 11, 2017.

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In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice is hereby served to the public that Estrella A. Galeon has filed with this Office a petition for change of first name from “ALMA ESTRELLA” to “ESTRELLA” correction of entry in date of birth from “November 27, 1963” to “November 17, 1963” in the certificate of live birth of ALMA ESTRELLA ALMONIA AMARILLENTO at Medina, Misamis Oriental and whose parents are Illuminado Amarillento and Venturita Almonia. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than________.

(SGD.) ENGR. JAIME P. MABOLO Municipal Civil Registrar

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EDITOR : MARK FRANCISCO

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Thursday

June 29, 2017

People’s Republic of China donates P15 million for rehab of Marawi

Staying true to its bilateral relations with the Philippines, the government of the People’s Republic of China donated PHP15 million for the relief operations and rehabilitation of the besieged City of Marawi.  Chinese Amabassador, H.E. Zhao Jianhua presented to President Rodrigo Duterte, the PHP15 million check donation that will significantly augment the resources of the Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) -- two government arms currently spearheading various health and wel-

fare operations in Marawi, including medical consultations, evacuation and logistical support.    The donation is an example of the flourishing partnership between the two countries and their shared commitment towards sustainable peace in the region.    Meanwhile, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) are conducting rigid military operations in the Southern part of Mindanao to bring ISIS sympathizers before the law or else completely eradicate the extremist groups

that have spawned therein.   While the government does not tolerate terrorists, it looks upon its citizens with regard, staunchly rebuilding Marawi City and bringing those affected to the path of healing.    As of June 26, DSWD had already spent about PHP 85.53 million worth of assistance to the affected families, which included provisions like food packs, hygiene and dignity kits, kitchen utensils and tents among others.    Meanwhile, PHP52.03 million was accounted for DOH-provided health services, including medical check-ups, immunizations, medicines, mental and psycho-social services as well as food and water.   As of the latest government data, 82,767 families or 403,052 persons from Marawi have been displaced, including residents from 20 Lanao del Sur municipalities and 2 Lanao del Norte municipalities affected by the crisis. (PCO-Davao/ PNA)

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WHEELCHAIR TURN-OVER REACHES BARANGAY AGAY-AYAN, GINGOOG CITY – VICE GOVERNOR JOEY G. PELAEZ turned over a brand new wheelchair to FERNANDO C. BANTUG, JR. of Purok 6, Agay-ayan, Gingoog City. Mr. Bantug suffers from Prostate Carcinoma with Multiple Bone Metastases which has seriously affected his ability to walk. The simple turn-over was witnessed by Purok Chairman MELITA B. FAJARDO and Barangay Kagawad RAUL B. CAMAY and TOMMY T. PARAICO. Vice Governor Pelaez has partnered with the Department of Health to help provide necessary medical equipment for the very poor and marginalized.

DILG head bats for nat’l ID system By MARK FRANCISCO

C AG AYA N D E O R O CITY – When the last shot is fired, the rehabilitation of Marawi City begins. And so is the implementation of a unified ID system in the country. At least that’s what Interior Secretary

Catalino Cuy wants. Cuy was in this city last Tuesday for a joint meeting with the Regional Peace and Order Councils (RPOC) of Northern Mindanao, Zamboanga Peninsula and the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). During the meeting,

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June 29, 2017

El Salvador City’s Kasalan ng Bayan Story by MARK FRANCISCO Photos by ERCEL MAANDIG

A total of 111 couples tied the knot in a joint civil ceremony last Tuesday in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental on the occasion of the city’s 10th Charter Day celebration and fiesta of its adopted patron, Mother of Perpetual Help or Inahan sa Kanunayng Panabang. It was the first Kasalan ng Bayan in the city and Mayor Edgar Lignes, who officiated the mass wedding rites, was extremely happy for its tremendous success. All the couples received a wedding cake each from the mayor. Kasalan ng Bayan was just one of the events during the two-day Charter Day celebration. Another huge activity was the Gays Basketball League where LGBT teams from as far as Cagayan de Oro challenged their colleagues during the two-day tournament. This activity was inserted as part of the worldwide observance of Pride Month.

But the real highlight of the Charter Day celebration was the State of the City Address of Lignes. In his very first annual report since he assumed office last year, Lignes announced that the proposed city college of El Salvador will be constructed soon. During his first year tenure, the Lignes administration was able to secure four units of heavy equipment (one payloader, grader, roller and bulldozer each), three L300 vans, three motorcycles, 14 rescue vehicles, three power tillers, three threshers, three corn shellers, one mobile corn mill, two farm tractors and one pumpboat for tourists wishing to go to Burias Shoal. The government also set aside P500 monthly stipend to 700 indigent seniors plus free medical laboratory use in the public hospital. Aside from the city college, a new public market is also in the offing. So what is the secret of the Lignes

administration? “Let every day be a Seal of Good Local Governance day – meaning we must

give our utmost best in serving our constituents here in El Salvador City,” he said.

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We are misleading in our judgment since we did it abruptly The Gospel of Jesus Christ (June29, 2017-Thursday) John 7:40-53” The officers answered, “Never has a man spoken the way this man speaks.” The Pharisees then answered them, “You have not also been led astray, have you? “No one of the rulers or Pharisees has believed in Him, has he? “But this crowd which does not know the Law is accursed.” Nicodemus (he who came to Him before,

being one of them) said to them, “Our Law does not judge a man unless it first hears from him and knows what he is doing, does it? Sometimes we are very particular about the origin of every individual around us and in fact, it leads us to a bias judgment and conclusions. The gospel reminds us that as a human being, we have no power to dig to the bottom if who is God is

and where he came from before he introduced himself to this earth. Romans 11:33-34”Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and unfathomable His ways! For WHO HAS KNOWN THE MIND OF THE LORD, OR WHO BECAME HIS COUNSELOR? But what is important is, we believe despite we do not know him totally and fully be-

cause only God can know God himself. Take note, if you believe without a reason that is the real meaning of faith. In contrary to that, if you believe because you have the reasons to believe, that is not faith. Hebrews 11:1”Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Avoid this principle: to see is to believe. Hold this principle: Believe first before you see.Another

point, they never knew that Jesus was born in Judea the place of their patriarchs and prophets. They commented without any research and inquiries. Sometimes, we are misleading in our judgment since we did it abruptly and no investigations that are being conducted: Printing paid by: Edith Ranoa - Jordan and Crespina Ranoa - Bobong Balino– Cagayan De Oro: # 09187148435: Pray for

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RTWPB bares Productivity Olympics Regional Winners BUTUAN CITY – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) in Caraga has declared the 2017 Productivity Olympics Regional Winners on June 27, 2017 at Watergate Hotel here. The nine winners included: Surigao del Sur Electric Cooperative I - Bislig City, Surigao del Sur; Pure Ever Drinking Water Multipurpose Association - Bislig City, Surigao del Sur; Madyaw Kadyaw Souvenir Shoppe - Butuan City; ANTRECCO – Butuan City; HIROMOCA Corporation (Formerly Hillsview Inland Resort Corporation) – Trento, Agusan del Sur; JIDA Aqua Resources – Butuan City; Almont Hotel, Inc. – Butuan City; San Isidro Upland Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative (SIUFMULCO) – Tubay, Agusan del Norte; S o u t hw ay C o l l e g e

o f Te c h n o l o g y ( S O COTECH)- San Francisco, Agusan del Sur. The announcement was made during the monthly meeting of the Regional Wage Board. The winners presented their stories on how Productivity influenced their respective business geared toward excellence. The Regional S creening C ommittee headed by DOLE-Caraga Regional Director Chona M. Mantilla together with the regional board members and Miss Jolani S. Rendon, a productivity practitioner from Butuan Doctors Hospital, scored and rated the nine establishments based on Resource Management and Business Excellence. RD Mantilla emphasized that “Productivity Olympics is one venue to showcase Best Practices of establishments in relation to Productivity. This activity is an opportunity to tell the world how good you are in terms of business and managing human resources. Through this, we hope that you will inspire

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areas such as Iligan City that offer lamination. But with a unified ID system, this phenomenon can be prevented, Cuy pointed out. An earlier Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) report stated that people posing as

evacuees go to the various evacuation centers in Iligan City each time a distribution of relief goods is held. This, as Davao City Rep. Karlo Alexei Nograles announced that the bill batting for a national ID system has already passed the committee level and is set to be calendared in the plenary. With this development,

Cuy is calling on members of both Houses in Congress to support the bill and fast-track its approval so it would be signed into law by the time the Marawi City crisis is over. He added that having a unified ID for all individuals in the country is just another security measure that the government needs to implement.

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problem as quickly, leading to extended downtime and putting productivity at risk. Meanwhile, Jovy Hernandez--Senior Vice President and Head of PLDT Enterprise—notes that by outsourcing IT, companies can maximize their investments on technology as they are assured of a stable digital environment managed by experts. “While digital tools are vital to set business transformation in motion, implementation is just as crucial. By partnering with MSPs, companies can ensure that their IT infrastructure and strategies align with the latest technologies while still maintaining a customercentric approach. Through this, companies can be more resilient and ultimately, more profitable,” Hernandez said. ePLDT offers Managed IT Services to small, medium and large-scale businesses to deliver world-class IT support at a reasonable and more affordable cost. Its service roster includes IT operations and maintenance for network, systems, devices, security, storage, and contact center support designed on a monthly subscription payment model. For more information about ePLDT’s Managed Service and other services, visit www.epldt.com.

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(Newspaper Male Reporter of the Year, The Daily Tribune), Ms. Marichu Villanueva (Female Opinion Writer of the Year, Columnist, The Philippine Star), Mr. Ramon Tulfo (Investigative Columnist of the Year, Philippine Daily Inquirer), Cebu Freeman (Regional Newspaper of the Year), Biz News Asia (Business Magazine of the Year), ENCLAVES (Glossy Lifestyle Magazine of the Year), Business Mirror (Business Newspaper of the Year), The Daily Tribune (Newspaper of the Year), and Mr. Jose “Joey” Maria Nolasco (Journalist of the Year, Executive Editor, Philippine Daily Inquirer). “As a provincial correspondent for four Manilabased daily broadsheets, I have seen how it is next to impossible for provincial desk editors to accommodate all stories from the provinces that matter, when they are flooded with material from the urban centers of the country and around the world deemed more news worthy,” said Mr. Baños. “Yet we face the same reality and risks as we go about our daily beats in the provinces, maybe even more so, because we cannot hide behind the anonymous masses from those who seek to bury the truth to protect their vested interests,” he said, adding, “But you, as members of the Rotary Club

of Manila, have the means to help us who bring the news from the provinces.” He said: “By investing through regular ads or equity in provincial newspapers in your respective home towns, you can help professionalize our trade, and upgrade the quality of news by helping us attain a respectable quality of life, that does not compromise the integrity of our news reporting, because often we are not only reporters, but also sales persons, marketing staff, newsboys, drivers, printing machine operators, and layout artists.” He added: “With due respect to our colleagues in the urban areas, it is only in provincial newspapers when the news that matter most to the populace can see the light of the day. They say an informed populace makes for honest governance. When you help us in the provinces give voice to the voiceless, and discharge our duties as the Fourth Estate, you help us lead our country to a brighter future.” He said: “It is with a humble and grieving heart that I accept this recognition in behalf of all my colleagues in the provinces who fell in the night, and the many more who continue to toil in fear and darkness. We stand for the Truth that is fair to all concerned, Truth that will build goodwill and better friendships, and Truth that will be beneficial to all concerned.”

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Politicians were arrested and sent to the stockade while others were riddled with bullets by some abusive soldiers for violating curfew hours. It was really a rape of democracy and I saw things around as plain work of evils. Men and women and even small children suffered the brunt of cruel government while Marcos and his official we enjoy the benefits of their styles in government. It was really life in total disarray or broken into small pieces. The lessons that I learned from martial law during the Marcos regime are still haunting me until these days. Now I opposed any move to curtail freedom of the taxpayers. Our government needs checks and balance to scrutinize the destination of our government. This is precisely the essence of a democratic society and we must all abide by its tenets. If we cannot be part of the government in leadership, what are we for in the first place? To me, Sen. Trillianes and other oppositionists in the government are what we need. We should not be dragged blindly to the administration of Duterte all the time. We must use our minds and participate in planning in whatever way possible. That is democracy otherwise, dictatorship shall emerge in our society. I

Thursday, June 29, 2017 urge the opposition to speak louder and bolder for the people and not for themselves personally. Bennex News Service

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The two cities are still under alert level 3 due to the persistent reports of the presence of terrorists in the area. This after law enforcers recovered various ammunition and other items from the house of former Marawi mayor Fajad “Pre” Salic in Purok 5, Barangay Consuelo in Magsaysay town, Misamis Oriental early Wednesday morning. Salic was accused of an alleged accomplice of the Maute Group. He was arrested recently at a checkpoint in Villanueva, Misamis Oriental. According to Chief Inspector Esperidion Biado, head of the Misamis Oriental Provincial Public Safety Company, the following were found inside Salic’s residence: an MK2 fragmentation grenade, two rifle grenades with canister, a 40mm cartridge, 30 rounds of 5.56 live ammunition, six metal tubes believed to be non-electric blasting cap, a customized electronic switch, a pilot valve attached to a jack connector, a 9-volt battery, and two packs of undetermined gray powder. The search was witnessed by two barangay officials and the house caretaker. The raid was based on a search warrant issued by Judge Mirabeaus Undalok of Regional Trial Court 10 Branch 43 of Gingoog City for violation of section 28, article 5 of RA 10591 or the Comprehensive Law on Firearms and Ammunition. Biado said some of the recovered items were parts of a home-made bomb, and in fact, they found an IED that is ready to be used. None of Salic’s family members were present during the raid, he said. Biado said they were tipped off of Salic’s residence in Magsaysay right after his arrest in Villanueva. He said they have been monitoring the former mayor’s residence, which also included two beach cottages, located in the village’s coastal area. According to their intelligence report, armed men on board large vehicles were seen going in and out of Salic’s residence in the past few days. Biado said they are also investigating the caretaker if she is in connivance of Salic.

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a petition for the issuance of TRO Tuesday afternoon after learning that the DILG regional office has obtained the dismissal order of the anti-graft court, also on Tuesday, in connection with the alleged rental of equipment sans public bidding when Moreno was still the provincial governor of Misamis Oriental.

DILG Regional Director Arnel Agabe explained Wednesday morning that the DILG would serve the dismissal order after complying all the documents as part of the “protocol.” However, before the DILG could comply all the required protocols, the Cagayan De Oro-based Court of Appeals has granted Moreno motion, which was delivered to the City Hall about 11:00 in the morning. In the six-page resolution signed by Associate Justices Edgardo Camello, Oscar Badelles and Louise Acosta, the CA ruled that the Ombudsman decision was not yet final and executory since Moreno has already filed a petition for injunction in the matter. “Finding the reasons stated therein to be of sufficient urgency and so as not to render the reliefs prayed for in the petition moot and academic pending the resolution of petitioners’ prayer for the issuance of a writ of preliminary injunction, this Court resolves to grant the temporary restraining order for 60 days unless sooner revoked,” the decision noted. The CA likewise ordered Moreno and the other respondents in the case – Patrick Gabutina, Elsie Lopoy, Rolando Pacuribot, Divina Bade, Cancio Guibone , Leemar Tinagan and Elmer Wabe – to post a collective bond of P100 , 000 for the petition for the issuance of the injunction. As part of the court procedure, with the issuance of the 60-day restraining order, Moreno’s lawyer would again file a petition of the writ of preliminary injunction (WPI) to plea for the continuity of the restraining order. Apart from the Ombudsman’s dismissal order, the anti-graft court also filed criminal charges against Moreno and the seven other indicted officials with Sandiganbayan. This is the second time that Moreno evaded the anti-graft court dismissal order. The first was the case involving the PHP 2 million Ajinomoto anomaly in 2015 when Moreno has obtained a TRO, just hours “after” the DILG served the dismissal order then. Like the latest case, the Ombudsman also filed criminal charges against Moreno and former City Treasurer Glen Bañez with the Sandiganbayan. Moreno is still facing dozens of pending graft cases involving various alleged corruption charges, including plunder, in Misamis Oriental during his incumbency as provincial governor and in Cagayan de Oro City as City Mayor.

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Mayor Sara when she and her party arrived early noon but residents were wondering why Gov. Vicente Pimentel and Rep. Prospero Pichay of the

province’s 1st Distric t never showed up. Mayor Duterte-Carpio has made good to her commitment to visit Cagawait on its special day after learning that President Duterte won resoundingly here. Political pundits, however, opined that Pimentel and Pichay’s no show may have something to do with their defeat here in last year’s election. A long-time resident, ask ing for anony mit y, disclosed Pimentel used to chip in at least P500, 000 fund for the Kaliguan Festival celebration in the past, but this year’s he did not extend any financial support even if he was told that the presidential daughter will visit. The opening day ceremony on June 22 was graced by Charito Plaza, Director General of Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), who was elated by beauty of the Cagwait White Beach which she regarded as the “Boracay” of Mindanao. S h e v ow e d t o h e l p push the area as one of PEZA’s eco-tourism zone of Caraga. In her speech during t h e c oron at i on n i g ht , Mayor Sara thanked the local residents here for their overwhelming support to her father in the 2016 presidential elections relaying the President’s message in vernacular Bisayan dialect. Mayor Lozada said the four-day event was successful amid tight security and Mayor Sara DuterteCarpio’s attendance made local residents felt at ease of a peaceful celebration even as Mindanao is under Martial Law. “At first, we were apprehensive because of Martial Law, but it turned out to be okay, since thousands of people came to witness the array of exciting events,” Lozada said. She said what made this year’s celebration more special was the presence of Mayor Sara and the homecoming of thousands of local residents who are already living elsewhere in the country and abroad for the first ever “Panagtapok Nan Cagwaitnon.” Lozada said the homecoming were organized by the alumni associations of four schools of Cagwait which had drawn alumni coming from the Middle East, USA, and domestically from Cebu, Davao and Manila. The homecoming was highlighted by the “Dinner for a Cause” with local bands entertaining the guests.

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in Marawi that are not safe for the residents. He assured the evacuees that they will be properly informed should the military will give the green light. Iligan Mayor Celso Regencia also appealed to the people of Marawi to respect the city’s rules and regulations. Regencia said he fully understands the situations of the IDPs. “The city government of Iligan has been receiving complaints against our Muslim brothers such as beating, mauling snarling public utility drivers and traffic enforcers, throwing garbage along the streets and anywhere,” said the mayor of Iligan. On one hand, Mayor Gandamra thanked the city government of Iligan under Mayor Celso G. Regencia for accommodating and giving shelter to all the IDPs. (Genevieve G. Cantor, City Information Office- Iligan City) EXTRAJUDCIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS WITH SALE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the deceased Spouses ALEJANDRO FABIAN JULIAN, who died on May 11, 1997, and ISIDORA DELA CRUZ JULIAN, who died on December 13, 2016 both at Sto. Nino District, Pagadian City, Philippines, without living a will. That the deceased, at the time of their death certain parcel of agricultural land situated at Poblacion, Dimataling, Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines, more particularly described as follows; “A parcel of land (Lot 38, Pls-250), situated in the brangay of Poblacion, Municipality of Dimataling, Province of Zamboanga del Sur, Island of Mindanao, Philippines; containing an area of THIRTY THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR (33,384) SQUARE METERS, more or less; is the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS WITH SALE; made and executed by and among between; SABINO DELA CRUZ JULIAN, of legal age, single, Filipino and a resident of Sto. Nino District, Pagadian City Philippines; VICTORIA DELA CRUZ JULIAN, of legal age, married to Juanito Silvano Rom, Filipino, and a resident of Sto. Nino District, Pagadian City, Philippines; and ISIDRO DELA CRUZ JULIAN, of legal age, married to Judith Mag-aso Bayotas, Filipino and a resident of Sto. District, Pagadian City, Philippines; We SABINO C. JULIAN, VICTORIA C. JULIAN and ISIDRO C. JULIAN, for and in consideration of the sum of TWO HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND PESOS (Php250,000.00), Philippines Currency, to us in hand paid by HAMIDA MAMINTO SALAMAT, married to Bukhare Tahir Dumato, of legal age, Filipino and a resident of Locuban, Dinas Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines, and receipt of which sum is hereby acknowledged by the VENDORS, from the VENDEE, to their entire and full satisfaction, the said VENDORS, do by these presents hereby SELL, CEDE, TRANSFER and CONVEY, in a manner absolute and irrevocable, unto the VENDEE, his heirs, successors and assigns, the above-described parcel of agricultural land including all improvements found and existing thereon. Under notary public of MIGUEL M. LINGATING, as per Doc No. 71, Page No. 15, Book No. XIX, Series of 2017. MDN: June 22, 29 & July 6, 2017

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Davao search for 2017 TOYM on

DAVAO CITY - The Junior Chamber International Philippines (JCI Phils.) has launched its search for the 2017 Ten Outstanding Young Men. Now on its 59th year, the 2017 TOYM banners the theme “United in Purpose Towards Nation Building.” TOYM seeks to give national recognition to young Filipino men and women whose selfless dedication to their profession or vocation has resulted in significant

contributions to the welfare of their countrymen and to the country at large, as well as to the advancement of their respective fields of endeavors. From it s i nc e pt i on TOYM awardees now total 485 men and women who are considered as the

beacons of light of the nation. They comprise the who’s who of in outstanding achievements in areas such as Community Service, the Arts, Literature, Journalism, Education, Law, Politics, Agriculture, Science and Technology, Economics, Banking, Business, Sports, Government Service, and many other important fields. JCI Senator Disston Tan of JCI Mandaue currently chairs the 2017 TOYM Search. JCI Phils is inviting the

support of the public by nominating qualified individuals for the award. Nominations can be downloaded at http://toym.jci.org.phor https://web.facebook.com/ TheOutstandingYoungMenPH. Those who can qualify fo TOYM nominations are; Any Filipino citizen (including naturalized citizens between the ages of 18 and 40) is eligible for nomination. Nominees must be aged 40 or below by December 31 of the current year. “Filipino” is defined

as a) Those born in the Philippines or in a foreign country. In this case, the father or the mother may be a natural born or naturalized citizen of the Philippines; or, b) Those who, at the time his or her bid was received by the TOYM Committee, are a naturalized citizen of the Philippines and those who have elected Philippine citizenship; or, c) Those who, despite having renounced his Philippine citizenship at the time his or her bid was received by the TOYM

Committee, have one or both parents who is/are citizen(s) of the Philippines; or, d) Those who, despite living outside the Philippines as resident aliens or immigrants of another country, have one or both parents who is/are citizens of the Philippines. The TOYM Awards search is co-presented by PLDT in cooperation with TOYM Foundation and Gerry Roxas Foundation. The Davao launch of the 2017 TOYM is slated on July 28. PIA

Davao del Sur celebrates 50th Founding Anniversary All municipal towns and the component City of Digos celebrated the 50th Founding Anniversary of the province of Davao Del Sur last Tuesday. The celebration marked a flag raising ceremony and a concelebrated mass at the Davao Del Sur coliseum led by Governor

Douglas Cagas and wife Rep. Mercedes “Didi” Cagas. Joining the celebration was witnessed by the members of the provincial board of Davao Del Sur and top officials of the Philippine Army and the Philippine National Police (PNP).

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte presides over the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board Meeting at the Aguinaldo State Dining Room in Malacañan Palace on June 27, 2017. Also in the photo from left are Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea and Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III. presidential photo

LTFRB meets commuter van owners, drivers over reckless driving, others

Above photo shows Davao Del Sur Rep. Mercedes “Didi” Cagas, with bouquet, cut the ribbon to mark the celebration of the “Golden Year Anniversary” of the Davao Del Sur, June 27, 2017. Photo Below shows Gov. Douglas Cagas, of Davao Del Sur, 2nd from left, lead the commemoration of the province 50th Anniversary together with top military and police officials in the Davao Del Sur. photos: romy sanchez

DAVAO CITY -- The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will be meeting Tuesday, June 27, the commuter van operators and drivers over issues and problems over complaints of reckless driving and speeding ans other issues to their operation. It is eyeing the lifting of suspension of the operation of UV Express Service operating in Davao City and towns in Davao del Norte, Compostela Valley, Davao Oriental and other neighboring provinces or the northbound vans. However, the lifting of the suspension will depend on the result of the final findings on their operation and consultation with all

operators, driver of the UV Express Service and other public utility vehicles today at Linmarr Inn. In a chanced interview Monday, LTFRB Chair Martin Delgra said it is not only simply lifting the suspension but they have to address the problems on the operation of the commuter vans given that they have been receiving many complaints on reckless driving and speeding since last year. “Our attention has been called and we have to respond to it,” Delgra said, adding that complaints also came from congressmen. He said LTFRB and traffic officials will sound off all problems and address all issues during the consultation. It may be recalled that

LTFRB issued a Board Resolution asking UV Express Service to cease and desist operations on June 15 following the deadly road accident wherein a UV Express van from Montevista, Compostela Valley rammed an Isuzu forwarder truck along the Davao-Agusan Highway in Bunawan, Davao City. The accident left 11 persons dead and seven others badly injured. The accident pushed the LTFRB, which takes charge of the franchises and operations of all public utility vehicles to look into the operation of the UV Express Service. The accident also prompte d Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio to ask for a crackdown on illegal pas-

senger vans plying between Davao City and neighboring provinces. Delgra said they will not only address the issues facing the northbound but also others. He said their decisions will not only cover UV Express in Davao but also cover nationwide of the same operation. At the same time, LTFRB will also conduct vehicle tagging to determine which are illegal and legally operating. “If you’re not in the database, then you are illegal,” Delgra said. Delgra explained the suspension should be taken as government’s opposition to their operation but a decision to protect and ensure safety of the riding public. PNA