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CAGAYAN de Oro City-Residents in the floodprone communities in Macasandig prodded President Rodrigo Duterte to order other government agencies to fast track the construction of mega dike in Cagayan de Oro river. In a letter addressed to Duterte, the residents wrote: “We, the residents of Tambo, Biasong, Lower St. Ignatius, SLR Homes, Tomas Saco 14, Lower de Lara St., Tibasak, Royal Palm Mansion, Sunshine Village, Golden Shower, Corona Drive, Sapphire Drive, Platinum Drive, Mediante Compound, Rainbow Drive, Agape Drive, Feroza Drive, St Cruz St., Immaculate Conception Village, Balangay Mouswag, and Palmera Drive of Barangay Macasandig, Cagayan de Oro City, whose signatures appear in the attachment, appeal to your good office to facilitate the implementation of measures, See hit, page 11

THE DIKE. The still unfinished dike project at the lower Macasandig portion in Cagayan de Oro. Residents are demanding that the dike construction be completed the soonest possible for their protection against flooding. Photo by Gerry Lee Gorit

Bombmaker yields By CHRIS V. PANGANIBAN, Contributing Editor

SAN Francisco, Agusan del Sur--An alleged young New Peoples Army who is a maker of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) used by the rebels in landmines planted during ambush operations yielded to the military on March 11, belated report said. Lt. Col. Xerxes Trinidad, commander of the 36th Infantry Battalion based in Tago town in Surigao del Sur, said Edwin Martinez Coquilla alias Jemar, 21, a resident of Cabangahan village in Tago personally turned himself in along with nine Anti-Personnel IEDs. Coquilla is said to be squad leader See yields, page 11

Result of forensic exam to find out if cop kills self By CRIS DIAZ Executive Editor

CAGAYAN de Oro City-Local police authorities are awaiting the result of the forensic examination that would likely lead to the cause of death of the police officer in Cagayan De Oro City Wednesday dawn.

Police Officer 2 Joseph Marimon, was found dead with a bullet in his head in his room in the headquarters of the Cagayan De Oro Mobile Force in the old Maharlika Police Headquarters in Carmen here. Marimon was in full uniform and was reportedly preparing for duty when the

Duterte narco-list includes 289 village execs SOME 289 barangay (village) officials are in the narco-list of President Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) said Wednesday. PDEA Director General Aaron Aquino revealed that those included in the list are 143 barangay chairmen and 146 barangay kagawads. Out of this number, 41 were arrested, five died in legitimate police operations, 27 were victims of homicide which is now PDEA Director General Aaron Aquino. (Photo from Direc- under investigation, three tor General Aaron Aquino Facebook page) recorded natural deaths, five

used other names or aliases and one was murdered due to political rivalry. To date, 207 barangay officials are active in the illegal drug trade based on PDEA-National Drug Information System (PDEANDIS) record. Aquino said that pursuant to Executive Order No. 15, PDEA, as chair of the Interagency Committee on Anti- Illegal Drugs (ICAD), has the verified precise data on the barangay officials linked to illegal drug activities. This information was

obtained from the report of Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Council (BADACs) nationwide. Aquino believes that the number is expected to increase once the validated list of barangay officials involved in illegal drug trade is submitted. The Department of the Interior and Local Government and its attached agencies commits its full support to PDEA in providing information on drug personalities for

fatal incident reportedly took place. Investigators are now focusing on three different angles that could possibly establish the death of Marimon . A police official said that the investigators and trying to find out See kills, page 11

Quake rocks B’non ILIGAN City--A magnitude 5 earthquake jolted Bukidnon and neighboring provinces mid-afternoon Thursday, but the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said it was not expecting damage, although aftershocks are likely. It was reportedly of tectonic origin at a depth of 1 kilometer. PHIVOLCS said it was felt as Intensity IV in Iligan City, Intensity III in Cagayan de Oro, and Intensity II in Kalilangan, Bukidnon. (MindaNews)

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TESDA-10 Spearheads the Regional Community Training and Employment Coordinators Summit

Cagayan de Oro City -- A total of eighty-four (84) Community Training and Employment Coordinators (CTECs) from the municipalities and cities in Region 10 will gather on March 21, 2018 to attend the Regional CTECs Summit/ Capability Building Program at Dynasty Court Hotel. The event is spearheaded by TESDA-10 in relation to its intention to strengthen and capacitate the CTECs owing to their crucial role in skills development programs as stated by TESDA-10 OICRegional Director Tarhata S. Mapandi. The CTECs are also known as the “LITTLE TESDA” in the municipalities and cities whose role is to assist TESDA in the implementation of various programs and activities in their locality. The main focus of the activity is for the CTECs to familiarize the programs and services of TESDA and share their best practices as to the implementation of the programs. An estimated 100 participants will attend including See summit, page 11

As part of the Rabies Awareness Month in March, Ozamiz City through its Veterinary Office conducts a mass Anti-Rabies Vaccination activity of adult dogs and puppies on 5 March 2018 at Ozamiz City Hall Ground, Misamis Occidental. Shaine Mae Nagtalon/PIAMisOcc

Ozamiz holds mass anti-rabies vaccination OZAMIZ CITY, Misamis Occidental -- As part of the Rabies Awareness Month in March, Veterinary Office in Ozamiz City conducted a mass Anti-Rabies Vaccination activity of adult dogs and puppies on 5 March. With the theme ”Barangay Kaagapay, Laban sa Rabies

Tagumpay,” the activity showcased the value of collaborative efforts and emphasized dog vaccination as one of the key strategies for eliminating rabies and declaring the Philippines Rabies Free in 2020. This also served as venue to provide proper knowledge

DSWD-10 highlights awardees, partners in 67th anniversary C A G AYA N D E O R O CITY -- With the theme, “DSWD@67: Walang Puwang sa Katiwalian ang Paglilingkod nang Tapat sa Bayan (true public service with no space for corruption),” the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 10 celebrated its 67th anniversary by giving recognition to their partner organizations and loyal employees on March 9, in Cagayan de Oro. “The theme emphasizes the principles of efficiency, honesty, and professionalism among its employees and underscores the importance of protecting and promoting the integrity of the Department and all its staff,” says DSWD Regional Director Nestor Ramos. To recognize partners and stakeholders who have been helpful in providing assistance to the various activities of the DSWD especially during disaster and emergency response operations, implementation of protective and promotive programs and services, capacity-building activities, and other means of support to assist the marginalized

on the prevention and management of Rabies. City Veterinary head, Doctor Lordios Caliao stressed the importance of responsible pet ownership in having a healthy environment. Doc Caliao said, “These animals are considered as

man’s best friend. They are loyal, they provide joy to the people.” He also encouraged all pet owners to make sure that their pets are rabies free by having them vaccinated. In the observance, the office provided free anti rabies vaccination and consultation

to responsible pet owners. Further, a motorcade participated by Department of Health and City Veterinary staff kicked off the monthlong celebration which aims to bring awareness on Rabies – a deadly virus which affects animals and humans. (Shaine Mae R. Nagtalon/PIA MisOcc)

Building in most affected area in Marawi where a 500lb bomb was found. With the theme, “Walang Puwang sa Katiwalian ang Paglilingkod nang Tapat sa Bayan,” the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 10 holds their 67th Anniversary Culminating Night that will highlight the Panata Ko sa Bayan Awards, Service Loyalty Awards and presentation of PRAISE Awardees on March 9 in Cagayan de Oro City. PIA/Cagayan de Oro City

and poor sectors of the society, the DSWD also held the 2018 Pagkilala sa Natatanging Kontribusyon sa Bayan (PaNata Ko sa Bayan) Awards. Among the regional awardees for this year include Canitoan Health Center, Mallberry Suites and Business Hotel, Citizen Watch for Good Governance and Multi Star International Inc. Furthermore, to recognize the people who have been helping the department to work doubly hard to ensure that DSWD’s resources,

as channeled through its programs and services, are used for the public good and not to benefit the interest of only a few, loyalty awards were given to deserving DSWD personnel. The loyalty awards as shared by Ramos is given to individual employees who serve as sources of inspiration and motivation to other employees and in recognition of their unwavering commitment in delivering excellent results in their long years of public service.(RTP/PIA10)

AFP clarifies restrictions on access to MAA in Marawi By Sweet Lucman

ILIGAN CITY -- Joint Task Force Ranao (JTFR) conducted security and support operations (SASO) to clean the Ranao provinces with local terrorist group’s (LTG) remains to provide a safe and unremitting recovery for Marawi City’s clearing and rehabilitation particularly the most affected area consisting of 24 barangays and being treated in a manner by cluster to facilitate the clearing process. This is among the reasons why the residents are still prohibited to enter the

Most Affected Area (MAA) in Marawi City, as discussed by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) at the Task Force Bangon Marawi (TFBM) Technical Working Group meeting. According to them, this AFP mission continues effective October 24 last year. Capt. Julesther Cañada, Joint Task Group Builder commander, said 100 percent of road network is cleared. There was also clearing and rehabilitation of the Grand Mosque in the city. In the clearing See clarifies, page 11

The 650m radius covered by a 500lb-bomb.

Map of the most affected area in Marawi City where bombs were found.

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Davao City carts 64 golds as ‘Batang Pinoy’ ends in Misoc By PHILIP JAMES TREMEDAL Correspondent

OROQUIETA City, Misamis Occidental—Athletes from Davao City hauled the most number of gold medals as the Batang Pinoy Mindanao qualifying leg wrapped up here on March 12. The athletes from General Santos City and Davao del Norte took home the second and third spots respectively. All the 1266 medals have been awarded after the seven days of healthy competition among Mindanao athletes to qualify for the Batang Pinoy Nationals to be held in Baguio City in September. Davao City hauled 64 golds, 35 silvers, 27 bronzes or, 14 golds ahead of General Santos City after dominating the final games to include Batang Pinoy 2018 Dance Sports Competition and chess. General Santos City was declared as the second overall winners for garnering 50 golds, 53 silvers, and 58 bronzes; Davao del Norte placed third in the

medal standing with 39 golds, 28 silvers, and 42 bronzes; Zamboanga City came in fourth with 38 golds, 13 silvers, and 28 bronzes; Koronadal City landed on the fifth place with 28 golds, 31 silvers, and 41 bronzes while the sixth place went to Tagum City with 28 golds, 29 silvers, and 23 bronzes. On the 7th place is Cotabato with 26 golds, 25 silvers, and 20 bronzes; South Cotabato took the 8th place with 25 golds, 35 silvers, and 34 bronzes; and in the 9th place is Iligan City with 20 golds, 27 silvers, and 25 bronzes while Cagayan de Oro City got the 10th place in the medal standing with 19 golds, 10 silver, and 9 bronzes. On one hand, the town of Plaridel remained in the 14th place with 5 golds, 8 silvers, and 5 bronzes; Calamba landed in the 26th place with 3 gold, a silver, and 3 bronzes; Aloran on the 39th place with a silver medal, Panaon in the 42nd place with a silver, Jimenez on the 46th place with a bronze in the Little League

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Baseball Team Oroquieta City, co-host of Batang Pinoy, after showing its might in Sepak Takraw Girls (Doubles) and Lawn Tennis Boys (Doubles) landed in the 16th place with 5 golds, 3 silvers, and 6 bronzes. Indeed, Oroquieta City will be joining the Batang Pinoy national finals in September, as well as the towns of Plaridel and Calamba. On one hand, the provincial government of Misamis Occidental is hopeful that it will be able to host the 2019 Palarong Pambansa with the successful holding of Batang Pinoy Mindanao qualifying leg this May. Provincial Board Member Richard “Voting” Centino, chairperson of the sports, youth development, games and amusement, thanked and congratulated the athletes, coaches, trainors, parents, and stakeholders to include the employees and volunteers for making the Batangay Pinoy successful. For her part, See GOLDS, page 11

Governor Hermie M. Ramiro also thanked all those who made the holding of Batang Pinoy successful. Ramiro, who did

not just witness the awarding ceremonies, but also watched some of the games in the finals, including the Dance Sports Competi-

tion, attributed the success of Batang Pinoy that runs from March 6 to March 12 to all participating local government units, athletes,

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Real problem on political dynasties, Chief Justice Puno

LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love…” (2 Peter 1:5-8, the Holy Bible). -oooTHE REAL PROBLEM ON POLITICAL DYNASTIES, CHIEF JUSTICE PUNO, ARE LEADERS WHO FAILED TO TEACH OUR PEOPLE GOOD VALUES: Well, Chief Justice Reynato Puno, isn’t it true that the politicians and their relatives who regularly run for, and then win and are

installed at, public offices are elected by the Filipino electorate themselves? Isn’t it a fact that Filipino voters themselves are the ones electing families who have formed political dynasties? If it is the people themselves who have been installing, by their votes, candidates who are related to one another to different elective positions, isn’t that democracy in action, Mr. Chief Justice? Perhaps, if our voting countrymen were only properly taught by erudite and learned leaders, like you, Chief Justice Puno, they would be more circumspect in choosing who they would vote for. Perhaps, if Filipino voters were only taught how

to have a healthy fear and obedience and love of God by our Christian leaders, like you, Chief Justice Puno, they would no longer be selling their votes, or maybe, they would no longer be voting for candidates who are known to be corrupt and selfish. The real problem here, Chief, are our leaders who failed to do something good for our people, or who failed to teach good values to our countrymen! -oooDIVORCE IS NOT THE ANSWER TO MARITAL WOES, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN OF CONGRESS: If the truth be told, the problem in this country today really are our leaders, particularly those who have

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been installed as congressmen and senators, who have apparently not been blessed with the capacity to think of appropriate solutions that would solve the many ills confronting the nation. Beloved lawmakers, divorce is not the answer to the problems of couples who find themselves at odds and could not understand one another. The real answer is, teaching them the commands of God which mandate love for one’s spouse and offspring, for family and for fellow human beings. See PROBLEM, page 11

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Can’t get no satisfaction

THINK a minute. What’s your pleasure? Do you enjoy music and parties? A nice meal with your closest friends? Or do you enjoy gambling and alcohol? Maybe you love sports like football, tennis or golf? What’s your greatest pleasure? As one guy puts it: “What turns your eyes red?” Pleasures make us feel alive and free. But the problem with pleasure is that it only makes us feel good and satisfied for a short time. Unfortunately, we still end up feeling like the old hit song by the Rolling Stones: “I can’t get no satisfaction.” After the party’s over we’re back to living our same, everyday life and

responsibilities. It seems even worse after your big high and pleasure. Just ask the guy with the terrible hangover. Ask his wife or kids whom he beat up while he was drunk. Ask the wife and children who are suffering terrible heartbreak and pain from the adulterous affair their father had with another woman. Yet the amazing thing is we keep doing these same wrong things over and over again. These same things that keep hurting ourselves and the ones we love. We keep believing the lie and illusion that these extreme feelings of physical pleasure are what we want and need to feel satisfied.

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So even though we already know from our own experience that the pleasure doesn’t last and satisfy, we keep going back for more. We’re almost like the dog that keeps chasing its tail. But there’s a reason why we can’t be satisfied just from physical pleasures. It’s simply not possible! We are not made or designed that way. We humans are not able to be permanently satisfied with only fun experiences and physical pleasures. You and I were made for much more than “just to have a little fun before we die!” God made us spiritual beings like Him, so the only way we can be fully satisfied and happy is by having a daily, close personal relationship with our Maker.

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Then, we can start living His successful and satisfying way. So today, won’t you ask Jesus to forgive you for living your own way? Then ask Him to start changing your heart and lifestyle. He’s the only One Who can finally fill your life with the pleasure and peace of mind you’ve been looking for. Jesus will give you real satisfaction that lasts, not just for a day or a night, but for the rest of your life. Just Think a Minute.

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Not exactly every woman’s role model

DAVAO City--The celebration of March as National Women’s Month always brings about welcome media features about notable women, some in the limelight for the work they do, as well as others who quietly do the work in the background, but whose work remains indispensable to women’s progress. Clearly women’s work should in fact be lauded all year round, but March also gives us the opportunity to examine what else needs to be done in order to uplift the condition of women in the country. This has become especially stark during the Duterte administration. Much has been written (and posted) about President Duterte and his predilection for ‘getting rid’ of the strong women who stand in his way: Senator Leila de

Lima, Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, Rappler CEO Maria Ressa, journalist Pia Ranada, as well as women revolutionaries whom he had directly threatened with violence. While the president can claim that he has no direct hand in the cases hounding these women, no one will dispute that given the supermajority he currently has in Congress and the Supreme Court, he does have the power. This pattern has brought about the hashtag #EveryWoman to bring home the point that the persecution of these high-profile women redounds to the detriment of every Filipino woman. On the other hand, one can also say that Duterte actually loves women, as his daughter Sara explained during the Women’s Summit in Davao, if he could, he

would ask his girlfriend to “spoon-feed” him in public. I suspect she meant it literally, but I cannot help but refer to the word’s figurative meaning, “treated with excessive solicitude; pampered.” Thus, it comes as no surprise that he surrounds himself with only a particular kind of woman. Take for instance, Assistant Secretary for Social Media, Mocha Uson, whose only qualification for the job, it seems, is her 5.6 million followers on Facebook, whom she fondly calls, ‘Ka-DDS’ or ‘co-Duterte Diehard Supporters’ (but it is also a double-entendre referring to the original DDS, ‘Davao Death Squad,’ suggesting support for extrajudicial killings). Love her or hate her, she is a force we all have to contend with in this regime.

Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque has even declared her a role model for Filipino women because of how she has changed her life: “nagdesisyon siyang magbagong-buhay at talaga namang nagpu-pursige dito sa kanyang bagong buhay.” He further explained that her past as a sexy entertainer should not be taken against her because she only went into it in order to survive and that everyone deserves a second chance. Well, how convenient. It’s actually stuff for a television melodrama. I can imagine how that past might look depicted on TV, considering the titillating photos circulating in social media, of her letting men fondle her breasts, or her fondling men’s crotches, or even donning a nun’s See model, page 11

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DA to open ‘Bigas ng Masa’ outlets in Gensan GENERAL Santos City--The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to open “Bigas ng Masa” outlets here in a bid to address the rising prices of commercial rice. Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol relayed such move to a city official in response to problems posed by the dwindling rice stocks of the National Food Authority (NFA) in the area. City Councilor Franklin Gacal Jr. said Piñol promised to bring the “Bigas ng Masa” program to provide local residents access to cheaper but quality rice supplies. He said these outlets will sell rice to local consumers at P38 a kilo, which is cheaper than the prevailing prices of various commercial rice varieties. The official said he initially informed Sec. Piñol through text message last week of the looming problem on rice supplies in the city. He said Piñol responded in “less than five minutes” and promised such solution to address the problem. Gacal said he reported to Piñol that the NFA here only had 5,900 bags of rice. “I raised the problem of the coming shortage of

Farmers in Antipas town, North Cotabato harvest rice amid a severe El Niño phenomenon in this photo taken on April 5, 2016. MindaNews file photo by Toto Lozano

NFA rice here because the available stock of the NFA for the city will last only for a week,” he said. Gacal said NFA personnel here expects the augmentation of imported rice set by the central office to arrive in June. “That means GenSan will have no NFA rice for three months. The poor will now be forced to buy commercial rice, which is expensive,” he said. He said such situation might cause the prices of commercial rice to further surge due to the increase in demand.

“We don’t want this to happen. So in the next session of the Sangguniang Panlungsod (Tuesday, March 13), I will sponsor a resolution requesting the NFA and DA to make rice available (for us here),” he added. DA launched the “Bigas ng Masa” program last month to counter the surge

in commercial rice prices as a result of supposed “artificial shortages.” The agency initially opened the rice outlets, which allows consumers to purchase at least 25 kilos of the cheaper rice, in Metro Manila but vowed to expand it to other areas in the country. (MindaNews)

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Health dept cautions public vs. heat stroke THE Department of Health (DOH) is reminding the public to observe meaures against heat stroke as temperatures continue to rise nowadays. “Too old and too young are specially at risk of developing heat stroke,” said DOH Secretary Francisco Duque III in an interview with reporters on the sidelines of his rounds in some hospitals in Quezon City earlier this week. Based on the DOH Health Advisories, heat stroke is the most severe form of heat illness “when the body overheats and cannot cool down.” When heat stroke happens, the body cannot “take off excessive heat by sweating because of dehydration and/ or humid environment.” Duque said that everyone should know how to be protected against heat stroke and other heat-related illnesses because of their debilitating effects on the body. As an advice, Duque said that avoiding direct exposure from the heat of the sun is a way to prevent heat exhaustion. These can be done by bringing some protective stuffs against the heat of the sun such as umbrella, cap and even fans that can help lessen the excessive heat. Wearing light and cool clothings is also advised and most importantly bringing clean drinking water and keeping oneself hydrated. He added that heavy ac-

tivities that are usually done when the heat of the sun is at its peak should be scheduled when its cooler or if possible in cool area. “It is also important to know some ‘warning signs’ so that immediate preventive measures could be applied," he said. Heat stroke is characterized by warm, flushed skin, faintness, dizziness, weakness, headache, very high fever of 41 degrees Celsius, rapid heartbeat, convulsion and unconsciousness. "During ver y hot and humid weather, one should limit the amount of time spent outdoors; drink plenty of water; avoid tea, coffee, soda and alcohol; wear a wide-brimmed hat and long-sleeved clothing when outdoors,” the Health Chief said. Some immediate measures for people who have heat stroke manifestations include moving them to a shady spot or indoors and have them lie down with legs elevated. The clothes should be removed and then apply cool water to the skin and fan them. Ice packs should be applied to the armpits, wrists, ankles and groin. Since heat stroke is considered as a medical emergency, the agency also advised patients to be immediately brought to the hospital after applying emergency measures. (PNA)

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MANILA — The ambitious ‘Build, Build, Build’ program envisioned to extinguish the Philippines’ reputation as “sick man of Asia” could serve as one of the defining legacies of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, a Forbes report said. According to an article written by Manila-based columnist Richard Javad Heydarian, the Philippines is experiencing an infrastructure boom never seen since the time of former President Ferdinand Marcos. “Infrastructure could very well be one of the Filipino president’s defining legacies,” Heydarian said in his article. Citing a data from Department of Finance (DOF), Heydarian mentioned 75 flagship projects that would help bring down the cost of a product, improve rural incomes, encourage countryside investments, make the movement of goods and

people more efficient, and create more jobs. The big-ticket projects include six airports, nine railways, three bus rapid transits, 32 roads and bridges, and four seaports. Under the Build, Build, Build that has an estimated budget of USD180 billion (PHP9 trillion) over the next five years, the government will also construct four energy facilities, ten water resource projects or irrigation systems, five flood control facilities, and programs aim to address needs of the urban population. “If successful, Duterte could once and for all extinguish the Southeast Asian country’s reputation as the ‘sick man of Asia’–and usher in an unprecedented era of inclusive economic development,” Heydarian wrote. He noted the consistent high economic growth of the Philippines since 2011 when the country rose from “historically mediocre growth pattern” to become one of See program, page 10

DOTr lauds PPA for highest remittance to nat’l gov’t

MANILA – Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Arthur Tugade congratulated the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) as it is set to remit more than

PHP3 billion in dividends to the national government, its highest contribution since 1986. Tugade lauded PPA’s efforts to generate revenue,

but challenged the agency to not rest on their laurels. “Your future performance shall be measured by your latest best performance. This is how the quest

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for excellence goes,” Tugade said in press statement on March 14. The state-owned agency’s dividend for 2017 is the highest in its corporate lifetime, while also eclipsing all its remitted dividends in the last decade by at least 30%. The figure is also higher by 54% compared to the PHP1.956-Billion worth of remittances in 2016. PPA’s remittances over the recent years have earned them membership into the “Billionaire’s Club,” an elite group of GOCCs that consistently remit billions worth of dividends. Tugade said the improvement in the performance of PPA, and the entire DOTr, can be attributed to the strong and sound leadership of President Rodrigo R. Duterte. “We are inspired to work with greater zeal because of the brand of leadership we see in President Durerte. These improvements, whether in policy or increase in revenue, just reflect the faith and trust of our people See lauds, page 10

Manufacturing sector attracts USD1.15-B FDIs in 2017 By Kris Crismundo

MANILA -- The country’s manufacturing sector has attracted some USD1.15 billion foreign direct investments (FDIs) in 2017, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez said. In a statement Wednesday, Lopez cited that the figure is part of the country’s record-high USD10.1 billion net FDI last year, a 21.4-percent increase from 2016’s net FDI of USD8.28 billion. He noted that FDI inflows in the manufacturing sector surged by 244 percent last year compared to 2016’s figure. It also accounted for 35 percent of the USD3.3 billion equity capital placements in 2017, added Lopez. “It is a highly viable investment area and a source

of meaningful and wellpaying jobs for the people,” the trade chief said. Moreover, other equity capital placements were put into sectors of gas, steam, and air-conditioning supply; real estate; construction; and wholesale and retail trade activities. The DTI has been taking initiatives for the resurgence of the manufacturing sector, which the agency identified as sector that generates quality jobs, helps in poverty alleviation, and brings inclusive growth in the countryside. Among the programs done by DTI to boost the manufacturing sector include the industry roadmapping and the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program that aims the country to be the next production hub for automotive industry. (PNA)

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P hilippine C h a r i t y Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Alexander Balutan has announced on Thursday that the Small Town Lottery (STL) posted P3.81 billion sales in two months, a 102.66 percent increase from the sales of the same months last year. “Last January, STL posted P1.87 billion sales, a 103.96 percent increase as compared with its P916.5 million sales in January 2017. While in February, STL posted P1,946,395,655, a 101.43 percent increase as compared with its P966,298,117 in February 2017,” said Balutan. Keno similarly rose by 16.91 percent in two months from P807.2 million to P943.7 million; Instant Sweepstakes Ticket earned P611.4 million in two months, a 100 percent increase from the same months last year; while no sweepstakes draw for two months this year. As previously reported, AFFIDAVIT OF FACT OF DEATH

Lotto (6/42, 6/45, 6/49, 6/55, 6/58) and other digits (4-Digit, 6-Digit, 3-Digit, and EZ2) increased at 2.81 percent in January and February as compared with its sales in the same months last year. All in all, Lotto, digit, Keno, STL, and Instant Sweepstakes Ticket went up by 37.32 percent. “We are happy because the people are continuously patronizing our gaming products despite the newly imposed tax on lottery prizes. For now, we can only EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE

Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late GUTIEREZ L. SEÑODA who died on August 2, 2010 at Brgy., Datu Abdul Dadia, Panabo City; Is the subject of AFFIDAVIT OF FACT OF DEATH; made and executed by ERLINDA S. MACAMPI, ROSITA L. SEÑODA, CAMSA L. SEÑODA, and ABDULLAH L. SEÑODA; That we are executing this affidavit of fact of death in order to attest to the truth and veracity of the foregoing statements and for whatever lawful purpose this may serve best. Under Notary Public of Atty. Jose V. Silvosa, Jr.; as Per Doc. No. 166; Page No. 34; Book No. 80; Series of 2018.

Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late HERNANI R. DAVID who died on December 2, 2004 at Barangay IV, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental; that the deceased left the following real property at the time of his death, to wit: “A PARCEL OF LAND, Lot No. 190-B-6, situated in Barangay IV, Tangub City, Misamis Occidental. Registered under Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-881 of the Registry of Deeds for Tangub City.”; Is the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE; this Extrajudicial Settlement made and entered into by and among the HEIRS; Under Notary Public of Atty. Joel A. Alima; as Per Doc. No. 369; Page No. 75; Book No. 38; Series of 2014.

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propose for the amendment of PCSO charter to exempt lottery winnings from 20 percent tax,” said Balutan. If the amount of the winning is about P10,000, the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law requires 20-percent tax on all lottery games of PCSO. Winnings on the lottery See earns, page 10 NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late JIMS B. AGBON who died on April 8, 2007 at NMMC, Cagayan de Oro City, leaving a MOTORELA with MOTORCYCLE, more particularly described, to wit: MAKE:YAMAHA, SERIES: STX-125, TYPE OF BODY: MOTORCYCLE, MOTOR NO. 5RE2000996, CHASSIS NO.: 5RE2000996, PLATE NO: 9B5810, COLOR: RED, MV FILE NO. : 1036-00000092528, CR#: 102162491, OR#: 323918865; Is the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF PERSONAL PROPERTY OF DECEASED PERSON WITH SALE; made and entered into by and among the HEIR-VENDOR and ELMER T. LABI, referred to as the VENDEE; That for and in consideration of the sum of NINETY THOUSAND (90,000.00) PESOS, Phil. Currency, to the HEIR-VENDOR in hand paid by the VENDEE; Under Notary Public of Atty. Emmanuel A. Akut.; as Per Doc. No. 141; Page No. 30; Book No. 149; Series of 2017. MDN: Mar. 16, 23, & 30, 2018

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RA 10172/9048 Form No. (LCRO)

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In compliance with Section 5 of RA No. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that MERCY P. TINSON has filed with this Office a petition for correction of GENDER from “MALE” to “FEMALE” on the certificate of Live Birth of KATE NALLY P. TINGSON who was born on May 5, 2003 at Wao, Lanao del Sur and whose parents are LEONARDO S. TINGSON and MERCY L. PREQUENCIA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than March 26, 2018.

In compliance with Section 5 of RA No. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that CRISANTO G. GABRIEL III has filed with this Office a petition for correction of GENDER from “FEMALE” to “MALE” on the certificate of Live Birth of CRISANTO G. GABRIEL III who was born on February 17, 1989 at Wao, Lanao del Sur and whose parents are CRISANTO L. GABRIEL and CLARITA GOMEZ. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than March 26, 2018.

In compliance with Section 5 of RA No. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that MERCY P. TINSON has filed with this Office a petition for correction of GENDER from “FEMALE” to “MALE” on the certificate of Live Birth of LOWESTER VAN P. TINGSON who was born on February 25, 2000 at Wao, Lanao del Sur and whose parents are LEONARDO S. TINGSON and MERCY L. PREQUENCIA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than March 26, 2018.

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LGU Tagum destroys 458 bora-bora mufflers By Tagum City Information Office

Tagum City -- Close to 500 bora-bora (improvised or modified) mufflers were destroyed by a road roller in front of the New City Hall, in line with the City Government of Tagum’s sustained effort to eliminate this noisy motorcycle accessory. Mayor Allan L. Rellon together with city officials, city hall employees, policemen, and other ordinary citizens witnessed the destruction of the unlawful motorcycle parts which were dismantled and confiscated by local authorities. The destruction of the bora-bora mufflers is a reminder to all Tagumenyos that noise pollution is a serious offense, thereby contravening the provision of RA 4135 which states that “No motor vehicle shall be operated in such manner as to cause it to emit or make any unnecessary or disagreeable odor, smoke or noise.” The Tagum City Police Station confiscated the borabora mufflers in violation of Republic Act 4136, otherwise known as the Land Transportation and Traffic Code. PSUPT. Julius A. Borja, the Chief of Police of Tagum City Police Station, reminded everyone to stop improvising their vehicles as this disrupts peace and might cause traffic accidents. He added that peacekeepers won’t tolerate such disturbance and warned the public to not wait for the LGU to impound their vehicles for various violations of the law and city ordinances. Ziyarah Manalo/CIO Tagum

PASWI DAVNOR. Officers of Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) – Davao Del Norte Chapter take oath Monday morning before Gov. Antonio Rafael G. Del Rosario at RDR gymnasium, in celebration of World Social Work Month and Women’s Month. Elected PASWI officers are from Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office, LGU Panabo and DSWD Provincial Operations Office. Guest speaker at the Monday convocation was Davao del Norte Provincial Council of Women president and Davao del Norte Province first lady Anna Carina Chiu-Del Rosario. (DSWD/Ellen A. Nahial)

Davao’s anti-crime operation nets 15 DAVAO CITY -- Fifteen people facing various cases were arrested by law enforcement authorities during the implementation of the warrants of arrest in different areas in this city. The operation was also the launch of Oplan Kalinaw, an enhanced anti-criminality campaign of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) and other security forces from its Oplan Bulabog. The simultaneous operations were conducted thru Area Security, Community Service and Protection Operations in Purok 4 and 5 in Isla Verde, Barangay 23-C;

Ricardo Suico Tablo for grave coercion, Carlo Robillos Bandal for attempted homicide. Also arrested were Nestor Tadtad Olbes for estafa, Dante Labininay Digamon for estafa, Celedonia Du Cañaberalia for violation of the Anti-Child Abuse law, Rowena Webon Chanco for estafa, Venido Talisok Estopin for robbery and violence against Intimidation of Person, Rey Datahan Eviota for malicious mischief and slight physical injury, Jimmy Corotan for illegal drugs, Mary Ann Dalugdug for gambling, Nicasio Bautista

Tobias Jr. for illegal drugs, and Jean Haguisan for slight physical injuries. Those arrested are now in the custody of the police stations. They will also go through medical check-up before they will be presented to the court. City Police Office director Sr. Supt Alexander Tagum said the operation was conducted with Task Force Davao, Regional Mobile Force Battalion, Philippine Coastguard XI, Regional Mobile Unit, National Intelligence Coordinating agency ( NICA) XI, Bureau

of fire and protection (BFP) XI, Criminal and Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) XI, and Regional Intelligence unit. He said Oplan Kalinaw is a 4 in 1 package designed to initiate identity/background check and profiling of transient residents in urban poor communities in the city, manhunt operation and arrest of wanted persons hiding in these communities, community outreach/ free medical check-up and medicines with vitamins, and community empowerment thru crime prevention education. PNA

Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province -- Once again, 13 Comvalenyos were awarded the Governor’s Awards for Excellence in this years’ Foundation Day Program during the 11thBulawan Festival and 20th Founding Anniversary on March 8, 2018 at the Capitol Ground, Cabidianan, Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province. The 13 recipients and their award categories include the following: Ms. Close to 500 bora-bora mufflers were confiscated and flattened by the Tagum City Sheila Mangubat and Mr. Police Station on March 12, 2018 in front of the City Hall as a reminder to all Tagumen- Ridge Bagaan for public service; MinDA Asec. Romeo yos that such modified vehicle part is not allowed by the law. Leo Timogan/CIO Tagum

Montenegro for poverty alleviation and human development; Hon. Cesar Colina, Hon. Geraldford Balbin, Hon. Alvera Rimando, and Hon. Randy Opisan for good governance; Mr. Reynante Solitario for education; Ms. Gloria Ancheta Kudera and Dr. Meldi Anuta for health and wellness; Mr. Edmund Kent Jacalan for science and technology; and Mr. Gary Granada and Ms. Jizelle Dea Formilleza for culture and the arts. The Governor’s Awards for Excellence is conferred to Comvalenyos who have

demonstrated exceptional achievements and outstanding contributions in their chosen field of endeavor, be it in the government service or in their private/personal life, that bring about substantial benefits to society and distinct honor to the community/province. The award is based on five criteria, namely; Service Orientation, Leadership, Impact, Integrity and Exemplary show of skills. In line with this, a special citation is also given to the members of DMX

Malvar Alley in Barangay 7-A; San Francisco de Asis, Matina; Cabayugan 3 in Sasa; St. Jude, Buhangin District; Tibungco; Curvada, Lizada in Toril; Purok 21 Talipapa, Santo Niño in Tugbok; and, Puting Bato, Riverside in Calinan. These resulted in the arrest, identity/background check, and profiling of 1,673 residents. Of the total number, 1,548 have IDs and 125 without ID. Those arrested were Mario Cañete Dorado for violation of the Anti-Illegal Gambling law, Aldex Acacio, Lim, Helen Morante Gaspar,

2018 Governor’s Awards for Excellence recipients, named

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9 SSS to PH-based retiree pensioners: No need for annual confirmation

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To save time and money, state-run Social Security System (SSS) reminded retiree pensioners in the Philippines who are 84 years old and below that they are no longer required to do the Annual Confirmation of Pensioners (ACOP) to continuously receive their monthly pension. “The waiver of the ACOP requirement for retiree pensioners here in the Philippines is one of our ways to bring better quality service to our dear members. This new guideline will allow our pensioners to save time and money. It will also lessen the number of transactions in

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the ACOP is still required with their guardian on the for retiree pensioners based birth month of the member abroad, total disability pen- or deceased member. sioners in the Philippines, In addition, early comsurvivor pensioners, and pliance with ACOP, which minor or incapacitated de- is six months before the scheduled date is allowed if pendent pensioners. While retiree pensioners the pensioner reported for in the Philippines who are ACOP during the previous 85 years old and above and year. survivor pensioners who Medical Fieldwork Sercannot report personally vice (MFS) or the home visit due to sickness, illness, or by SSS doctors may also be injury will still be checked provided for total disability through a mandatory home pensioners. SSS reminded its penvisit by SSS employees. Based on SSS Circular sioners that non-compliance No. 2017-012, the schedule with ACOP will result in of compliance for retiree the automatic suspension pensioners residing abroad of their pension a month and total disability pension- after the birth month of the ers is on their birth month; pensioner or SSS member. survivor pensioners on the “Resumption of pension birth month of the deceased will take at least two months the eight DPWH district member; while minor or from the date of compliance engineering offices in Re- incapacitated dependent of the pensioner. To avoid gion 12. pensioners should comply disruption in the receipt of Also known as Soccsksargen, the region is made Republic of the Philippines LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE up of the provinces of South PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Cagayan de Oro City Sarangani and North Cotabato, and the cities of NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC General Santos, Koronadal,

our branches,” SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel F. Dooc said. ACOP is a program which requires pensioners to report annually to SSS or their depository banks to ensure the continuous payment of their benefits. It was implemented in 2012 to avoid circumstances where benefits are being received by persons other than the rightful beneficiaries. In lieu of the ACOP, the SSS will instead conduct a verification procedure to confirm whether they are still alive or not and are entitled to SSS benefits. Dooc stressed, however,

DPWH 12 fields 7 new equipment

GENERAL SANTOS CITY -- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) deployed seven additional road construction and maintenance equipment to Region 12 as part of its continuing re-fleeting program. Ellen Torino, DPWHRegion 12 public information officer, said Thursday the new batch of equipment comprised of four dump trucks, two road rollers and a lane marker-remover amounting to P16 million. She said these were acquired by the DPWH central office under the 2017 re-fleeting program based on the needs of the region. “These will be used for the maintenance of our roads, especially the unpaved shoulders,” she said. The new equipment arrived at the DPWH regional office in Koronadal City on Wednesday and were immediately deployed to various district engineering offices. The Sarangani and Sultan Kudarat-I district engineering offices received a dump truck each, while Cotabato-I and Sultan Kudarat-II each got a dump truck and a road roller. The lane marker remover was for the shared use of

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EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late spouses JOSE EDULAN and ESPERANZA J. EDULAN, who died on September 28, 1985 and October 10, 2000 in Cagayan de Oro City; that at the time of their death, left a certain parcel of land more particularly described as follows, to wit: “ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. O-892, A PARCEL OF LAND (Lot 286-A=Lot 25040, portion of 286, of the Cadastral Survey of Cagayan, Cad.237, Plan CSD-10-001314-D, LRC Case No. N-838, LRA (NALTDRA) Record No. N-58675) situated in Poblacion, Cagayan de Oro City. Containing an area of ONE HUNDRED SIXTY ONE (161) square meters; Is the subject of EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT AMONG HEIRS WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE; made and entered by the surviving heirs; That for and in consideration of the sum of THREE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND (PhP3,500,000.00) pesos, the heirsvendors, hereby SELL, TRANSFER, CEDE AND CONVEY unto, GUILMARK FINANCE CORPORATION, represented by VERNO B. SALVAÑA, JR., referred as the VENDEE; Under Notary Public of Atty. Edith Abut Docdocil; as per Doc. No. 116, Page No. 24, Book No. 58 and Series of 2017. MDN: Mar 2, 9 & 16, 2018

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. No. 9048, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that JAY U. BAGNOL has filed with this Office a petition for the change of first name from “JOY” to “JAY” and the entry of the child’s date of birth from “AUG. 2, 1968” to “JULY 31, 1968” in the Certificate of Live Birth of JOY BOYANTE UBALDE who was born on July 31, 1968 in CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY and whose parents are PERCIVAL ROA UBALDE and EDITH DELFINADO BOYANTE. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than March 17, 2018.

(Sgd.) EVANGELINE C. TAPANGAN City Civil Registrar

RUBEN TANGUAMOS PEQUIRO a.k.a. RUBEN TAMAYO PEQUIRO AND RUBELYN TANGUAMOS PEQUIRO a.k.a. RUBELYN YUZON TANGUAMOS, Petitioners. x---------------------------------/

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are brother and sister respectively but to their surprise when their applied for CENOMAR in the PSA office, it appears that they are husband and wife but they do not know the reason how it happen that there is such documents submitted to the LCR Caloocan City and to the PSA office the allege marriage happened on May 8, 2005 under civil, both petitioners 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 residence at 0015 Christina St., Zone 2, Brgy., Santo Rosario, Iligan City respectively; WHEREFORE, finding this petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the initial hearing of this case on March 26, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 27th day of February, 2018.

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. No. 10172, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that RATIS ANN RANA BALIBAGON has filed with this Office a petition for the correction of clerical error in the child’s sex from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of RATIS ANN BAUTISTA RANA who was born on March 2, 1983 at CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY and whose parents are EFREN VIRTUDAZO RANA and EDEN BEJA BAUTISTA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than March 17, 2018. (Sgd.) EVANGELINE C. TAPANGAN City Civil Registrar

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province: Agusandel Norte City/Municipality: Butuan City Publication Notice R.A 10172

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

CCE-0240-2017 (R.A. 10172)

CCE-043-2018 (R.A. 10172)

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 ZENFRED SALAZAR PENDON has filed with this office a Petition forCorrection of Clerical of the child’s sex from “FEMALE” to “MALE”in the Certificate of Live Birth of ZENFRED SALAZAR PENDON who was born on 26 January 1985 at City General Hospital & Medical Center, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte and whose parents are ZENAIDA INTO SALAZAR and FREDDIE LASPINAS PENDON. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 22 March 2018.

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 JENNEPER BADILLO LLOREN has filed with this office a Petition for Correction of Clerical of the child’s sex from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of JENNEPER BADILLO LLOREN who was bom on March 5,1969 at Pangabugan Bo. Butuan City, Agusan and whose parents are EDNA EVANOSO BADILLO and ERNESTO APIT LLOREN. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 22 March 2018.

(Sgd.) JUDITH ALVIZO-CALO, LIB, MPA City Civil Registrar

MDN: Mar 9 & 16, 2018

IN THE MATTER OF JOINT PETITION TO APPROVE AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE BETWEEN SPOUSES DON PAUL CONTRAD VENZON PUZON AND KATHLEEN KATE BANGIS QUILLO-PUZON,

(Sgd.) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

CIVIL CASE NO. 2018-029

MDN: Mar 9 & 16, 2018

Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on August 8, 2006 at Cebu City, both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their residence at Sampaloc, Manila and Sta. Filomena, Iligan City respectively; That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for almost five (5) years now, 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 August 8, 2006, 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 March 28, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 13th day of December, 2017.

MDN: Mar 2, 9 & 16, 2018

IN RE: PETITION TO APPROVE AND AND REGISTER THE DIVORCE BETWEEN SPOUSES MARTINO S. PORMENTO AND LENDY L. MADREDANO,

CIVIL CASE NO. 2018-028

MARTINO S. PORMENTO AND LENDY L. MADREDANO, Petitioners. x---------------------------------/ ORDER

(Sgd.) JUDITH ALVIZO-CALO, LIB, MPA City Civil Registrar

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

DON PAUL CONTRAD VENZON PUZON AND KATHLEEN KATE BANGIS QUILLO-PUZON, Petitioners. x---------------------------------/ ORDER

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

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4th SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City CIVIL CASE NO. 2018-027

prior to submission to the SSS. To use the ACOP-VC, a pensioner must have a “SKYPE” account to do an online interview. The ACOP-VC interview must be conducted within the birth month of the retiree pensioner or the deceased member in case of death pension. The pensioner needs to make an appointment with SSS by sending an email to ofw.relations@sss.gov.ph or to member_relations@sss. gov.ph indicating in the subject line “Skype (ACOP), pensioner’s name and SS number”. As of end-February 2018, total number of pensioners have reached 2.3 million and the SSS has so far released P10.4 billion as pension benefit for pensioners.

MDN: Mar 9 & 16, 2018

Republic of the Philippines SUPREME COURT 4th SHARI’A CIRCUIT COURT 4th Shari’a Judicial District Iligan City IN THE MATTER OF JOINT PETITION T DECLARE NULLITY OF MARRIAGE UNDER PAR. 2 OF ART. 24 OF THE MUSLIM CODE,

benefits, please don’t forget to comply with the ACOP on your scheduled date,” said Dooc. Dooc added that all recalled pensions, if any, and all accrued pension shall be remitted to the pensioner’s depository bank for crediting to the pensioner’s account after compliance. The SSS also advised pensioners who are residing abroad to make use of the ACOP through Video Conference (ACOP-VC) facility for easier and faster compliance with ACOP. T h e A C O P- V C i s launched in December 2015 exclusively for SSS pensioners abroad to comply with the annual reporting without the need to come home or have their documents authenticated by the Philippine consulate abroad

(Sgd.) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

ORDER Before this Court verified joint petition for the approval and registration of the Divorce filed by the petitioners and alleging among others. That petitioners are husband and wife respectively in a marriage performed under Civil rite on January 8, 2010 at Ragay, Camarines Sur, both petitioner’s had been converted to Muslim and thereby embraced Islam Religion as their new found faith, by virtue of their respective intellectual choices which were duly registered with this Court, both of them can be served with summons and other legal processes relative to this case at their residence at Block 5, Lot 6, La Mirande Gran Europa, Lumbia, Cagayan de Oro City and Ragay, Camarines Sur respectively. That said marriage did not last long due to lack of love and affection until the relationship manifested incompatibility and sustained misunderstanding between petitioners and reached the point of irreconcilability and they separated for more than four (4) years now, they decided to separate live physically in bed and board, thereby executed Memorandum of Agreement in order to formalize their separation. Since 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 January 8, 2010, 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 March 28, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at which time, date and place. Any interested party may appear and show why the petition should not be granted. Let copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of General Circulation in the City of Iligan once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks at the expense of the petitioners. SO ORDERED. Iligan City, Philippines, this 27th day of February, 2018.

MDN: Mar 2, 9 & 16, 2018

(Sgd.) HON. OSOP M. ALI Presiding Judge

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one (1) CTEC in every municipality/city/province to attend the conference with the special participation of the officials coming from the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) who were invited to join the Region 10 Summit. One of the highlights of the event is the launching of the “Trainers to the Barrio” Program which aims to establish pool of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Trainers in the barangays to provide quality TVET in the far-flung areas. This is in response to the call of bringing TVET to the grassroots level who are the target beneficiaries of TESDA programs.

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operations, there were bombs that did not exploded at the height of the dispute. These were 1,011 unexploded ordnance (UXO), 117 improvised explosive devise (IED), while there are 70 GP bombs that were recovered wherein 15 of which have been disposed, while some of the bombs are scheduled and is still in progress of disposing

properly. These are 500, 260, and 110 pounder bombs. Cañada further said that the effective range of a 500 lb gp bomb is wide, with a radius of 650m. The AFP also asserted that they will not allow the residents of the 24 barangays of MAA to return for such danger awaits them and to avoid any inconvenience caused by unpredictable and explosive pumps. Colonel Roemo Brawner, deputy commander of Joint Task Force Ranao (JTF), meanwhile, concurred to the report of Capt. Cañada. (Sweet Lucman/PIA ICCC)

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the fastest growing economies in Asia. The World Bank forecasted the Philippine economy to grow by 6.7 percent this year and 2019. Heydarian, however, has observed the country’s shallow growth, leaving high levels of unemployment, poverty, and hunger. “And this is where the Dutertenomics’ ‘build, build, build’ agenda comes into the picture, hoping to (literally) bridge the gap in economic policies of past administrations. Infrastructure is clearly the country’s Achilles heel,” he said.

Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR Province of Davao del Sur OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR Publication Notice R.A. 9048 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC CCE/CFN-0001-2018 R.A. 9048

Date: March 2, 2018

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that ALJEN SARDIDO CAMENIRO has filed with this Office a petition for Change of First Name docketed as CCE/CFN-0001-2018 from “NASTY JAY CAMENIRO” to “JAY CAMENIRO” in the Certificate of Live Birth of NASTY JAY CAMENIRO who was born on SEPTEMBER 16, 2012 at Poblacion, Magsaysay, Davao del Sur, Philippines and whose parent is ALJEN S. CAMENIRO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file their written opposition with this Office not later than March 18, 2018. SGD. ANASTACIA B. DENSING Municipal Civil Registrar MDN: Mar. 16 & 23, 2018

He said lack of infrastructure has been a major source of concern for foreign investors as seen by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) study blamed traffic congestion in Manila to poor infrastructure. According to the 2017 World Economic Forum’s competitiveness report, the Philippines ranked 97th in the world in terms of infrastructure. In a separate report by the United Nations, the Philippines ranked 5th in Southeast Asia in terms of access to physical infrastructure. For the next five years, the Philippines will be banking on the infrastructure investments from China and Japan and TRAIN (Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion) as source of funds for the ambitious Build, Build, Build program. Heydarian also noted the observation of many people that even if the Duterte administration fails to achieve half of its massive infrastructure projects, “Duterte could still go down in history as a harbinger of a golden age of infrastructure buildup in the country.” But while the Dutertenomics continued to gain praises, Duterte himself is living up to his election campaign to fight illegal

drugs, crimes and graft, and corruption. During the oathtaking of Presidential AntiCorruption Commission (PACC) on Tuesday night in Malacanang, Duterte reiterated his vow to stop corruption. “But for me, if that is the only legacy that I can really leave behind, I don’t have extraordinary talent. I don’t know how else could I do it in governance. But there is one thing that I promised you during the election and it was very a simple one… This is what I’ve said, I will try to stop corruption,” he told the PACC officials. Duterte’s strong campaign against corruption was one of the reasons that propelled the Philippines on top of the US News and World Report’s list of “Best Countries to Invest In” for 2018. The Department of Finance has also attributed the country’s No. 1 ranking to strong anti-corruption drive, improved revenue collections, politically stable government and Build, Build, Build program. On the other hand, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque Jr. recognized the political will that Duterte exhibited to uplift the lives of over 100 million Filipinos. (Jelly Musico/PNA)

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to the President. Tiwala ang tao dahil alam nilang ayaw na ayaw ng Presidente sa corrupt at tamad,” Tugade added. For his part, PPA General Manager Jay Daniel Santiago said the reforms implemented by the new administration have contributed to the attainment of PPA’s record-breaking figures. “We are reaping the benefits of the reforms management implemented in the last two years, that include among others, reduction of documentary requirements, faster turnaround time of trucks and vessels in ports, and modernization of strategic ports,” Santiago said. Santiago likewise commended the strong performance of Manila ports composed of the Manila International Container Terminal, Manila South Harbor, and the North Port. He also recognized PPA’s 24 other Port Management Offices that posted favorable performances in the past year. Under the Dividends Law, all Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) are required to remit at least 50% of their annual net income to the national government. The PPA, one of various GOCCs under the DOTr, is mandated to establish, develop, regulate, manage, and operate a rationalized national port system for further trade and national development. (DOTr PR)

games such as Lotto, Keno, STL, and Sweepstakes are affected by the 20-percent tax law. “Wala na tayong magawa, batas na ‘yan. Iniisip ko nga before baka ma-dissuade ang betting public na hindi na tumaya, pero tignan n’yo naman ang sales natin. Ang katwiran ng ating mga mambabatas, windfall ‘yan. Kung nanalo ka ng P100 million ibigay mo na sa gobyerno ‘yung P20 million na tax na mapupunta din naman sa charity at serbisyong medical ng PCSO, masaya ka pa rin,” Balutan said. From P500 million, the monthly tax collections from lottery winnings are expected to reach P1 billion due to the TRAIN law.

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Tacurong, Kidapawan and Cotabato. In 2016, the South Cotabato I and II district engineering offices initially received one unit each of backhoe, loader and road rollers. For this year, Torino said the regional office is slated to receive eight more maintenance crew service vehicles, four road rollers and two dump trucks. Basir Ibrahim, DPWH12 regional director, said the deployment of the additional equipment will improve their operations, especially in the maintenance of national highways and the implementation of priority infrastructure projects. He specifically cited projects under the flagship “Build, Build, Build” program of the national government. For 2018, he said the agency is implementing a total of 779 projects, mostly road upgrading, development and expansion, throughout the region. (PNA)

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If only Filipinos have imbibed love of God and love of neighbors, we will have no need for any divorce. The problem is that, almost everyone nowadays have become illiterate and ignorant of the commands of God, and this includes those who have been in power, in various sensitive and top-ranking government positions, thereby enabling evil thoughts to control their minds and their way of thinking. Well, indeed, this control of the devil of the minds of many was prophesied to happen by the Bible itself. -oooQUESTIONS FOR PROSECUTOR GENERAL JORGE CATALAN ON DRUGS CASES: Yahoo, Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II! No one among your prosecutors will dare to discharge their duties and responsibilities anymore if you continue coming out in the media with your doubts about their work. What you should have done, Mr. Secretary, before you publicized your directive to the National Bureau of Investigation to investigate your prosecutors who dismissed the drugs cases of known drug lords, was to allow the process in your department to be completed first. So, okay, what would you do, Mr. Secretary, if it would turn out that the decision of your panel of prosecutors was indeed in accordance with the facts and the law? In the meantime, their reputations and good character have already been tarnished. If I were one of your fiscals at the DOJ---and I am glad I am not---I really wouldn’t be doing anything anymore lest I be similarly accused by you. Anyway, my brother, Atty. Leny Mauricio, reacted in Filipino, which I am translating in English here: “I have been hearing some wild rumors about this. According to one of my neighbors whose name is Tiagong Taga (roughly translated, James the bolowielder), the prosecutors would not dare dismiss the case if there was no assurance that something would happen to them. So the question: who gave that assurance to them?” Was there such an assurance, and who might have given it, Prosecutor General Jorge Catalan? -oooFOR QUESTIONS, REACTIONS: If anyone would like to ask me any question about what the burning issues of the day mean, or what we have discussed here, or to consult on any problem, whatever it maybe, please call 0917 984 24 68, or email me at batasmauricio@ yahoo.com, or post your concerns at www.facebook. com/attybatas. Promise, I will answer right away. Thank God in the Name of Jesus, Amen!

habit, holding a dildo instead of a crucifix. But look at her now, attending conferences in the United Nations and elsewhere, representing the Philippines, speaking for all of us women, being the model for all who seek a second chance—#EveryWoman. No. No. No. Roque is wrong as usual in twisting the facts to suit the agenda of the administration. But he has signed up for the benefits of the whole shebang and must do his job. I wonder though how the Human Rights lawyer deep inside him reacts to the fallacies of reasoning he spews out constantly. “I object!” it probably screams. Or not. First of all, not every woman has chosen to sell her body in order to survive. Right now, I can safely assume that millions of Filipinas living under the poverty line has chosen other alternatives to working as prostituted women. Many have opted to become domestic workers here or abroad, some suffering grave abuse from their employers. Others work in factories, enduring unfair labor practices. Still others have stayed in farms, tilling the land. Besides, I don’t think Uson came from abject conditions, having a college degree from the University of Sto.Tomas (UST). Second, has Mocha really changed her life? Or is this only a change of costume? Some allege that the work she does for this administration is similar to the work she used to do as an entertainer. Photos of her celebrating with Sen. Bongbong Marcos (along with other pro-admin social media influencers) only serve to fan the flames of these allegations. And the public outcry against the distinguished alumna award she received from the UST Alumni Association shows the general sentiment that Mocha Uson is not a true role model for anyone, except her very own ka-DDS. In the spirit of National Women’s Month, how about we each make a list of women we do consider as role models? (MindaViews is the opinion section of MindaNews. Jhoanna Lynn B. Cruz is an award-winning writer who teaches literature and creative writing at the University of the PhilippinesMindanao in Davao City and is a columnist of Mindanao Times. This piece was first published in the Mindanao Times issue of March 13, 2018. Follow or message her on Twitter @jhoannalynncruz)

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Friday, March 16, 2018 ing ceremonies, but also watched some of the games in the finals, including the Dance Sports Competition, attributed the success of Batang Pinoy that runs from March 6 to March 12 to all participating local government units, athletes, coaches, trainors, parents, and the PSC staff.

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the construction of the dike and similar infrastructures that will mitigate the life threatening floods that now visit us regularly, be completed soonest. These floods also cause gradual deterioration of our momentarily undamaged properties which make them more vulnerable to similar events in the future.” Some 800 residents from lower Macasandig, led by one Jose Mari Tamayo, complained that the earlier phases of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) funded dike along Cagayan river was constructed downstream. “Ang ila man nuon gisiguro sa megadike ang tungod man nuon sa City Hall. Wala may gapamuyo sa City Hall, mas importante ang among lugar kay daghan mi gapuyo diri,” Tamayo said in an interview. “Bintaha na lang tong Vinta kay adlaw so walay fatality.” The residents complained that their properties bore the brunt every time a cyclone-spawned flood occurs such as when tropical storm Vinta struck in January. Vinta’s floods followed the same path that Typhoon Sendong took in 2011, killing hundreds in the city and nearby Iligan. Just like in 2011, 20-foot waters damaged houses and other properties in lower Macasandig last January, Tamayo said. With pressure building from their constituents, the barangay council of Macasandig also took the cudgels for the residents and through a resolution formally asked Mayor Oscar Moreno and the City Council to pressure the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to redirect their program of works and hasten the dike construction at their vicinity. “Unsa man ila basehan ngano giuna man nila ang dike downstream? Ngano dili man magsugod upstream nga kami man unta ang una maka-tagamtam sa baha,” Tamayo said. Moreno’s office and the City Council received the barangay council’s resolution last March 9. There was no action taken yet from the two entities as of presstime.

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Governor Hermie M. Ramiro also thanked all those who made the holding of Batang Pinoy successful. Ramiro, who did not just witness the award-

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the risk of caught in military skirmishes proved to be too much for him to bear prompting his decision to return to the folds of law. “The use of IEDs once again proves the terrorist tag of the CPP-NPA Terrorist as it continuously violates the Comprehensive Agreement on Respect to Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law (CARHRIHL),”Trinidad said. The Army official said he expects more young communist guerillas to come to the fold in the coming months sensing the same fate of Coquilla whose innocent young mind was duped by deceit of communist ideology.

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if Marimon killed himself or whether the firearm accidentally discharged or whether there was foul play in his untimely demise . Two policemen who were in the headquarters near his room when the incident took place were invited for questioning apart from undergoing a “paraffin test” to determine whether they’ve fired their guns at the time of the incident. The investigators did not release the names of the police officers who were held for questioning pending the result of the forensic examination now being undertaken by the Scene of the Crime Office (SOCO). Police Chief Inspector Mardi Hortilloza, the spokesman of the Cagayan De Oro City Police Office (COCPO), said that the investigation to determine the actual cause of Marimon’s death would depend on the result of the forensic examination. Marimon was found sprawled on his bed with a lone bullet wound on his right forehead reportedly fired from his service firearm a “Glock” 9 mm handgun. Some police officers suspected that Marimon might have accidentally fired the handgun because his room was “very dark ” at the time of the reported incident. The p olice of f icers who were also near the room of Marimon said that they heard a something about 2 a.m. Wednesday and thought it was just a “wayward” stone thrown from somewhere. “We were stunned when we later found out that Marimon was lying in the pool of blood with a bullet wound on his forehead ,” one of the police officers said. Some police officers of the Cagayan De Oro Police Mobile Force were headquartered at the Maharlika, the old building, which previously served as the COCPO’s main headquarter prior to its transfer to the new location in the old cemetery in downtown Cagayan de Oro City.

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verification and immediate action to finalize the list of politicians involved in the illegal drug trade. Aquino earlier urged the public not to vote for candidates who are involved in illegal drugs in this year’s Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections. “Reject those barangay candidates who are involved in illegal drug activities. They do not deserve the people’s votes,” Aquino said in a statement. The PDEA chief said that it is very likely that drug money may seep into the electoral process of barangay elections due to the influence of drug syndicates. “Obviously, they (drug syndicates) will only support local candidates who will give them protection in return,” the PDEA chief noted. “Incumbent barangay officials, or prospective bets who are linked to drugs, may continue to lord it over the polls. We do not want that to happen. Our destiny lies in our own hands. We are appealing to the public to wisely choose our next community leaders,” he added. PDEA is reiterating its call to barangay officials to activate their respective Barangay Anti- Drug Abuse Councils, and be cooperative and pro-active in the anti-illegal drug campaign. “PDEA is urging barangays to activate their respective BADACs, and be cooperative and proactive in the anti-illegal drug campaign,” he added. Aquino said that in the absence of a functioning BADAC, there is a high probability that these baran-

gays have officials who are involved in the illegal drug trade, or their barangays are havens of illegal drug activities “PDEA reiterates its call for these non-compliant barangays not only activate but also strengthen their BADACs. The battle against illegal drugs at the community and street levels definitely starts in barangays. BADACs are important in maintaining a pro-active stand in shielding the people from the drug menace,” the PDEA chief added. An oversight body on the barangay drug-clearing program was created to ensure the regularity and the accuracy of the program. It is composed of local representatives from the PDEA, DILG, the Philippine National Police, Department of Health, and LGUs. There are defined roles and responsibilities set for each member of the Oversight Committee on Barangay Drug-Clearing Program, as well as the parameters prior the declaration of a “Drug-Cleared Barangay”, pursuant to the Dangerous Drugs Board, Regulation No.3, Series of 2017, on Strengthening the Implementation of Barangay Drug Clearing Program. “The sustainability and unified effort of the agencies concerned will lead to the realization of our goal for Drug-Free Philippines by 2022”, Aquino said. Under Comelec Resolution No. 10246, the synchronized barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections will be on May 14. The filing of certificates of candidacy is from April 14 to 20 while the campaign period is from May 4 to May 12. (PNA)

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Arts exhibit for Women’s Month held Story and photos by MARK FRANCISCO

THE Leah D. Remolado Arts and Events Center and Limketkai Center initiated the celebration of the National Women’s Month. The highlight event will be the invitational painting exhibit entitled Bulahan ug Kabag-ohan sa mga Kababayen-an. The exhibit is in line with the celebration of the International Women’s Month on March. The exhibit will have a formal opening on March at 6:00 p.m. at the second level, West Concourse of Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City. Exhibit will run from March 8 to 18, 2018.

The objectives of the entire event are to promote women’s creativity and artistic expression to highlight the significant roles of the women, bringing the art of women to a higher level. The event aims to emphasize how multi-faceted the women for today’s generation. Moreover, they have a series of activities during the celebration from March 9 to 18 of the following: arts workshops in pencil sketching, pen and ink and oil pastel, beauty care (makeup and facial) and sessions/demo in organic beauty soap and liquid dishwashing making. Participating artists are

Leah Remolado, Wella Marie Akut, Nursi Mae Alian, Abigail Astudilllo-Atanacio,

Jesah DEivine Joy Deripaz, Jeneca Palma and Ceryllshie Pinote-Uy.

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HON. AZUCENA P. HUERVAS City Municipal Mayor Valencia City