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Marcos-leading surveys resulting from anti-BBM admin campaign? R
ESULTS of every preference survey conducted by major pollsters Pulse Asia and Social Weather Stations since the end of March consistently showed Senator Bongbong Marcos, the Ilocano vice presidential candidate as front-runner.
Among the six official candidates for the second highest post in the land,
points ahead of Rep. Leni Robredo from the ruling Liberal Party. Aside from his “Solid North” bailiwick in the northern Luzon regions, Marcos is also ahead in Metro Manila, the country’s premier region. Marcos has consolidated Political observers his pole position and s a i d M a l a c a n a n g ’s is now five percentage efforts to put down Sen.
Marcos’ vice presidential campaign has apparently backfired on Pres. BS Aquino. I n terms of generations, the secondterm senator’s lead is most solid among those in the 30-45 age bracket, better known as the “martial law babies” See marcos, page 7
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DOE campaigns against “bote-bote,” illegal fuel retailers CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -- The Department of Energy – Oil Industry Management Bureau (DOE-OIMB) in collaboration with the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) region 10 conducted a briefing recently in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte on Liquid Fuels (LF) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) laws, rules and regulations to fight illegal traders that affect petroleum economy and safety of the community. The briefing was participated by Philippine National Police, local media, information officers of national government agencies, local government units, petroleum dealers, private individuals and firefighters.
Atty. Angelito V. Agoncillo, DOE- Hearing Division, stressed that any person engaged in any illegal transaction such as “bote-bote” unauthorized canister retailer, adulteration, unsafe gasoline and offensive station shall be duly penalized by law. He cited many laws and regulations that can be used against the offenders. “It is important to also help us in fighting against these people, because DOE has limited resources in terms of man power, we cannot attend all the queries. Everyone is encouraged to seek law,” he said. Moreover, Rey Maleza See campaigns, page 7
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S SUMMIT – More than a thousand tribal members and leaders from Northern Mindanao have joined the IPI summit for Binay Presidency at Grand Caprice, Cagayayan de Oro City on March 4. (Photos by Mark Francisco).
Tribal summit in Oro hail Binay as their president By Mary Rose Silvidad
CAGAYAN de Oro City -- More than a thousand Indigenous People (IPs) and tribal council leaders h a ve a f f i r m e d t h e i r resolved to campaign and urged their families and members who number around
150,000 in Northern Mindanao, to vote for vice president Jejomar Binay as President come Monday elections. This after Atty. Jay Layog, Senior Policy Adviser of President Binay and Chief of Staff
of Sen. Nancy Binay , spoke to them during the IP Summit at Grand Caprice, this city, yesterday. Layog told the participant of the IP Summit that once elected as the nation’s President, Jejomar Binay assured that he will form
an Indigenous People’s National Council under the Office of the President. “IPs will have a place right at the heart of Malacanang, since he (Binay) is also an IP belonging to the Ibanag tribe of the Cordillera Region,” Layog added. See summit, page 7
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Economy
May 7-13, 2016
DTI launches Negosyo Center in Plaridel, MisOcc
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he Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Misamis Occidental provincial office recently launched a Negosyo Center in Plaridel town. The launching ceremony was held in front of the Negosyo Center at the Plaridel Bagsakan Center, Northern Pobla-
cion, Plaridel, Misamis Occidental. The center shares the huge Bagsakan Center Building with the Municipal Economic Enterprise DeveLopment Office (MEEDO), the local water district, some MSME tenants and the Integrated Bus Terminal. Negosyo Center-Pla-
ridel is the first local government unit (LGU) based Negosyo Center opened in the province. The launching is third in Misamis Occidental, 11th in Region 10 and 158th in the country since 2014 in the continued implementation of Republic Act 10644, “An Act Promoting Job
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Generation and Inclusive Growth through the Development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)” otherwise known as the “Go Negosyo Act” authored by Senator Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino. Dignitaries who came to the launching included the good representative of Senator Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino, Simon Aquino-Valencia, DTI Trade and Industry Regional Director Linda O. Boniao, Sectoral Representative of the cooperative sector of the National Anti-Poverty Commission Gadwin E. Handumon and Negosyo Center Regional Coordinator Maria Cristina S. Gabia. Others in attendance were the representative of the Provincial Governor--Gerardo O. Robin, Oroquieta City Branch Manager of the Land Bank of the Philippines Lily Nine P. Singson, and Oroquieta City Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Eric C. Avila. Provincial Caretaker Jane Marie L. Tabucan acknowledged the presence of partners of potential and existing MSMEs, civil society organizations (CSOs), barangay officials and local government unit (LGU) team of head of offices, division chiefs and staff. Among others, the lady caretaker highlighted the warm and exceptional support of Mayor Diego “Nonoy” C. Ty throughout the process until this launching.
Director Boniao echoed the mandate of the agency underscoring business development through the Negosyo Center which will be responsible for promoting ease of doing business and facilitating access to services such as business registration assistance, business advisory, business information and advocacy and monitoring and evaluation for MSMEs in the municipality and nearby towns. Establishment of the Negosyo Centers in the country was made possible through the efforts of Senator Bam Aquino who is compassionate to the MSME sector; hence, deserving of everyone’s gratitude, she said. In his keynote speech, Aquino-Valencia expressed his joy and excitement to arrive in this part of the country for the first time and has thanked the hospitality of the good people of Plaridel especially by Mayor Ty. Valencia took pride of the accomplishment of Senator Bam Aquino that RA 10644 really seeks to address poverty across the country. He said that to the burning desire of the senator to help his countrymen, he once said he would retire once the bill is signed into law. However, as the bill was finally passed, approved and signed, the senator said it was a challenging point for him to draft more bills that could really help
the Filipino people raise their quality of life. Plaridel town mayor Ty said he is very thankful to the Department of Trade and Industry officers and staff that helped his administration bring another milestone accomplishment for his constituents. “The fact that Negosyo Center-Plaridel is the first NC launched in the municipality in our province is itself a distinction, and we are honored to that,” said the Mayor. He also emphasized that although he has been talking to the senator’s representative Simon Aquino-Valencia over the phone for quite a long time, it was his first meeting with him throughout those years and he could not help but express his wholehearted thanks to the support the senator has extended to his administration and to the people of Plaridel. Provincial Administrative Officer Gerardo O. Robin who represented Governor Herminia M. Ramiro congratulated the local government unit of Plaridel for the significant accomplishment. Robin said the message of the lady governor of continued support to all worthy projects for the people of Plaridel and the people of Misamis Occidental. Meanwhile, the NAPC sectoral representative welcomed the establishSee dti, page 7
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NorthMin, Caraga Guardians pledged support for Duterte CAGAYAN de Oro City -- More than 150,000 guardians in Northern Mindanao are set to volunteer as poll watchers for Digong Duterte, this Monday dur ing the presidential elections. This was bared after chapter leaders in Northern Mindanao and Caraga region have pledged their support to the candidacy of Duterte, who is himself a regular member of the guardians, during a fellowship and gathering at the VIP Hotel this city on May 3. The chapters of the two regions has a memUnited Guardians of Northern Mindanao (UGNM) chairman Mike Salvador welcoming Senator Koko Pimentel, PDP Laban bership of more than chair, during the recent fellowship of the Guardians at the VIP Hotel, Cag. De Oro. 150,000 according to Mike Salvador, chairman of the United Guardians of Northern Mindanao Fellowship. “We will see to it that the ballots for Duterte are secured and there will be no cheatC A G AY A N D E O R O contribute to increase distribution and trade; ness as MSMEs can be- ing,” Salvador assured CITY -- Want to buy in income and employ- wider/global market come more aware of Sen. Koko Pimentel who reach; improved im- the competition and Vjandep pastel? Or or- ment in the country. der Slers chicharon? In Region 10, there age and brand aware- changes in the marOr Darling’s ham? Visit are 169 MSMEs assist- ness and customer ser- ket, thus, MSMEs are www.oneStore.ph and ed through SETUP by vice; increased market on their toes to always you will see the various DOST since its incep- awareness, continuous go for product/service products of Department tion in 2000 with a total trading; interactive and innovation or quality of Science and Tech- project cost of about environment-friendly. improvement. nology (DOST ) - as- 161M. These include the With oneStore, travel Sellers and customsisted micro, small and Vjandep Pastel, SLERS costs are reduced as it ers can assess 24/7 sales C A G AYA N D E O R O medium enterprises Meat Products, Dar- uses a mobile phone, service, a convenient CITYM -- The Departling Meat Products and email and other ICTs to way when trading glob- ment of Environment (MSMEs). This is made pos- many more. A number substitute for travels. ally. and Natural Resources sible through another of SETUP proposals are It is also leads to more There are now about (DENR), Region 10 toinitiative from DOST being evaluated and, in supply management 2,000 products in the gether with the Archdio2016, 33 MSMEs-SETUP and it eliminates the website, and 10,000 cese of Cagayan de Oro dubbed as oneStore. need for middlemen products are targeted to City spearheaded the oneStore is a digital partners are added. marketing that incorpo- The traditional way thus, redound to lower be uploaded this year. Earth Day celebration on rates e-commerce in the of buying and selling transaction costs, re- DOST Region 10 has April 22 in Cagayan de operations of MSMES, g o o d s i s t i m e - c o n - duced overhead, inven- uploaded about 252 Oro City with the theme, MSME products and “Trees for the Earth.” a strategy which helps suming, uses debit/ tory and labor costs. business enterprises credit card payment I t a l s o i m p r ov e s targets to upload 350 Earth Day is celebratto widen the scope of and point-of-sale (POS), customer ser vice by before the year ends. ed every April 22 of the their market, and in- and energy-consuming. providing more respon- T o a c c e s s t h e year to strengthen public crease their business With the oneStore, de- sive order-taking and oneStore, go to this advocacy on the environlivery is door-to-door, after-sales service to website: www.oneStore. mental issues that still opportunities. There are thousands payments are online, customers using live p h o r i t s F B, D O S T need to be addressed and of MSMEs in the Philip- products can be eas- chat and email which O n e s t o r e t . p h a n d preserving biodiversity. pines assisted by DOST ily accessed anytime, can result to increased browse through the An early Solidarity u p l o a d e d p r o d u c t s. Walk for Mother Earth customer loyalty. through its Small En- anywhere. terprises Technology This means reduced A n o t h e r b e n e f i t ( Teresita Superioridad kicked-off the event Up g ra d i n g Pr o g ra m travel costs, cost of ma- of the oneStore is in- Baluyos, tsuperioridad. from the Capitol grounds (SETUP). These MSMEs terials, marketing and creased market aware- dost@yahoo.com) to Kiosko Kagawasan, Cagayan de Oro City, graced by Ms. Earth England 2015 Katrina Kendall A program was held after the solidarity walk to feature messages concerning Mother Earth. DENR 10 Assistant Regional Director for Technical Services Felix S. Mirasol Jr. said that we can face the challenges on climate change through unity in the simplest way possible. For her part, Ms. Earth England 2015 Katrina Kendall said that protecting our Mother Earth starts with ourselves, in our hearts and in our COMELEC, PNP and AFP convene for their Final Regional Coordinating Conference and Signing of the Strategic minds because every Plan to ensure a secure and fair national and local elections 2016 in Northern Mindanao. (PRO10) single day we have the
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was the keynote speaker during the fellowship. “If they have one Bicol in Southern Luzon and One Cebu for Duterte, we have ONE GUARDIAN who will bring Duterte to Malacañang,” Salvador added. During his message, Koko Pimentel expressed his gratitude to the Guardians for their support to PDP-Laban’s official candidate for the President – Digong Duterte. Pimentel is the concurrent PDP-Laban president. Pimentel exhorted the Guardians that their volunteerism is beyond selfish motive. “We have told our party-mates that we will monitor the election as BYOP (“Bring Your Own Pagkaon”) volunteers,” senator Koko said. He added that he is thankful that the Guardians will be doing the same as self-volunteers. See guardians, page 7
CDO joins Earth Day celebration chance to make a difference in this world through the choices that we make and with unity we can make a change for our future. Meanwhile, DENR 10 with the Local Government Unit of El Salvador City conducted a mangrove cleanup and replanting wherein 1,100 mangrove propagules were planted. Shoreline and underwater cleanup at El Salvador City was participated by various non-government and government sectors and divers. The Earth Day celebration was capped with Laudato Si (On Care of Our Common Home), a choreo-drama activity headed by Rev. Fr. Rodulfo Galenzoga from the Archdiocese of Iligan City. It was participated by the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro Ecology Ministries, migrants ministry, social workers, child care workers, Indigenous People (IP) and the Hiyasalim Theater group. A mangrove planting was also conducted on April 15 at Barangay Bonbon headed by the City Local Environment and Natural Resources. About 60 participants participated by the Archdiocese See earth day, page 7
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Opinion
STOP THAT STUPID WAR The war between the government and the NPA rebels is pure and simple stupid that must be stopped now. This is one conflict that cannot be won by either side. This is one war that has victimized thousands of civilians, soldiers, rebels and cost millions upon millions of public funds. Tears flowed like rivers as graveyards were filled with victims - - the result of more than forty seven years of fighting, ambushes, treacheries, misunderstanding. etc. . It definitely is a useless war that it seems nobody understand. One deadly conflict that can be settled with smile and peace if both sides try to sit don in a peace meeting. The battleground is the Philippines and the combatants are all Filipinos. I am sure everybody lost track of the number of deaths involved and of the amount of money spent for coffins, burial, insurance and many things. Every week there is news of skirmishes, ambushes, heavy fighting, dozens of people killed or whatever and still the conflict goes on even before the smoke of firefight could disappear in the skies. This stupid war has produced thousands of teary-eyed widows and orphans in
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both sides. This is absolutely an stupid war. Because of the conflict that dragged more than 47 years, it has become part of our lives and explosions, gun fires and street fights are just ordinary to us. The worst scenario is the war is played by Filipinos in both sides and as such nobody wins - - both are injured in any kind of battle. This makes it stupid or plain foolish action that could not end. This kind of war is for the comics or in the movies. It should not be in reality when bloodsheds are genuine I don’t see Filipinos as stupid people who could not see eye-to-eye if they meet for peace. Why don’t we sit down one day and shake hands to settle the conflict. Or are we that foolish that we cannot understand one another? In today’s newspaper I read about
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the police officer held captive released from custody by the NPA rebels in Banglay, Lagonglong, Misamis Oriental. I know where Banglay is as I had been there many times hunting for birds when I was a little boy. It is a top most mountain of Lagoglong just few miles from Omagus that overlooks the poblacion and as far as the barangay of Napaliran, in Balingasag. The police officer revealed he was treated well by the rebels and even attended to his illness of high blood pressure. With this relation, why should we fight? For one thing the rebels need help in terms of food, education for their children, medical and dental cares, etc. that the government must help. Instead of buying guns and bullets, why don’t we give the funds to the needy rebels? Why don’t we give them lands to work on and produce food for the country, or give them loans in government banks to help their families become productive. Why can’t we give their children free education and books to turn these young boys and girls useful citizens of tomorrow? Is our government timid of its obligations to its people? Right now it seems our leadership is confined to
helping the business sector that included foreigners while giving a sour look at our people. Not so many are rebels but for sure I knew it because they told me their rancor and heartaches to some leaders. This is definitely a reverse action of our former leaders’ program of Filipino First. This kind of treatment towards our people is definitely one reason why discontentment and dissatisfaction flowed freely thus driving into the hells some of our disgruntled brothers. As an active journalist some years ago I met many rebels including kumanders and shook hands with them. They come to towns and cities and walk around, mingle with everyone as if there was no pains in their hearts. Nobody knows they were rebels although the big ones are identified by the military. In the other side I had many military generals as friends. I just sat on the fence and stayed neutral as possible. I never passed words or information from one side to the other. I urge our government to make an order for the NPA rebels to come down with safe passage and into a conference room to discuss issues involved in the controversy. We
Make Work Work for You Think a minute…Have you heard many people say: “Oh, good! I’m going to work today!”? I sure haven’t. Usually what we say is, “I have to go to work today!” Why? Probably because many people do not enjoy their work. We feel it’s just something we’re forced to do. Our job is like a necessary evil that we must endure so we can feed and care for our family—which, of course, is very important. No wonder studies show that most people do not do their best at their work or job. It’s also why many people throw away their hard-earned money on foolish gambling like lotteries. They think they have a chance to hit the big jackpot and never have to work again! Then they’ll be free to do nothing the rest of their life. But someone said, “The problem with doing nothing is that you never know when you’re finished!” However, when it comes to our weekends, not many people say:“Too bad! I have to take the weekend off from work.” You see, it’s all in our attitude and the way we look at something. So if we’ll approach our work with a positive attitude, being grateful that we even have a job to provide for our family, then we’ll start to appreciate and enjoy our
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job more. We’ll also take more pride in our work and do it better. Then we just might get a promotion or better job somewhere else! As adults we must work like we did as children when our father was watching. Because our Maker IS watching us all day! He sees our attitude and how well we do our job. Since He gave us our life, health and abilities, He expects us to do our best at every small job we do no matter how unimportant we think it is. So if you’ve not had a good attitude about your work and not done your very best, you can ask Jesus to forgive you today. But He also wants to change you and help you start doing your best at everything you do. It’s then you can finally start fully enjoying all the blessings that God wants to give you. Just Think a Minute…
Duterte, next RP president LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the L O R D … ” ( P r ov e r b s 16:33, the Holy Bible). -ooo INC, OTHER RELIGIOUS GROUPS, SUPPORT DUTERTE: The word is out: the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) will be voting for Rodrigo Duterte and Sen. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. This is highly unusual given the fact that Duterte is also being supported by another major religious group from Mindanao, whose doctrines greatly differ from the INC. The Anak ng Diyos Kadugo Ni Kristo (AND KNK) Church earlier declared the same choice of Duterte and Marcos. Duterte really is the next Philippine president. -ooo WILD FANTASY OF GR AC E , JOJO, MAR : From former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Perfecto Yasay Jr.: “The so-called silent majority that will allegedly change the tide of the elections is nothing more than a wild fantasy intended to resuscitate the steadily declining chances of Grace Poe, Jojo Binay, and Mar Roxas in win-
ning the race for the highest office of the land. It is a scheme purposely hatched to give credence to their election should either of them win. “The truth is that it is from this command or swing votes that the cheating machinery of the well-funded candidates, especially Mar Roxas, will be used to the hilt to steal the presidency from the top contender, Rody Duterte. “The fact is that this silent majority have already resolutely rejected the vice presidential bid of Roxas in 2010 in favor of Binay who won. On the last minute, Roxas realized that the overwhelming and wide margin that he garnered at the earlier stages of the 2010 campaign switched in droves to Binay as the surveys showed just a few days before election day. -ooo FILIPINOS’ CHOICE: D U T E RT E : “C l e a r l y, t h e re w a s n o s i l e n t majority that changed the tide of that political contest. They were all accounted for during the sur veys. The surprise was not that there were hidden com-
mand votes that existed. Roxas saw his popularity erode, and the electorate who initially expressed themselves for him changed their minds in favor of the incumbent Vice President. “The same factual reality obtains today and surveys invaluably provide the clear data of how candidates should address them given the limited time left. This is the main reason that justifies surveys, whether people believe them or not. The voters who earlier openly voiced their preferences for Binay, switched to Roxas, and then to Poe, and now in droves in support of Rody Duterte. “But since the election process is not yet over, candidates continue to scramble to make it appear that the choice of the voters is still up for grabs. There is no secret to Duterte’s popularity that encompasses a broad spectrum of the entire A, B, C, D, and E classes of voters. The majority of these voters have all but expressed their choices just barely a week before the elections. -ooo D U T E RT E , N E X T
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RP PRESIDENT: “Their preference is resoundingly for Rody Duterte and the battle as revealed by the surveys is how to make the voters change their minds. If the elections will be clean, honest and orderly as Comelec promises to be, Rodrigo Roa Duterte will be the next President of the Republic of the Philippines. “Poe, Roxas, and Binay all know this and the last ditch efforts of their campaigns that now heavily depends on the black propaganda churned by Antonio Tr illanes is that the main bulk of Duterte supporters and voters will change their minds. Indeed the silent majority hoped for by desperate candidates are the See batas, page 7
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A Mother, All-in for Development “Sa mga lumipas na panahon, natutunan ko na ang pagtaguyod ng pamilya ay tulad din ng pamamahala ng gobyer no, na nangangailangan ng pagkakaisa at pagtutulungan upang makamit ang tagumpay (over the years, I learned that managing a family is like managing a government, it needs unity and cooperation to succeed), says Maribel Vertudazo, a 47 year old mother of ten children f r o m t h e Is l a n d o f Camiguin. She claims to have learn this over her years of experience being a community volunteer to the Department of S o c i a l We l f a re a n d Development’s KALAHICIDSS program and as a Pantawid grantee. “Being a community volunteer taught me to be strong and creative in dealing with various types of people”, says Maribel. “ While the Pantawid Pamliyang Pilipino Program is providing aide to my children’s need, I also get to improve our family income through the Sustainable Livelihood Program, an all-in privilege indeed”, she adds. In early days In early days, Mrs. Maribel’s family was challenged after a neardeath encounter of her husband who was once a member of the Civilian Volunteer Organization (CVO) most commonly known as “Barangay Tanod” of Barangay San Jose, Mahinog, Province of Camiguin. Accordingly, her husband was stabbed 5 times in vital parts of his body which he has to undergo vigorous surgery to survive. “Isa ka bulan mi nagpuyo
sa ospital tungod sa operasyon sa akong bana, ang iyang tambal kulang ang dos mil kadaadlaw, naglisod gyud ko ato unsaon pagbayad sa mga galastuhon (because of his surgery, we were confined in the hospital for a month, his medicines cost two thousand pesos more or less every day, it was devastating considering we do not have enough money to pay for the expenses, I didn’t know how to survive that)”, she narrates. But because of her awareness to DSWD programs, she was able to seek for medical assistance and other support to aid their needs. “Nagpasalamat gyud ko sa DSWD kay wala gyud ko gibalibaliran panahon sa among kalisod, (I was thankful to DSWD because they didn’t fail us in times of our struggle”, she affirms. Moving forward Although M r. Virtudazo survived the incident, his vital organs was severely weakened that in result he is prohibited to do heavy lifting jobs or any heavy works for that matter. “Pero ang akong bana gadawat gihapon ug ginagmay nga trabaho sa basakan, pangtustos sa among pagkaon kay inadlaw man iyang abot (but my husband now accepts farm labor works on a daily basis or on call basis were he earns a penny just to support our daily need for food”, Maribel says. G i v e n t h e circumstances, Mrs. Maribel has to look f or other s ourc e of livelihood, she has to earn as well to support her family. Even though most of her children has
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families of their own, she still have four minor children to attend to. Three of her children are being monitored under the Pantawid Pamilya program, this means that their education and health needs are supported under this program. “Dagko gyud ang natabang sa Pantawid Pamilya program sa among pamilya kay tungod, tanang panghinaglanon sa akong mga anak sa eskwelahan gitubag na sa programa, dili na kayo ko mamroblema (I am really grateful to the Pantawid Pamilya program because it helped tremendously my children’s needs in school apart from the health benefits, I don’t have to worry too much on this matter)”, she says. As an added income to her husband, Maribel
sells “kakanin” or native Filipino delicacies to their neighborhood. Community participation leading to development Mov i n g f o r w a r d , Maribel continues to b e a c t i ve i n D S W D activities, given that she a community volunteer and a Pantawid grantee, she is always informed about the other development programs of the department. When the Sustainable Livelihood Program came in, Maribel knew she has to get involved. Well, she did. She was one of the thirty-four participants from the municipality of Mahinog, who completed the 15days Food Processing Training provided by 1 and All Technical School for this particular project. “Wala gyud ko nagduha-duha ug apil sa training, labi na kay
ganahan ko magluto-luto (I didn’t hesitate to join the training especially because I really like cooking),” she asserts. For this particular training, the participants were taught on how to process foods, make it presentable and eventually earn from it. “We are more than privileged to be working hand-in-hand with the government particularly in investing to human capital development, a noble approach to improve their livelihood”, says Ms. Joy Co, the President of 1 and All Technical School. “Our school’s mission is to develop a workforce o f re s p o n s i b l e a n d effective citizen to make significant contribution to the manpower demand locally and globally surpassing the requirements of the industries and
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the community”, “But beyond this, we also want to genuinely help people like Maribel, who are persistent and resilient, who uses her weakness to rise and succeed”, she adds. “Human sa among training, gitagaan mi nila ug “starter kits”, galingan, blender, kitchen tools, ug uban pang materials para sa food processing, aron makasugod gyud mi ug negosyo (after our training, the school provided us “starter kits” which included grinder, blender, kitchen tools and other materials needed for food processing necessary for us to start our very own business”, she says. Maribel further affir ms that getting involved in community development programs of the government is really important. “Base sa See development, page 7
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Family Welfare Committees in Iligan advocate healthy lifestyle ILIGAN CITY -- The Department of Labor and Employment, Regional Office No. 10 (DOLE-10), through its Lanao del Norte (LDN) Provincial Field Office (PFO) and its partner, the Federation of Family Welfare Committees (FFWC) Iligan City-Lanao del Norte (IC- LDN) Chapter held recently in Iligan City its learning session on Proper Nutrition on Filipinos and Lifestyle that Causes Cancer and Lifestyle Habits that Prevent Cancer. DOLE-10 LDN PFO Provincial Head Remegio D. Cabañog reported that the activity was participated by some 40 participants coming from 20 different establishments/ companies and two labor union organizations in the City and Lanao del Norte. The participating establishments/companies are Neopace Incorporated; Interpace Corporation; National Grid Corporation of the Philippines; Mapalad Power Corporation; Granexport Manufacturing Corporation; LBC; Super 5 Transport; Newtech Pulp Incorporated; Lanao Arrastre, Trendline; Mercy
Community Hospital Incorporated; Mabuhay Vinyl Corporation; FilEslon Manufacturing Corporation; Republic Cement Incorporated; St. Peter’s College; Petronas; IMASCO Arrastre and Stevedoring Corporation; and Loy’s Pharmacy. Likewise, it was also participated by labor unions like Federation of Democratic Labor Organization and Iligan City Government Employees Union. James Silverio Adorable, a registered dietitian nutritionist was the first speaker with topic on “Proper Nutrition for Filipinos.” Adorable said, “To attain the ideal body weight and to have a healthy body, we must eat a variety of healthy foods with moderation and balance or proper choice of food, physical activity or exercise, have an at least eight hours of sleep, keep yourself hydrated or drink at least 1500ml of water a day, and avoid a stressful environment.” Meanwhile, Dr. Evelyn D. Navidad, discussed about “Lifestyle that Causes Cancer and See family, page 7
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DOLE 10 Labor Day Job Fair hires 211 applicants on the spot
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AGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The Department of Labor and Employment, Regional Office No. 10 (DOLE-10), surpassed the regional target with 26% or some 211 job applicants as HiredOn-The-Spot (HOTS) during the 114th Labor Day Job Fair on 1 May 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City. Further, of the total HOTS, 188 were hired for local employment and 23 for overseas. As the main event f o r t h i s y e a r ’s L a bor Day celebration, many of the applicants came from the nearby provinces of the city. As far as Mambajao town of the Province of Camiguin, Miss Milvie P. Bacor readied herself a day before to join the Job Fair in Cagayan de Oro City. Bringing her credentials as a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education fresh graduate from Fatima College of Camiguin, she was eager to apply in the Job Fair. “I am very hopeful in joining this Job Fair, being also a for mer
Kolambugan Reaps Fruit of Community Driven Development. Community volunteers, and residents alike, can now enjoy the benefits of their completed concrete 360 (Linear Meter) LM Farm-to-Market Road subproject in Barangay San Roque, Kolambugan, Lanao del Norte through the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services - National Community Driven Development (Kalahi CIDSS-NCDDP). Photo courtesy of Carolyn P Caw-it, DSWD Area Coordinator, Kolambugan, LDN
SPES (Special Program for the Employment of Students) beneficiary of the Province last Summer of CY 2014-2015, giving me the trust towards DOLE programs,” she said. Bacor only applied to one vacant position and company as a Cashier at SM City’s Toy Kingdom. “I applied only at Toy Kingdom, believing my credentials are what the company is looking for,” she said. “I am very excited to work and be an asset to Toy Kingdom,” Bacor said. “We are very poor in the family and I believe my employment will realize my dream to build a home for my family,” she said. Bacor’s father is the b re a d w i n n e r o f t h e family, as a carpenter. She is the first to graduate among her siblings, as the second of five in their family. “My salary will not only help the household expenses but also help my younger siblings continue school,” she said. Toy K i n g d o m o p erates under Interna-
tional Toyworld Inc. (ITI), an all-Filipino owned company which started its retail operations on September of 1990. As an affiliate of the SM Group of Companies, ITI engages in the wholesale and retail of toys and other related merchandise. It is the largest chain of toy stores in the AsiaPacific region and easily accessible in leading SM Malls nationwide, inside SM Department Stores and in SM Supermarkets/Hypermarkets/Save More. Likewise, a Kagayanon, Jeanie May Figuracion, previously an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW ) as a Domestic Household Worker in Kuwait for two years and five months ago, was also a HOTS by YHMD International Manpower as a Cleaner in Saudi Arabia. “I want to return to work abroad after being unemployed for the past seven months,” Figuracion said. “Though this is my first time to join in a Job Fair, I came early and prepared my requirements, which
are already on-hand from my previous work, especially that I come from a far-flung barangay in Dansolihon,” she added. “Having experienced working abroad was advantageous to me being a single mother of two, the breadwinner of seven other siblings, and financial provider of my father who is now paralyzed after a brain surgery from an accident,” Figuracion said. She was very thankful of the Job Fair program of the Departm e n t , “He a r i n g t h e announcement from a radio station, I did not think twice anymore and proceeded right away in SM,” she said. The 2016 Labor Day Job Fair posted some 9,186 vacancies. The 4,859 vacancies were available for overseas hire from 13 recruitment agencies; some 4,305 vacancies for local employment from the 90 private companies; and eight government agencies also participated with 22 vacancies. See dole, page 7
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who grew up under the authoritarian regime of Marcos’s father and namesake. He is seen to concentrate his final campaign week salvo on the Visayas and Mindanao regions, where his rivals Robredo and Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano, respectively, are currently on top. Political analysts said Aquino has recently gone on an offensive to derail the Marcos campaign. Taking the c u e f ro m t h e o t h e r vice-presidentiables, he has trained his sights on the excesses of the martial law era, notably the issues of massive corruption and human rights violations which were prevalent then. But instead of making a dent, Aquino’s accusations have further bolstered M a r c o s’ p o p u l a r i t y among the lower classes as well as factions of the upper and middle classes disgruntled at the failure of the incumbent administration to deliver basic services. It has been said by Aquino’s detractors that blunders of Aquino’s Cabinet have also become the focus of voters’ disenchantment, particularly those committed by the socalled “Tres de Alas” or 3 aces composed of Agriculture Sec. Prosie Alcala, Budget Sec. Butch Abad and Transportation Sec. Jun Abaya, with Aquino himself being the 4th ace. Their litany of sins includes the Luneta hostage crisis, DAP/ PDAF scandal, LTO/BOC schemes, Zamboanga siege, Yo l a n d a re h a b m i s h a n d l i n g , Mamasapano massacre, MRT breakdowns, NAIA “tanim-bala” scam and the latest Kidapawan carnage. Aquino’s detractors have threatened to file cases against him as soon as he steps down on June 30. On the other hand, many voters have come to the conclusion that his anti-Bongbong tirades are just ploys to prolong the family feud between the Aquino and Marcos clans.
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of Visayas Field Office in Cebu, discussed about the danger of using butane gas. “LPG in the Philippines is composed of a mixture of propane and butane; and, LPG has a higher pressure (480 – 1050 kPa) than pure butane (485 kPa max).There is higher fire incident caused by using butane gas. “These diversified unsafe business misconducts and malpractices are definitely posing
a serious threat to the safety and welfare of the consumers and the oil industry in general,” Maleza said. F u r t h e r, N i l o J . Geroche DOE- Mindanao Field Office illustrated the authentic LPG to help the consumers identify which should be bought for use in the household. “An LPG container fabricated from prescribed steel plates consists of a cylindrical shell and two forged ends which are welded on to the shell or drawn halves circumferentially welded together,” Geroche told the participants. The DOE shared their plans and actions in addressing these problems in the country. They already conducted massive inspections either DOE initiated or in coordination with various LGUs and concerned government agencies. “Though we have done several actions in dealing those problems, we still need the help of every citizen to address these problems and put an action to eliminate the problems,” DOE-OIMB OIC Director Rodela I. Romero said. The briefing ended up with this quote coming from the DOE, informing the people the importance of its function, “A well-informed and vigilant consumer is the best-protected consumer.” (Ysrael Donne Jimenez/JMOR/PIA10)
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“Siya (Binay) ay Ibanag at madali po niyang mapakinggan ang mga hinaing ng ating Indigenous People,” said Layog. One of the serious problems facing the Indigenous People is ownership of their ancestral lands, according to Layog, “but President Binay assured that “he will hit the ground running, and personally attend to the IP’s issue on Ancestral Domain. “There is apparent lack of coordination between the national government and the LGUs and the NCIP in attending to the IP’s concerns especially on ancestral domain c l a i m s by t h e p a s t administration. This will not happen anymore during the Binay presidency because he will be on top of the situation,” Layog added. He assured that the Binay presidency will not commit the callousness of the past administrations, and will see to it that it will always provide the basic needs of the Indigenous People like shelter health and food. Layog said they have interviewed several IP
leaders who complained that schools built for them are too far away from their abode, even roads and highways are hardly accessible to them and those programs like Pantawid Pamilya have not reached the I Ps v i l l a g e s. T h a t’s why the fundamental programs for IPs in Binay’s administration will see to it that the basic needs of the tribal people are delivered to their doorsteps. On the issue o f an c e s tral lan d s, some of the media interviewers cited the unfortunate situation that big companies and multinationals, as well as influential families have been opposing the ancestral domain claims of the IPs and have been harassing them. President Binay will be facing these enemies of the IPs, an editor comment. However, Layog assured that ” Binay is never beholden to the big companies. Makikita natin sa Makati yan.” We must respect our Indigenous People. They should be consulted in projects and programs that affect their lives and livelihood. This is the core of the Binay administration’s program for the Indigenous People,” Layog concluded.
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In return, Salvador said the Guardians will officially propose an alliance with PDP-Laban as nationwide volunteer poll watchers for Duterte. Pimentel cited and thanked Mike Salvador for organizing such a wonderful fellowship among Guardians who belong to various chapters, groups and factions, adding it was a very laudable accomplishment. The chapters were r e p r e s e n t e d by t h e Founders and RMGs during the fellowship. They were: PGBI; RAM Guardians; UGII; GII; GRHI; and GBI. Notable Guardian VIPs present during the affair included the chairman and vice chairman of CARAGA Guardians and the Legal Adviser of the Guardians. The organization propagates the motto: Brotherhood for PEACE, INTEGRITY, JUSTICE, E QUA L I T Y, S E RV I C E and PROSPERITY. Its mission is: “To adhere and internalize the enduring core values of God’s love, respect for authority, selfless love, service for people, respect for women and country.
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ment of the Negosyo Ce n t e r w h i c h a s h e said, is expected to spur economic development in the place that will eventually impact on p ov e r t y a l l e v i a t i o n . He congratulated the DTI, the LGU, Provincial SMED Council, the Negosyo Center Industry Partners and all the stakeholders for this accomplishment towards realization of inclusive growth. The Provincial SMED Council and the DTI earlier determined three Negosyo Centers to be established in 2016; namely, Negosyo Center-Tangub, Negosyo Center-Plaridel and Negosyo Center-Jimenez taking into account the economic growth areas in the province. The Provincial SMED Council was represented during the launching by the president of the Oroquieta City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. Provincial Caretaker Tabucan thanked everyone for their presence and for the success of the launching while she also hinted that it is always the convergence of efforts among all stakeholders that will keep the center working in its full potential. (Methusael B. Lumantas/DTI MisOcc)
of Cagayan de Oro Ecology Care Ministry, students, DENR personnel, organizations, military and police which planted 2,500 mangrove propagules. Ms. Earth England 2015 Katrina Kendall also visited at DENR and shared her insights and inspirations about “The Effects of Climate Change: A Call for Sustainability” during the Monday Convocation Program on April 18. (Chriselle Joy Lagunday/ RPAO-DENR/PIA-10)
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have wasted so much blood and bullets, guns and money. The time has come when things must end and let the rebels join society with peace and smiles. Arrogance in the government side must end. The rebels are taxpayers too like me and anyone of us. Many people are tired of this ugly and unnecessary war. It is so expensive and deadly. If we really want to fight then we should wait for the real enemy - - the communists who might come to our soil to disturb us. Let us wait for them who plan to grab our soil and annex them to their country. It is sweeter to fight a real enemy.
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akong mga na-experience isip usa ka community volunteer ug Pantawid grantee, daghan gyud kog natun-an (based on my experiences as community volunteer and Pantawd grantee, I have learned a lot of things)”, she tells. She confirmed that apart from the technicalities she learned from being a volunteer, she has also evolved as a woman. As a wife and a mother, she now understands the importance of communication and cooperation in sustaining harmonious relationship among families. Most of all, she feels confident about herself. In her final statement, Maribel emphasized, “kitang tanang pwede mahimong instrumento alang sa kalambuan sa atong nasod (all of should take part in developing our nation, we can be instruments of change)”. Written by Jamila M. Taha, DSWD
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Lifestyle Habits.” Navidad shared some insights on how to avoid cancer by following the acronym, NEW START or defined as, Nutrition - should be in proper diet and a right choice of food and if possible to avoid red meat; Exercise - at least once a day so that you will have a
good blood circulation; Water - we should drink more water or fresh fruit juice and avoid acidic drinks; Sunlight - adequate exposure to sun is very beneficial to our body; Temperance - it is very crucial in our daily life wither in the choice of food to the decisions that you are making every day, it is very important to be happy and have a positive outlook in life; Air - Oxygen is very vital in our body as much as possible avoid polluted places; Rest - adequate rest is needed to repair damage tissues in the body due to everyday activity; and Trust (In Divine Power) - all of us has different views in life most specially in our creator. DOLE-10 Regional Director Raymundo G. Agravante is always in support with the Family Welfare Program of the Department. “Promoting a healthy lifestyle towards family and colleagues is one of the dimensions of the program and greatly advocated by the Department,” he said. Agravante encourages that decent work promotes productivity in the workplace. ( Joseph Nathan J. Fabrega/ DOLE-10 LDN)
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Of the confirmed job vacancies solicited, DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante said that some 1,209 applicants were registered, of which, 1,145 were interviewed and 802 were qualified. Some 566 are near hired ( l a c k i n g i n re q u i re ments, or for further interview). This year’s monthlong Labor Day celebration in the region is anchored on the theme, “Kinabukasan Sigurado sa Disenteng,” which this Job Fair was only participated by the private companies which were awarded with the Certificates of Compliance with the Department or they are compliant with labor laws and standards. (Mildred E. Dablio/DOLE-10)
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