Tricycle drivers, women’s groups receive food packs

At least 280 tricycle drivers from different associations and members of women’s groups in Barangay Talomo received food packs and tumblers from Rodrigo “Rigo Duterte II on March 22, 2023.

The distribution, which was held at the Barangay Satellite Office in Royal Valley, Bangkal, was Rigo’s way to appreciate the contribution of tricycle drivers in their respective communities.

Beneficiaries are members of Morio-Morio TODA Association, Morio-Morio Women’s Association, Talomo Cemento Center Beach TODA Association, New Washington TODA Association, 7-11 Bangkal TODA Association, Puan TODA Association, Flores Village TODA Association, Ulas Women’s Association and NHA Women’s Association.

“Tricycle drivers are responsible for taking us to places ug nag rely sad ta sa ilaha nga safe ang atong pag sakay padulong sa eskwelahan or opisina ug palengke. Dili sayon ang pagiging tricycle driver kay it requires a lot of work and dedication due to the constant workload,” Rigo said.

Showing concern for the tricycle drivers was also done by Rigo’s grandfather, former president Rodrigo Duterte.

In 2016, two days before the second presidential debate, then-Mayor Rodrigo Duterte hold a campaign in Novaliches wherein he talked to tricycle drivers and heard their concerns on the high cost of goods, health care, and crime.

Meanwhile, Rigo has been representing his father First Congressional District Representative Paolo “Pulong” Duterte these days in turning over various projects such as multi-purpose building, evacuation center, school buildings, and other facilities in some barangays in Davao City.

By Maya M. Padillo

this case, raises serious questions about his commitment to said values.

“I condemn this reckless act in the strongest terms possible. An impartial and thorough probe is underway to ferret out the truth in this accident in which SK Federation President Emerson Dave Silutan was involved. It is crucial that all responsible parties, including Mr. Silutan, are held accountable for their actions, and that necessary sanctions and penalties are imposed as per the provisions of Philippine laws,” he added.

Jubahib assured that the provincial government of Davao del Norte will collaborate with the relevant authorities and ensure that all aspects of the case are scrutinized fairly.

Currently, Silutan has not issued any statement concerning the said incident.

“While he may commit to paying for the incurred expenses for the repair of the vehicles and the damaged property, it is important to note that his acts would not exculpate him from his responsibilities and the poten- tial legal consequences,” Jubahib said.

He said as a governor, he committed to maintaining the integrity and accountability of the government officials and employees, particularly those in the Sangguniang Kabataan who have to be role models for the youth.

Earlier this month, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced the official calendar of activities for the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE). The BSKE polls are scheduled on October 30, 2023

On the road mishap involving a Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation president and a companion on March 21, 2023 which caused serious damage to the Suaybaguio Riña Elementary School property in Magugpo North, Tagum City:

“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” - ABRAHAM LINCOLN.

*******

A nation populated by empty stomachs is the exact formula for restiveness that results into a proletarian revolution.

Throughout history, this much has been proven by many countries around the world where hunger and poverty stalk the people no end and their respective leaders are helpless to solve their domestic problems.

In South America, Africa, Asia even in Eastern Europe where domestic conflicts seem to have no end, the burden lies with the leadership.

In Sri Lanka, incumbent authorities fled with their loot to countries where they were given safe haven.

Similarly, the Taliban drove away Afghan officials from their perch but not without the latter bringing with them enough resources they stacked away in anticipation of such a critical development.