Consumer group supports state of calamity in IGaCoS

The Davao Consumer Movement (DCM) expressed support to the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Island Garden City of Samal - 9th City Council’s declaration of a state of calamity in response to the ongoing power crisis in the city.

“We commend the City Council for their swift and proactive measures to address the adverse impacts of this crisis and ensure the welfare of the residents. At the same time, we are saddened that the local government had to step in and help the residents when this falls squarely on the shoulders of Northern Davao Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Nordeco),” the group said in a statement.

The group cited Resolution No. 734 s. 2023, which states that it is a necessary step to enable the government and relevant agencies to employ immediate measures to mitigate the power crisis as the basis of such a declaration.

On Thursday, Davao del Norte

Governor Edwin Jubahib has issued statement concerning to IGaCoS’ declaration of a state of calamity.

“There is an ongoing power crisis in IGaCoS. This crisis has escalated to such a dire extent that it has necessitated the local government unit (LGU) of IGaCoS to declare the city under a state of calamity due to a power crisis. Who’s to blame? Of course, Nordeco — a public service utility