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Smuggling in fuel industry exposed Task Force formed to run after oil manipulators

City Councilor Alvin Calingin made the disclosure during the city council’s regular session Monday. The session invited stakeholders and distributors of fuel products in the locality to shed light on excessive oil prices here in aid of legislation. One of the top officials invited to explain the basis for computing fuel prices was the Department of Energy (DOE) regional director Manuel Llanuza. Llanuza EXPOSED/PAGE 9

Group decries arrest of women’s advocate By JOE DEL PUERTO FELICILDA, Managing Editor

DIPOLOG City––Twenty state security forces came to the house of Helen Igloria, a health worker and women’s rights advocate, on the night of April 25 to serve a warrant on her arrest on alleged fabricated charges of murder with assault, said Barug Katungod, a group of Mindanao tri-people human rights defenders project implemented by

Initiatives for Peace in Mindanao in consortium with Union of Peoples’ Lawyers in Mindanao (UPLM), in a statement released to the media yesterday. The group said that Igloria, administrative officer of the Community Based Health Services (CBHS) in Zamboanga del Norte and founding member of GROUP/PAGE 9

2 men divest SMC agent of P85-t sales

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A CITY COUNCILOR in Cagayan de Oro City has exposed alleged smuggling in the oil industry that manipulate pump prices of fuel products in some parts of the country especially in Mindanao.

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BUTUAN City––Two unidentified armed men held up a female San Miguel Corporation sales agent and divested her of sales proceeds totalling P84,821 in cash and checks at the public market in Buenavista, Agusan del Norte on Wednesday. Authorities identified the victim as Jaqueline Diamante Dolino, 28, of Carmen, Agusan del Norte. Police investigation showed that Dolino had just come from Babano Store at around 1:30 p.m. when the two men on a red Honda motorcycle, blocked her path. One of them fired his gun once to the ground and grabbed the sales agent’s bag containing P23,000 cash and two JCI VISITS FEMALE INMATES. Female inmates from Cagayan de Oro City checks amounting to P61,821. The robbers also took Jail cheers on as members of the Junior Chamber International (JCI)- Cagayan de Dolino’s Nokia cellphone 6120, police said. Police investigators are still gathering more clues to Oro City visited them recently and distributed among others, goods for personal determine the identities of the suspects. hygiene and snacks for the day. Photo courtesy of BJMP-10

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A LIBEL committed by means of writing or similar means, under Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code imposes a penalty of prision correccional in its minimum and medium periods or a fine ranging from 200 to 6,000 pesos, or both. Rep. Lord Allan Jay Velasco (Lone District, Marinduque), author of House Bill 5835, said the fine components are still based

on 1930 prices and is yet to be amended. The bill seeks to amend Article 355 of the Revised Penal Code to reflect the adjusted fine components. Velasco said under the bill, a libel committed by means of writing, printing, lithography, engraving, radio, phonograph, painting, theatrical exhibition,

cinematographic exhibition, or any similar means shall be punished by prision correccional in its minimum and medium periods or a fine ranging from P16,000 to P480,000 or both, in addition to the civil action which may be brought by the offended party. Velasco said the outdated monetary fines and penalties punishing crimes remain unchanged since Act

3815 also known as the Revised Penal Code was enacted way back in December 8, 1930. “There is really a need to uphold the full force and teeth of our penal laws in order that punishment for offenses/crimes including the fine, imprisonment and civil disqualification components must be up to date,” Velaso emphasized. congress.gov.ph

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B’non social workers attend two-day forum By DAHLIA BENEMERITO, Correspondent MALAYBALAY City––The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) shined during the 16th annual National Social Welfare and Development (NSWD) forum and General Assembly held at Davao City from April 24 to 27, 2012. PSWD officer and National President of Association of Local Social Welfare and Development Officers of the Philippines Inc. (ALSWDOPI) Arsenio Alagenio said the assembly was aimed enhancing the skills of social workers in regard to social protection,

disaster risk-reduction, and climate change adaptation. During the assembly, Alagenio said each participant was able to share experiences in regard to social works. On one hand, Bukidnon Governor Alex Calingasan said that for social workers to succeed they should into the needs of the poor especially on the aspect of livelihood. The recent assembly carries the theme: “Enhancing Resilient Communities: A Challenge and Opportunity to Local Social Welfare and Development Stakeholders.”

Ozamiz cops plant 400 ‘Banyan’ trees By PJ TREMEDAL, Correspondent OZAMIZ City––Policemen here planted some 400 Banyan trees as part of their initiative and commitment for environmental protection and preservation. Likewise, the tree-planting activity formed part of the Philippine National Police (PNP)’s drive dubbed as “Pulis Makakalikasan: 10 Milyong Puno Pamana sa Kinabukasan.” On Earth Day celebration, the Ozamiz City Police Office joined the local government of Ozamiz City in the celebration and planted trees not because of complimenting the invitation of the city but in adherance to its own commitment on preserving and protecting the environment for the future. In support to PNoy’s national greening program, the PNP has earlier committed to establish nursery within its area of jurisdiction––and vowed to plant the trees to boost its “Pulis Makakalikasan” movement. Acting Provincial Director Sr. Supt Raul Benitez designated every PCR unit to lead and be joined by other units to be part of the movement and established its own nurseries. Why “Banyan” trees? “Banyan” trees or locally known as Balite tree is endemic to this part of Mindanao; it is non-commercial PLANT/PAGE 8

Congressman Rufus Rodriguez (2nd District, Cagayan de Oro City) questions officials of the Philippine National Construction Corp regarding House Resolution 826. Rep Rodriguez filed the Resolution calling for an inquiry into the alleged the non-payment by the Philippine National Construction Corp. to the national government thru the Toll Regulatory Board of the sum of around P4 billion representing unpaid concession fees. Also in photo is Committee on Good Government Chairman Rep. Jerry Treñas.

Palace assures safety of journos THE AQUINO government vowed to protect journalists in the country as the world celebrates the World Press Freedom Day Thursday, May 3. Malacanang spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said the Philippines is one of the freest in Asia and the government have not curtailed or have an intention to curtail press freedom in the country. ‘The press is a necessary part of nation building, so it is something that we would always encourage,’ Lacierda added. Lacierda also assured of the government’s commitment to ensure the safety of the members of the press while exercising their profession. Early this week, Malacanang condemned the killing of a broadcast jour-

The UN proclaimed May 3 as World Press Freedom Day to remind everyone the need to respect press freedom nalist in Koronada l C it y, saying the PNP is already i nv e s t i gating the latest attack on LACIERDA a member of the press. Rommel Palma, 31, a reporter for radio station dxMC Bombo Radyo-Koronadal, died from four gunshot wounds at the back and the neck after he was attacked by motorcycleriding gunmen.

tions of press freedom - a reminder that in dozens of countries around the world, publications are censored, fined, suspended and closed down, while journalists, editors and publishers are harassed, attacked, detained and even murdered. The celebration also serves as a reminder to governments of the need to respect their commitment to press freedom. It is also a day of reflection among media professionals on issues of press freedom and professional ethics. CD

Every May 3, the world celebrates the World Press Freedom Day to revitalize the fundamental principles of press freedom, to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks as well as to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives doing their jobs. The UN General Assembly in 1993 proclaimed May 3 as World Press Freedom Day by following a recommendation adopted at the 26th session of UNESCO’s General Conference in 1991. By DAHLIA It serves as an occasion BENEMERITO to inform citizens of violaVALENCIA City––Barangay chair Arlando Canete of San Carlos thanked GovBEBOT COCO LUMBER ernor Alex Calingasan for and allocating nearly half-amillion for the barangay’s GENERAL MERCHANDISE J.R. Borja Ext., Cagayan de Oro City infrastructures. Earlier, the provincial Dealer of: government of Bukidnon Coco Lumber • Gemelina • Sticks • Amakan through Calingasan shelled • Kawayan • Hollow Blocks • Hardware & ALSO AVAILABLE: out P8,000 for the repair of drainage canal, and released Construction Supplies • Sand & Gravel IPANEMA, GRENDHA, RIDER, FLOJOS, B sided shoes and wide array P450,000 as counterpart of imported RTW’s for men and women & many unique items Proprietor/Manager: MR. MANUEL GUIA fund for the construction of barangay’s admin building Tel.Nos.: 310-00-06, 309-56-19, 09166983277, RIC Business Center, Lt Guillermo-Hayes Street, Cagayan de Oro City (Phase 1). 09264616290 721800 • 3098550 • 09495474313 Canete also extends his gratitude to Calingasan for making the Fr. Neri Satur Twin’s Mountains as tourist destination. MALAYBALAY BRANCH With the opening of the new tourist destination, the Kimberlite Pawnshop will be having an Branches barangay official is opti• Ficco Bldg., Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City mistic that it will pave the AUCTION SALE on all items that expired • Abellanosa St., Cagayan de Oro City way for the construction LOOK for : on March 2012 of farm-to-market roads. Rose Mary D. Sudaria Cell # 09174409140 Meanwhile, second disLoida M. Rivera Cell # 09067854916 trict Rep. Florencio Flores AUCTION DATE: MAY 17, 2012 Leslie Laraga Cell # 09264645003 Jr. opined that Barangay San Estrada Bldg., Fortich-Don Carlos Sts., Carlos in Valencia City is New styles of brand new, branded dresses, a fast developing barangay. Malaybalay City, Bukidnon blouses, sandals and bags. He did not elaborate.

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Determine soil NPK level the easy way, says aggie dept ILIGAN City––The Department of Agriculture, Regional Field Unit 10 conducted the soil analysis training on April 17-18, 2012 at Elena Tower Inn this city to farmers affected by typhoon Sendong. The said training is one of the commitments of DA Secretary Proceso J. Alcala during his visit in Region 10 in February to extend assistance to the typhoon Sendong victims, particularly to farmers and fisherfolks. Dr. Eduardo Pit of the DA Rice Program informed that the training aims to teach the participants how to choose appropriate fertilizers and know the right amount to be applied. Mr. Bethoveen delos

Reyes of the Regional Soil Testing Laboratory (RSTL) of the Department of Agriculture explained that a complete soil test kit (STK) is a comprehensive outfit suitable for field use. Fast and easy, it only takes a few minutes to know the level of fertilizer needed. Soil testing can be done right in the field and results are obtained within the hour. It is a useful tool to farmers and extension workers who, often times, need immediate

answer to the question of what kind and amount of fertilizer to use for a crop grown in a particular soil. All they have to do is put a little amount of soil sample into the test tube, pour in solution, shake and watch the color develop. A soil test is the analysis of nutrient content of the soil sample whether low, medium or high in available nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and contaminant content and other characterisics such as pH level. The participants were advised to follow the table of fertilizer recommendation for different crops to find the right amount and kind of fertilizer to use.

The RSTL is tasked to perform soil testing analysis. C l i e nt s h ave to bring their haf kilo composite soil sample for STK analysis, pay the amount of P 100.00 9and the result would come out the following day. The participants we re c o a ch e d t he proper way of collecting soil sample and the procedure to analyze soil using the (STK) method by themselves since they were given soil test kit in view of the fact that they are far from the city proper. It is expected that as farmer-leaders they will share and teach other farmers of what they have learned to sustain farming activi-

ties in their locality. The farmers through PAILIG Foundation have availed of 5 STK for free. The other farmer groups are willing to have improvised kit and they will have access for reagent refill through the office of the city agriculture of Iligan. In addition the participants were also imparted of the natural farming technology system, the natural method of farming for a productive, progressive and sustainable farming system. City Councilor Larazabal, Committee Chair on Agriculture in his message believed that said training is timely for the farmers to plant

suitable crops in their areas and to minimize unproductive crops. Par ticipants are f rom non government organizations led by Alliance of Sustainable Agriculture Practitioner (ASAP), Sumpay Mindanao and PAILIG; leaders of people’s organizations; farmers organizations; and the women’s group, representing the five hinterland barangays of Iligan City - Panuriganan, Kalilangan, Rogongon, Dulag, and Lanipao. The training was in collaboration with the local government unit of Iligan City through the Office of the City Agriculture, DA’s Rice program and RSTL. SVAdecer

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The power of positive talking THINK a minute. T h e y s ay : “L ove i s blind.” So when a guy’s in love with a girl and he wants his family to like her, do you think he’ll say anything bad about her to his family? Would he tell his parents that his girlfriend is stupid? Or that she’s lazy and can’t cook? I seriously doubt it! It’s just the opposite. He points out only his girlfriend’s good qualities to his family. You see, when you’re in love, you’re blind to your boyfriend’s or girlfriend’s weaknesses. And even if you do see their faults, it just doesn’t seem that bad or important. Because after all…you’re in love with that person! You know whom else we need to love like that? It’s our own children. Do you realize that our kids believe the things we say

Think A Minute Jhan Tiafau Hurst to them? So when you and I tell our children that they’re stupid, lazy, or bad, they really believe it! With our words, we parents can actually kill any self-confidence our kids have! Because if a child believes us when we tell them that he or she is dumb, weak, or can’t do anything well, then they won’t. That’s just what they’ll become! One of the most important gifts we can give our kids is to love them without conditions and help them

believe in themselves. Since whatever our kids believe about themselves is what they are going to become! So when you and I tell our kids that they’re smart, good with their hands, or that they’re good-looking. When we tell them that we will always love them no matter what they do or how they look. When we tell them their good points every day. We’re not giving our kids a big head or spoiling them! Rather, we’re building their self-confidence

and preparing them to succeed and handle life well! You see, if you want your children to succeed, then it’s your job to give them a chance! It’s your responsibility to make your kids believe in themselves and what God designed them to be. And for you to succeed in doing that as their parent, you must use the power of positive talk! You must encourage your children and building their confidence every day by the way you talk to them. So Dad and Mom, if you haven’t already, won’t you ask Jesus to forgive you and start changing you into a new person and parent to your kids? It’s only then you can help them start becoming what God made them to be and fulfill His plan for their lives. Just Think a Minute.

Inflation and minimum wages THE PURCHASING power of the currency should dictate fair adjustment of salaries and wages of workers – both in private and public. It should be the basis of computing daily minimum wage - not on projected profits of the capitalist economy. If we are to base our computation of the daily minimum wage on possible profits, we cannot expect fair deal since the capitalist system Cris Diaz always project a lackluster market. However, it would make a difference if we have to base our computation on the currency’s purchasing power. In this context, adjustment in daily minimum wage is focused on the currency’s capability to acquire basic goods. In order to arrive at an acceptable daily minimum wage, government planners should implement policies that would scale down prices of basic commodities. Government should exert efforts to bring down prices of commodities to an acceptable level. Acceptable level means a lowly worker could afford to buy a kilo of rice and a kilo of fish for daily subsistence. Workers would also be able to buy basic commodities like milk, sugar, and oil with little savings left. At present, the daily minimum wage of lowly workers is barely enough to feed a single mouth. The current daily minimum wage could leave a family of five hungry and malnourished. Savings for medication is impossible. No wonder, hundreds of patients lined up in governmentowned hospitals hoping to get free medication. No wonder, hundreds asked free government coffins every day. In other countries, like Vietnam, Thailand and

China, there daily minimum wage is lower than the daily minimum wage in the Philippines. Government planners always invoke the difference of the minimum wage in these countries as pretext to forego plans for wage adjustment. There are no economic secrets in countries where their daily minimum wage is low. These countries are simply implementing economic policies that maintain prices of basic commodities substantially affordable to workers receiving daily minimum wage. Thus, prices of goods in these countries are always affordable to their citizens. Their daily minimum wage is enough for a family to enjoy comfort and healthy living. In the Philippines, economic policies directing at lowering and holding prices of goods at an affordable level is impossible. The government has no clear-cut economic policies that protect minimum wage earners as against prices of basic commodities. What the Philippine government is doing is merely inflationary projections -no more, no less. Government planners are telling minimum wage earners that they are trying to hold inflationary rates at bay. Bull! By the way, inflation is the overall upward price movement of goods and services in an economy. It is dictated by increase in the supply of money and is normally measure by the Consumer Price Index and Producer Price Index. Thus, if the cost of goods and services go up, the value of the currency (Peso) falls down since a minimum wage earner could no longer buy as much with the currency as it does before. Economic planners in countries with robust economies adopt measures to make sure that inflation target is always at an average. React: crisguardian@yahoo.com

Can Normin sustain itself? NORTHERN Mindanao is home to two of the most populous highly urbanized cities (HUCs) in the country, Cagayan de Oro (813,856) and Iligan (322,821). Cagayan de Oro City placed ninth in the Top Ten Most Populous HUCs, while Iligan placed 25th. The City of Cagayan de Oro’s population grows at approximately 2.69 percent annually based on the population on years 2000-2010. Iligan City’s population growth rate was observed at 1.25 percent. Indeed, the total population of the Northern Mindanao as of May 1, 2010

When Statistics Speak Salvador A. Aves, Ph.D, DM hits 4.3 million. This was officially declared together with the country’s total population last March 30, 2012 when President Benigno Simeon Cojuangco Aquino III signed Proclamation No. 362. The results revealed that the region has grown 2.06

percent annually since year 2000 which places it at the ninth spot among other regions in the country putting CALABARZON on top at 12.6 million and NCR at the second spot with 11.86 million. The results also showed that the region’s population

is among the country’s fastest growing ranking at 4th next to CALABARZON (3.07), SOCCSKSARGEN (2.46) and Central Luzon (2.14). Davao region (1.97) completes the top five fastest growing regions. The population growth brought over concerns on the provision of the basic needs of the people concerning health, food supply, security, housing and many others. These concerns caused an unease on the part of population control proponents to expedite the NORMIN/PAGE 8

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US business builders conduct seminar in CDO

CAGAYAN de Oro City - Two American business builders have taught Kagay-anons the latest trends in managing business. Serial Entrepreneur Bob Bare, author of the book “More Power: An Entrepreneur Roadmap to a Successful Business”, and CEO Billy Odell Stunkard of SEGR (USA), co-facilitated an entrepreneurs seminar workshop-roadmap to successful business, here.

PNP, AFP join Labor Day celebration in SuriSur

TANDAG City - The Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) have participated in the Labor Day celebration, yesterday. Tandag City Police Chief Greggie Pimentel said, security tight measures have been carried out, with the setting up of checkpoints in all entry and exit zones of the city. For his part, Lt Col Henry Robinson, commanding officer of the 29th Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army said, they were all prepared for any aggressive move or tactical operations of the New People’s Army (NPA).

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Maramag-NorMin’s new tourism highway (Last of two parts) By RUBY LEONORA R. BALISTOY Rich agriculture THE town’s rich soil produces high grade sugar cane, flowers, fruits, vegetables, rice, corn and other major crops, which are regularly shipped to major markets in the country. With sugar cane ranked as the number one crop, Maramag boasts its agricultural importance to the development of Mindanao. It has the Crystal Sugar Corporation that produces an average of 10,000 metric tons of sugar daily. Lately, a mulberry plantation was established, contributing to the coun-

try’s silk fiber supply for export. DOLEs’ sweet bananas are also exported to Japan, Korea, China, Hongkong, New Zealand and the Middle East. Nature’s beauty Nature trekkers and mountain climbers find

a panoramic view atop Musuan Peak’s 100-hectare Centennial Park. Mountaineers see a vista of Maramag’s grandeur and the acres of sugar cane, rice and cornfields. Not only is Maramag endowed with natural attractions.

The town’s terrain is characterized by slopes, steep hills and mountains with thick forests protecting the place from floods and storms. Not hot, but not too cold, the place delivers the ideal climate that offers everyone the opportunity to enjoy memorable holidays. There are countless reasons why one should visit the town. The unique culture and the beauty of the spectacular landscapes, alone, are enough to amaze you. Here, you will get the chance to relax body and soul, under the sun, enjoying crystal blue waters. Add on the rest Maramag has to offer. (RLRB/ PIA-10, Bukidnon/jdelpf )

Construction continues as major death fields By ARJAY S. FELICILDA CAGAYAN de Oro City Safety and health in the construction industry cannot be compromised, according to Engr. Rynie T. Zamuco, unit head of the Occupational

Safety and Health Center (OSHC) - Cagayan de Oro Extension Office. During the Basic Orientation on OSH for Media Practitioners here in the city, Engr. Zamuco said construction continues to be a major

XU hosts international political science confab

CAGAYAN de Oro City- Xavier University hosted this year’s Philippine Political Science Association’s annual international conference. Participants were from universities across the country and abroad. Political Science Professor and Author David Wurfel, the keynote speaker, dwelled on the history of political science and the challenges that Filipino political scientists are facing today.

LCE sees networking sustains law and order

BUTUAN City - Mayor Ferdinand Amante Jr, emphasized the need to intensify networking with law enforcement agencies and related partners in sustaining law and order. During the City Peace and Order Council meeting, he said “the city government will help the local police, terms of additional radio equipment, motorcycle and other facilities necessary for crime prevention and solution their operations.”

P4.2M FINANCIAL AID. A beneficiary stays cool in summer with her stylish shades on, as she claims her cash assistance during the 10th phase of financial aid distribution, April 19 this year, at the City Tourism Hall. This is part of the P4.2M set aside for this phase for typhoon Sendong survivors of urban barangays 6, 10, 15, 17, 18, 21 and 23; and rural barangays Iponan and Bonbon. A total of P82,929,400.00 sourced from the city’s Calamity Fund has so far been distributed to Sendong survivors. (City Information Office)

cause of work-related deaths and disabilities these days. He added, report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) shows that every year at least 60,000 deaths happen at construction sites.

Attended by ten local media practitioners, the orientation was co-facilitated by the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE-10) and the OSHC. (with report from Apipa P. Bagumbaran, PIA 10)

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Resort owners, pump boat operators in Surigao Sur in tug-of-war By GENEVIEVE G. CANTOR THE islets in Barangay Britanya in San Agustin town have been frequently visited by domestic and foreign tourists in Surigao del Sur but just recently, local pump boat operators and owners of the resorts in the area are now in a tug-of-war. Presently, there are three private resorts in Barangay Britanya––and they are dominating the tourism business. Two of these resort owners were owned by public official in Surigao del Sur––Vice Governor Manuel O. Alameda and Sangguniang Bayan Member Tessie Orcullo.

Pump boat operators of Barangay Britanya complained that there are biases between the m and the resort owners. During the meeting conducted on April 22 by the municipality of San Agustin led by the municipal tourism and the local pump boat operators, issues such as the lousy implementation of rules and regulations, and ordinance have been discussed. The pump boat operators claimed local laws were not followed and properly implemented by the local government of San Agustin. The pump boat operators complained that the so-called first-come first-

First human rights office in ARMM shield Moro people COTABATO City––The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) this week established its first regional office in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to uphold the rights of the indigenous and Moro peoples in the context of their rich culture and history of struggle for human development. CHR chairperson Eta Rosales, said for the first time in 22 years of ARMM’s existence, the CHR establishes its regional office in the Muslim region, on persistent recommendation made by ARMM officerin-charge Governor Mujiv Hataman. She said human rights would be upheld in the ARMM, not merely by CHR standards, but in the context also of the “rich experience of the Bangsamoro in their history of continuing struggle in many diverse fields of endeavor, including socio-economic, cultural

and political development.” Representatives from local civil society organizations present during the ceremonies said Rosales effectively cited the United Nations Covenant on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which was introduced by the international body on April 14, 1994. Meanwhile, the Institute of Autonomy and Governance (IAG), a no-government organization based here, had underscored what it said was the essential role of the media in the recognition of the rights of the Indigenous Peoples in the ARMM for Empowerment and Sustainable Development (IPDEV). Aveen Acuña-Gulo, IPDEV project manager for IAG, said her group was extending membership of its monitoring group, called the project sounding board, to members of the local media. CD WITH WIRE REPORT

DBM says no to wage hike, Aquino says study pay hike BUDGET Secretary Butch Abad on Tuesday said there will be no across the board salary increase as the government is still studying the P125 wage hike demand of labor groups. Abad made the announcement during the Labor Day celebration at the historic Chino Roces Bridge (formerly Mendiola) before a throng of labor groups. HIKE/PAGE 8

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH SALE OF A PORTION OF LAND Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of Late ROSARIO NACUA, who died on March 9, 2005 at Badiangon, Molugan, El Salvador Misamis Oriental. That the said deceased left a parcel of land, more particularly described as follows; “A parcel of land known as Cad Lot No. 7296-I at Badiangon, Molugan, El Salvador Misamis Oriental, Containing an area of ONE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY THREE SQUARE METERS (1,823 sq, m.) declared under Tax Declaration No. 02-00611 in the name of Rosario Nacua.” is the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE WITH SALE OF A PORTION OF LAND made and entered into by and between: CONCORDIO N. ACTUB, PLOTARCO N. ACTUB, Widower, MARIANITA A. BAHIAN, Widow, SHERLITA A. BACULIO, MELDRED A. LUMAHANG, Married; all of legal ages, Filipinos, resident of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental, that the parties hereto are the surviving legitimate children and spouse, herein after called as the HEIR – VENDORS; PALERMO N. ACTUB, married, Filipino and resident of El Salvador, Misamis Oriental referred to as HEIR-WITNESS. For and in consideration of the sum of Ninety thousand pesos (Php 90,000.00) Philippine Currency, the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged and confessed the parties-heirs hereto, hereby SELL, TRANSFER and CONVEY by way of absolute sale unto JOAN ACTUB ARARAO, likewise of legal age, married to El Carlo Amante Ararao, Filipino and a resident of Talacagan I, Amoros, El Salvador Misamis Oriental, her heirs and assigns, all the rights, interest and participation over the parcel of land containing an area of 1,823 square meters, as per Doc. No. 185; Page No. 37; Book No. 163; Series of 2012, under Notary Public of ATTY. MARIO T. JUNI. MDN: MAY 4, 11, & 18, 2012

serve scheme is not properly observed by the local government unit. They also complained that private resort owners allegedly declined to regis-

ter with the local government unit thus there was no proper coordination the guests. “Unta adunay pag organisa sa mga pump boat.

Ang tanan pumpboat ibutang tanan sa LGU session hall ug wala nay ibilin sa private resort, aron ang tanan mosakay nga mag island hopping, usa lang

ang adtoan nga area, ug kini ang reception hall sa LGU aron intawon patas ang pagpanginabuhi,” a pump boat operator commented.

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approval of the Reproductive Health Bill highlighting not only the control of population increase but as well as the health of the population. This may trigger again the two opposing views on population growth––those of the population pessimists and the population optimists. It reminds me of a debate that took place in my Population Development class at Capitol University when we scrutinized the Malthusian model of population growth against Ester Boserup’s own paradigm on population growth and other views emanating from policy analysts, commentators and researchers. Thus, the question arises: “With the given increase of population, can Northern

Mindanao sustain itself?” The Medium-Term Regional Development Plan (MTRDP) of Northern Mindanao for the years 2011-2016 envisions Northern Mindanao to be the leading industrial core and trade center in Southern Philippines with dynamic men and women enjoying equal opportunities in harnessing and sustaining its agriculture and natural resources in building a decent, harmonious and safe environment. It sets a target of making Northern Mindanao as the most competitive, efficient and attractive transshipment hub and venue for industrial venture. Speaking of sustainability, the MTRDP provides that as the regional economy undergoes transformation, more value-adding activities such as processing and manufacturing shall be in-

PROSPERIDAD REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, INC. P-8, National Highway, Ampayon, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte CERTIFICATION OF NON-INCLUSION OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTION COST TO THE PROJECT COST This is to certify that the expenses for the electric services connection is not included in the project cost of the REGATTA EAST VILLAGE submitted to the HOUSING AND LAND USE REGULATORY BOARD (HLURB). This certification is being issued as compliance with the application for refund of expenses to be filed by PROSPERIDAD REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, INC. (PREDI) before the AGUSAN DEL NORTE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. (ANECO). Done this 24th day of April 2012 in the City of Butuan, Agusan del Norte, Philippines. (SGD.) FLORA C. MANALO Vice President SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME, this 02 MAY 2012 in the City of Butuan, Agusan del Norte personally appeared or identified by me by a competent evidence of identification. Affiant exhibiting to me her Community Tax Certificate No. 06481007 issued on February 8, 2012 at Quezon City. (SGD.) ATTY. JAIME M. CEMBRANO, JR. Notary Public Until December 31, 2012 Doc. No. 209; PTR No. 0402332 1-2-2012 Page No. 43; IBP No. 846383 1-2-2012 Book No. XLI; ROLL No. 35269 5-26-88 Series of 2012. MCLE No. IV – 000035 TIN:158-547-202 MDN: May 4, 2012

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City RENEE C. CAJEGAS Applicant/s

CASE NO;2012-10-0746 (2007-10-1121)

NOTICE OF HEARING

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City RUBEN CANALES – Vendor ARTHUR GRABADOR -Vendee Applicant/s

CASE NO;2012-10-748 (2007-10-687)

tensified to fully harness and sustain its rich agriculture and resource-based endowments and potentials. However, we have to be aware of some statistical data that necessitate careful deliberation among planners. For instance, we have to take note of the following: • The latest official poverty statistics that are based on (per Capita) income data sourced from the Family Income and Expenditures Survey (FIES) 0f 2009 revealed that in the bottom 40% income group, they spent all what they have earned such that they do not have any savings at all. • More or less, on average a person usually consumes two sacks of rice annually. Given the population of the region, farmers should have produced 7.8 million sacks of rice. Moreover, for this year, they have to produce approximately 9 million sacks of rice. • On health, it is expected that 131 doctors are needed to take care of patients and at the same time we will need 4,476 hospital beds

for these patients. However, professional doctors are either migrating to foreign countries or shifting to another profession to become nurses if given the opportunity. • For the maintenance of peace and order, on average Northern Mindanao needs approximately 6,000 policemen. • The latest results of the population count shows that there are already 209 persons per square kilometer in the region. If we take a closer look at Cagayan de Oro City, which is the biggest city in the region in terms of population with a land area of 412.8 square kilometers, there are already 1,458 persons in every square kilometer. The scenario brings us back to the question: Can Northern Mindanao sustain itself?

tive Director for Research Development Advocacy and Linkages of the COASTLINE Philippines once said that “Banyan” Trees can protect water basins, rivers, and will not destroy infrastructure. Banyan Trees is a fast growing tree that can protect the environment, its forests and can beautify places and a good source of cool shades particularly in mitigating climate change and ultimately protect and preserve the environment. Erstwhile, some of the PNP in Misamis Occidental, Police Camp and Station nurseries now are growing seedlings for the “banyan” trees, falcatta variety, mahogany variety, gemelina variety and even fruit trees to implement Pulis Makakalikasan movement and to plant 10 Milyong Puno Pamana sa Kinabukasan.

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Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City

ANTONIO P. ALCANZARIN Applicant/s

CASE NO. 2012-10-751 2007-10-572

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EVANGELYN RIVERO Applicant/s

CASE NO;2012-10-0744 (2007-10-0751)

CASE NO;2012-10-0743 (2007-10- 0705)

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APPLICANT request authority to Extend of validity of certificate of public convenience with amendment of line to operate PUJ service on the line; Cagayan de Oro City –Manolo Fortich –Camp Philips –ALAE and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 3rd day of May, 2012.

APPLICANT request authority to extend the validity of certificate of public convenience to operate PUJ service on the line ;Cogon Market to Gusa/Cugman (all in Cagayan de Oro City) and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 30th day of April, 2012.

APPLICANT request authority to extend the validity of certificate of public convenience to operate FILCAB service on the line;West terminal to Agora Market (all in Cagayan de Oro City) and vice versa with the use of two (2)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 30th day of April, 2012.

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Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City ROY TABAMO –Vendor MARGIE BELL - Vendee Applicant/s

CASE NO;2012-10-644 2008-10-674

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Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City RAQUEL LLUISA – Vendor LILIBETH C. GARCIA - Vendee Applicant/s

CASE NO;2012-10-736 (2009-10-626)

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request authority for approval of sale and transfer with extension of validity to operate PUJ service on the line; Cogon Market to Gusa/Cugman and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 3rd day of May, 2012.

APPLICANT request authority for approval of sale and transfer with extension of validity to operate PUJ service on the line; Cogon Market to Kauswagan and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 3rd day of May 2012.

APPLICANT request authority for approval of sale and transfer with extension and amendment of route of service to operate FILCAB service on the line; Malaybalay City –Valencia City –Damulog via Pangantucan and vice versa with the use of one(1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 30th day of May, 2012.

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NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request authority to Extend the validity of certificate of public convenience to operate TAXI service on the line;Within Cagayan de Oro City and from said place to any point in Region X and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 2nd day of May, 2012.

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Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City

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Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City REY TUNAYAN Applicant/s

CASE NO. 2012-10-745 2007-10- 597

NOTICE OF HEARING

tivity Boards (RTWPBs) to step up its consultations, dialogues and studies into the possibility of granting the Filipinos’ fervent wish for added remuneration. The President had earlier expressed apprehension at supporting the proposed P125 across the board wage increase, saying it was counter-productive and would raise prices on basic commodities and other services. Labor coalition Nagkaisa! has submitted a letter to the President asking him to end contractualization and to grant a 90-peso wage increase in the National Capital Region and other pending increases in all regions. Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz earlier said petitions for salary increase in the NCR will be tackled on May 26 or a year after the last round of increases was implemented. She however asked the NCR Regional Tripartite Wage and Productivity Board to fast track its public consultation on the wage increase petition so it can “act fast towards making a decision” after May 26. CD WITH WIRE REPORTS

NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of CRISTOBAL CAROSUS, SR., who died intestate in Southern Davao, Panabo City on May 16, 2003, consisting of a parcel of land (Lot No. 846-A, Csd-11-012439, portion of lot 846, Cad-276) situated at Southern Davao, Panabo City, covered by Original Certificate of Title No. P-31010, containing an area of 9,894 square meters, more or less, is the subject of an EXTRAJUDICIAL PARTITION WITH WAIVER AND CONFIRMATION made and executed by herein decedent’s wife and children affirming and confirming the donation of 677 square meters portion of above-described property to Barangay Southern Davao; adjudicating unto herein decedent’s compulsory heirs 9,217 square meters of above-mentioned property; and herein decedent’s widow, ISABEL Y. CAROSUS, waiving, relinquishing, transferring and abandoning all her conjugal and hereditary shares in the above parcel of land unto and in favor of her children, per Doc. No. 542; Page No. 12; Book No. XVII; Series of 2012 of the Notarial Registry of Dionisio P. Nadala, Jr., Notary Public for and in the Province of Davao at Panabo City. MDN: May 4, 11 & 18, 2012

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City FELIPE AGUSTIN –Vendor VICENTE LLOREN - Vendee Applicant/s

CASENO;2012-10-753 (200710-722)

NOTICE OF HEARING

APPLICANT request authority for extension of validity to operate PUJ DUAL service on the line ;Cagayan de Oro City to Valencia City –Manolo Fortich Bukidnon and as for cargoes from said place to any point in Region X with the use of one(1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 30th day of May, 2012.

APPLICANT request authority for approval of sale and transfer with extension of validity to operate PUJ service on the line;ROUTE 2; LOOP SERVICE and vice versa with the use of ONE (1)unit/s. This application will be considered by this Board on May 9, 2012, 10;00 A.M. at its Office, Apovel, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City, on which date applicant shall formally submit his/her evidence. At least FIVE(5)days prior to the date of hearing applicant shall publish its notice once in one(1) DAILY newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Parties opposed to the granting of the application must file their written opposition with documentary evidence submitted by the parties; unless the Board deems it necessary to receive additional documentary and/or oral evidence to be submitted by the parties. N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 3rd day of May, 2012.

MARIANNE C. ULEP Records Officer/Acting Docket Officer

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Llanuza failed to appear before the City Council. Instead, the DOE sent a certain Delia U. Sy. Calingin questioned the DOE’s regulatory role of the oil industry in the country for its failure to implement uniformed prices of fuel products in Mindanao and the rest of the country. The City Council was acting on public and motorist complaint of exorbitant prices of fuel products in Cagayan de Oro City compared to its neighboring cities and provinces. Before the rollback of fuel prices last month, pump prices of local gas dealers in Cagayan de Oro City was more than P60 per liter for premium gasoline In other areas in Northern Mindanao, pump prices of premium gasoline is P2.00 to P4.00 per liter lower than current pump prices of premium gasoline in Cagayan de Oro. In some parts of Surigao del Sur, pump prices of premium gasoline there was even P6.00 to P8.00 per liter lower than pump prices of premium gas sold in any part in the Caraga Region and Northern Mindanao. Records at the DOE placed average prices of unleaded gasoline at P57.15/ liter with its prices ranging from P53.75/liter to P60.42/ liter. Diesel prices ranged from P45.50/liter to P48.50/ liter with an average price of P47.90/liter. As of April 12, the adjusted domestic pump prices are now at P46.70 to P49.25 per liter for diesel, and gasoline is at P54.30 to P61.51 per liter. The local oil industry uses the Dubai Crude and Mean of Platts Singapore (MOPS) for benchmark references for oil pump prices. Delia Sy told the City Council that the DOE has no authority to regulate pump prices of fuel products since its duty is only to monitor. She said the DOE has no police power to order closure of fuel distributors in the local market that sells exorbitant pump prices of fuel in the country. ‘The country’s oil companies like Shell, Chevron and Petron are fixing prices of their fuel products which the DOE monitors,’ Sy said. She said she had no idea why pump prices of some local dealers are higher than pump prices of other dealers in some parts of Mindanao. ‘Perhaps, the costs of transport of these products from oil depots to other areas are bases of local pump pricing reference,’ Sy told the City Council. C a l i n g i n , h ow e v e r, hinted that smuggling of fuel products could be the principal culprit why fuels in other areas in Mindanao have cheaper pump prices. He did not elaborate. Last year, Rep. Rufus Rodriguez, 2nd District of Cagayan de Oro City, filed

a resolution in Congress asking an investigation into rampant smuggling in the oil industry. Rodriguez also sought for the review of the taxes imposed by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on oil products. He said the dubious tax imposed on the oil industry might have encouraged proliferation of smuggling. Lately, Malacanang announced the creation of a joint task force of the Department of Energy and the Department of Justice (DOE-DOJ) that would run after erring oil manufacturers in the country. DOE Secretary Jose Rene Almendras warned stakeholders in the oil industry of imprisonment if the newly created DOE-DOJ task force found them unfairly manipulating oil prices.

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Gabriela in the same province, was startled with her arrest, as no prior subpoena from the courts were served to her so she can respond with her lawyer on the trumped up case. Still, the composite team of police, military, and intelligence groups took her to the police station, interrogated her and later brought her to Tangub City jail where she would face her case, said the group. It said: “She suffered from hypertension during the interrogation, but was denied medical check-up. The Dipolog Health Office just issued a medical clearance that she was in good physical condition.” Igloria’s arrest shows that health workers are still targets of the state security that considers this sector as threats, similar to the case of the Morong 43 health workers detained for

more than a year, the Barug Katungod lamented. It added: “This also shows the continuing vilification and harassment of human rights defenders in the Zamboanga Region in Mindanao in the past six years.” In 2006, a pastor of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines was assassinated by motorcycle riding in tandem men in Calamba, Misamis Occidental, while an organizer of a church peasant group was shot dead in Oroquieta City. Two p ar a l e g a l s f rom Karapatan barely escaped from motorcycle riding in tandem men tailing them in Misamis Occidental. Igloria said she already knew there were threats to her life since 2010, when she was reportedly tipped that she is included in the Army’s “Order of Battle,” a list of so-called “Enemies of the State.” Igloria opted to lie low from work, an option also chosen by other paralegals and health workers in the region after they were charged with cases of murder by the Philippine Army under the Western Mindanao Command. One of the paralegals, Benjie Labastin who now teaches in La Salle University in Ozamiz City, is in the same charge sheet with Igloria, and was arrested but later released. Legal “offensives” are part of the Armed Forces’ ploy to neutralize human rights defenders, said the group adding, “these legal maneuvers include the arbitrary insertion of names in lieu of John or Jane Does in existing criminal charges.” Barug Katungod calls for support to Igloria and other defenders facing fabricated charges. “We call on the public to appeal to the Department of Justice to probe on this legal offensives and for the protection of human rights defenders,” said the group, in a statement.

PHILIPPINES’ AIRASIA STARTS DAILY FLIGHTS TO PALAWAN

(L-R) Puerto Princesa City Tourism Rebecca Lapit, AirAsia’s fun and friendly cabin crew, AirAsia Inc. CEO Maan Hontiveros pin down the buzzer to lead the the send-off ceremony of AirAsia’s flight to Puerto Princesa City. AirAsia has direct flights to Kalibo, Davao and will soon launch its international flights.Photo By MAuricio Victa

Puerto Princesa City Tourism Officer Rebecca Lapit recieved a token of a air asia plane replica to CEO Maan Hontiveros of Air Asia Philipppnes in Celebration the inagural flight openning from Clark to Puerto Princesa Palawan fight at Astirias Hotel PuertO Princesa. Photo by Mauricio Victa

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By EDDIE G. ALINEA BAGUIO City––World Boxing Organization welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao officially ended on Thursday the first leg of his preparation here for his coming title fight against undefeated American Timothy Bradley next month. A six-round give-andtake engagements with Russians Ruslan Provodnikov and Rustam Nugaev completed the 20-round sparring portion of the training at the Shape Up Boxing Gym at the Cooyeesan Hotel along the zigzagging Naguilian Road.

Pacquiao, who is staking his 147-pound title against world junior-welterweight titlist Bradley on June 9, and members of his coaching staff, headed by Freddie Roach, assessed the results of the three-week camp as satisfactory. “I’m not yet 100 percent, but I believe we’ve done what we’re trying to achieve here in Baguio,” Pacquiao told this writer before the start of the final day here. “We’ve gained 50 percent of what our target at the day of the fight,” he assessed. “Nakuha na nain ang kalahati ng dapat makuha in

all aspects of preparations; when the day of the fight comes, 100 percent na.” “Yun naman ang purpose of scheduling the training calendar step-by-step,” he explained. “You get something in the earlier stage, then advance a level higher in the next.” Roach agreed, saying, “We always had a good start and here is no difference. This is only the beginning. We gained a little of everything here, then figure out the projected total results when we get to Los Angeles.” As in last Tuesday’s session, the routine roadwork

held in the morning was cancelled in order to give the eight-division belt-owner a respite in preparation for the next stop of the buildup program ar the Wild Card Gym in Los Angeles. “The past week was tough for Manny. He came back from a long layoff, but he’s been getting better and better as days gone by,” Roach said. “I need to give him rest. He needs good sleep because we’re travelling long to Manila tonight. Training and workout resume tomorrow at Manny’s place (MP Gym in Sampaloc),” the five-time

‘Trainer of the Year’ said. “Sparring resumes Saturday afternoon at the same place, then we fly to the U.S. that same night,” he said. While there was none of the many distractions that marked their previous preparations, still Pacquiao has been lacking in sleep due to the nightly Biblepreaching activities, which Roach himself considered to have affected the regimen at very minimum. As to Pacquiao’s physical condition, Marvin Somodio, who has taken over the job of getting him in shape from Alex Ariza, attested that he is fast getting back his strength and stamina. “Wala namang problema sa conditioning aspect,” Somodio said. “Alam naman ni Manny na i-kondisyon ang sarili niya. Konting guidance lang at reminder kung may kulang o may sobra.” “Alam naman natin si Manny, kapag ginanahan,

banat nang banat until he grew unreasonably tired,” the 28-year-old former amateur fighter and member of Shape Up coaching staff added. “Yung recurring leg cramps nga niya, hindi na sumasakit ilang araw na and I hope ma-completely healed na,” he bared. “Yung shoulder pain na inireklamo niya last week, nagagamot na rin.” “Sinusunod naman niya lahat ng instructions ko. Maybe because wala na siyang choice, wala na kasi si Alex,” he assured. “Sinasabi ko kasi sa kanya we have to do the things we have to do, otherwise, walang mangyayaring maganda, a factor that made Roach happier. That’s one of the most beautiful things that happened in the camp. While before, Manny didn’t often listen to Alex, now he’s following Marvin’s all instructions.” (PNA)

Month-long Davao summerfest sports camps open on May 7 DAVAO City––A month-long Davao Summerfest Sports camps will open on May 7 at various venues here. Davao Summerfest Sports project head Neil Bravo said the month-long summer sports and arts festival is being organized for the city by the Duaw Davao Festival Foundation. He said camps in football and basketball will be staged on May 7-18 and will be catering close to 4,000 children. For the football camp, he said two batches of players were scheduled with the supervision of Christian Ea and a team of coaches from the Davao Football Association (DFA) and Crocodile Park Football Academy. Bravo said the first batch will be held from May 7-11 while the second batch will be on May 14-18 at the Davao Crocodile Park football fields. City Sports Development Division OIC Pocholo Elegio said the basketball camp will be staged in various venues covering the three districts of the city. This will be handled by coaches under the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) led by its city director Atty. Marvin “Oying” Melodias. Bravo said the summer fest formally opened last Friday at the People’s Park. He also urged interested participants to inquire at the City Sports Development Office or in their respective barangays. Slots for the training camps will be allocated for each barangay, he added. A report from the Philippine News Agency