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Brownout hits Davao anew due to NGCP load curtailment Volume III, No. 270

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By Lilian C. Mellejor

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DAVAO City--Davao Light and Power Company has increased to a maximum of one-hour rotating power outages in Davao City and other franchise areas due to insufficient power supply following a load curtailment from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP).

IN aid of legislation, the 17th City Council headed by Vice Mayor Caesar Ian E. Acenas during its regular session Monday presided over by Councilor Ramon G. Tabor adopted Resolution No. 12031-2015, requesting the Commission on Audit (COA) to furnish the Sangguniang Panlungsod with copies of its Audit Observation Memorandum (AOM), Notices of Suspension

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More rain showers, thunderstorms ahead

THREE cities in Mindanao and 12 major urban areas across Luzon and Visayas will experience rain showers and thunderstorms this May, according to the state-run weather agency Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

The rain showers and thunderstorms are likely during afternoons or evenings following “hot and humid” weather during mornings of days ahead, noted Cris Perez, PAGASA forecaster. “Such occurrence is

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Gov’t execs, workers in Armm show support to BBL

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From left, Engr. Luisito “Louie” Ytol, plant manager of Coca Cola Femsa Phils, Inc., Miraluna S. Abrogar, vice mayor of Claveria, Misamis Oriental, Rep. Juliette Uy of the second district of Misamis Oriental, Punong Barangay Armando Sollano of Tamboboan, Claveria, Misamis Oriental, and Villanueva town Mayor Julio Uy during the holding of the 19th Medical Mission held at the Tamboboan Elementary School in Barangay Tamboboan, Claveria town, Misamis Oriental recently. Above photo, Engr. Ytol spearheads the distribution of softdrinks to children Photo courtesy of Dodo Canoy. At right, Rep. Uy chats with Lt. Col. Jose Eriel Niembra, commanding officer of the 58th Infantry Battalion. Photos courtesy of Dodo Canoy

Government’s investment in social services paying off THE Palace has attributed the survey results showing a drop in the number of Filipino families experiencing involuntary hunger in the past quarter to such government initiatives as the Pantawid Pamilyang

Pilipino Program and the expansion of PhilHealth coverage, saying the administration’s investment in social services is paying off. “The welfare of the Filipino people has always been at the front and center of

the Aquino administration. Under Tuwid na Daan, various agencies such as the Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Education, and Department of Health See services, page A11

MARAWI City, Lanao del Sur--Officials and employees of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) showed their support to the passage of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) as the House of Representatives’ Ad Hoc Committee on the BBL start voting on the provisions of the proposed law and its endorsement to the plenary. Hundreds of government workers attended the short program that followed the regular flag raising ceremony Monday, May 11, at the region’s seat in Cotabato City. ARMM Executive Secretary Laisa Alamia said the BBL is the best alternative to address the issue of peace and development in parts of Mindanao. See workers, page A11

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Brownout hits Davao City anew due to NGCP load curtailment

By Lilian C. Mellejor

AVAO City -- Davao Light and Power Company has increased to a maximum of one-hour rotating power outages in Davao City and other franchise areas due to insufficient power supply following a load curtailment from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP).

Ross Luga, the Davao Light AVP for Reputation Enhancement Department, disclosed that NGCP imposed a load curtailment due to about 200MW deficiency in the entire Min-

danao grid. Luga said that NGCP has advised Davao Light last Sunday of the much reduced capabilities of the National Power Corporation’s (NPC) Agus 6 hy-

dropower plant and the very low water inflow of Pulangi hydropower plant. With this development, the chair of the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDa) Sec. Luwalhati Antonino said the power industry in Mindanao remains precarious given that the island is still dependent on the hydropower plant, which is also dependent on the weather conditions. However, she noted that the situation of the power industry in Mindanao will improve because there are already a lot of applications in terms of investing in the renewable energy.

Even with the precarious situation, Antonino said Davao is one of the more stable regions, Davao City in particular, because of embedded power supply and contracted supply. She however admitted there are some glitches that are beyond control. The new advisory from Davao Light followed its last week’s announcement of rotating brownouts after the breakdown of the 1-unit of STEAG coal-fired power plant. Davao Light was receiving 261 megawatts (MW) from NPC PSALM that was below the 275 contracted

average demand. The peak demand last week reached 346 MW. The STEAG plant remains offline as it undergoes an emergency shutdown, which is expected to be online by May 13, Luga said. “Having this situation, Davao Light will be constrained to implement a maximum of one-hour rotating power interruptions within its franchise,” Luga said. However, Davao Light assured it will exert its best efforts to keep service interruptions at the least possible time.

“Davao Light will exert its best efforts to keep service interruptions at the least possible time or at all avoid disruptions by optimizing its embedded power sources; the standby diesel plant at Bajada and the Hedcor Sibulan and Talomo Hydropower plants,” Luga said. According to Luga, Davao Light will also optimize power supply from Therma Marine Inc.' power barges and activate its Interruptible Load Program so that available power may be utilized by the smaller residential and commercial customers.” (PNA)

Duterte returns to his birthplace in Maasin City, Sourthern Leyte

Photo shows from left to right RCDC XI Chairperson Gov. Rodolfo P. Del Rosario, Confed Mindanao President Gov. Johnny T. Pimentel, MinDA Chairperson Sec. Luwalhati R. Antonino, RCDC Caraga Chairperson Gov. Sol F. Matugas, Private Sector Representative-business Mr. Vicente T. Lao, During the Mindanao Development Authority Board of Directors Meeting held at Marco Polo Hotel in Davao City last May 11,2015. (Photo by: Rene Carruz Arias, MDN Davao)

The signs say it all: Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is home in his birthplace on Mother’s Day. Few people know that Duterte, the rising political star of Mindanao, was born on March 28, 1945 in Maasin, Southern Leyte The welcome streamers announcing Duterte’s arrival put up by both the provincial and city governments, however, are making people aware of that important detail in the mayor’s life. “Welcome Home!!!” tarpaulin streamers with Duterte’s name and face hanging across the Maasin port, city hall and other

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strategic areas in the city now herald the arrival of one of its sons. Duterte arrived in Maasin last May 10, Mother’s Day, as the guest of honor of the 4th Roa Clan reunion in Barangay Laboon. Gov. Roger Mercado said Southern Leyte has lone been eager to welcome Duterte for at least two reasons. “First, (Duterte) is proud to say that he is from Maasin, unlike some people who no longer admit their roots when they have become popular,” he said. Aside from this, Mercado said Duterte sympathized with Southern Leyte

in the aftermath of typhoon “Yolanda” when it struck in many parts of the Visayas more than a year ago. “He personally visited us and handed out a donation of P3-million,” the governor added. Duterte was the first local official outside the Visayas who arrived at ground zero after Yolanda exited. Few people were aware of it then because Duterte has always downplayed his acts of kindness in times of calamities. Immediately after his arrival, Duterte proceeded to the Maasin City Hall for BIRTHPLACE | page A7

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Without fear or favor

It was President Aquino who made the “daang matuwid” mantra as his administration’s battle cry, hence, the need for him to live out such mantra without fear or favor by haling to court everyone, foe, friend and ally alike suspected of undermining his avowed intention of ridding the bureaucracy with scoundrels. It is not enough that Aquino remains unsullied of any corruption charges. The members of his official family and even those in the lower rungs of governance should also be made to adhere to Aquino’s demand of a corruption-free government otherwise they should leave public service if they can’t. Governance in this country will always be marred by corruption even if the head of government such as Aquino is not tainted with corruption charges if the incorruptible leader could not crack the whip even on his own official family. Aquino proved without an iota of doubt that being honest is not enough if he can’t make his subalterns toe his very own anti-corruption line. At this point of his administration, Aquino proved to all and sundry that his honesty is of no value because a good number of his official family could not temper their greed. While it is worth appreciating that Aquino is incorruptible, he himself made it an imperative for others to be like him because in that regard he

has the moral ascendancy to demand obedience from the rest of his officials or allies. But his reluctance to hale to court even his friends and allies because of corruption diminished the impact of his being incorruptible. And it is in this regard many are wondering why he can’t haul to jail these friends and allies because of corruption charges the way he did in the cases of Senators Juan Ponce Enrile, Ramon “Bong” Revilla and Jinggoy Estrada. I don’t know if Aquino is aware that any sign of reluctance on his part or that of his administration to lock in jail the corrupt, the people’s trust in his ability and resolve to live out his very own “daang matuwid” mantra is eroded. Yes the people still trust his personal qualities of steering away from any corrupt act, but if he is viewed as incapable of instilling discipline among his people to shun away from corruption, his incorruptibility is for naught. Aquino should be reminded that he will not be judged by the people apart from his administration. He and his administration are inseparable when his anti-corruption legacy will be weighed down. And I doubt if he will be judged favorably in this regard if he continues to defy the people’s call for him to jail those of his friends and allies sullied by corruption charges. But the citizenry should

From the sheer goodness of one’s heart - are we really doing even small things for our fellow creatures? Hey, don’t you see it? We are becoming more and more uninterested. We live without concern. We are not making the difference/ We even don’t try or think about it. We have no influence or weight - neither good nor bad. Is that really what we want? The taxi driver has learned his way and makes a detour without his conscience pricking him in taking my purse: “Nong, asa ka? Diretso lang!” ... “Sorry Sir!” On the other hand, while walking later a short distance somewhere down town in Davao City, I don’t care about the (blind?) beggar, who might really need any single centavo. Many other “business beggars” or swindlers have dulled so much my usually open

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likewise be warned that their cries and shouts to have the corrupt jailed will all be for naught if they continue embracing politicians the like of Vice President Jejomar Binay. Personally, I can’t reconcile why a sizable number of our countrymen continue to support a politician whose corrupt ways have been proven beyond any doubt in the bar of public opinion. Why people can still support Binay who has made lying, denying, and being thick-faced as his natural being. Have you heard or read anything where Binay presented proof beyond any doubt before the bar of public opinion absolving him of the corruption charges leveled against him? Is it not true that all that he says about these charges that these are just politically motivated and that he has not committed any wrongdoing? That he has not enriched himself as a public servant using his

servant position to amass wealth? All that Binay could say to defend himself is that he and his family has become the target of a demolition job to derail his presidential ambitions. But he has never explained why he has become rich since being appointed mayor of Makati City. Why he now lives a life reserved only for the rich and famous? Did he win the lotto several times over hence his inexplicable and unexplainable wealth which he does not deny but even flaunts? What is puzzling, however, is that while Binay is buried with all these corruption charges against him there are still people who have the gall to even shake his hand, unashamedly identify themselves with a corruption-smeared politician. Have we all lost our morals to the point of not being ashamed to support politicians like Binay? How can we stamp out corruption in government and in society as a whole if we are not disturbed by the presence of thick-faced politicians who court our votes so that he can continue living a corrupt life as proved so far by the Senate investigations on his corrupt ways? Pastilan! Ingon na ba ta ani ka makalolooy? (Reactions at jelbacon@ yahoo.com or at jelbaconii@ gmail.com. Read me also at www.raconteurme.blogspot. com)

should I help other people around me, if, on the other side, MY cries of help or urgent appeals have been rejected, as intentionally unanswered? Indifference or egoism? It seems to be a privilege for us to close our eyes, ears, and mouth in such an indifferent and shameful way, that we hurt those, who seek our attention. Somebody tries to become our friend. Sure, why not? Somebody was hired as a leader and needs the support of his or her staff. Sure, why not? Somebody is ill and is suffering from persecution and needs us. Sure, why not? Somebody needs our advice because he or she is facing a difficult decision or homelessness or living alone or losing the job. Sure, why not? Somebody suffers over-

whelming prejudice, provocation, and loss of reputation and needs badly the involvement of another helping hand. Sure, why not? Because of indifference, we keep on destroying our good nature and the whole globe by unintentional or international contamination of the environment. Indifference allows wars instead looking for peace. Indifference allows man to hide behind stupid excuses. Indifference goes so far that the employees of a company do not care about their work and jobs by wasting time and money of the company. They must not be surprised if inevitable bankruptcy results. Bahala na? I don’t care? Another human scourge...! +++ Email: doringklaus@ gmail.com or follow me in Facebook or Twitter or visit www.germanexpatinthephilippines.blogspot.com.

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Bahala na!

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handed character. Bahala na - suddenly, I don’t care! Several years ago, while riding a Jeepney (yes, I always loved to do so!), I listened to two passengers. “You know, our neighbor suffers from lung cancer. He asked me a loan because he needs to be hospitalized.” “And, what did you do?” - ‘Wala, nothing, bahala siya. Why did he never quit smoking as I have told him already long time ago!” Well, here we are! Why

Daily Inspiration Don’t Quit

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“If your boss is angry at you, don’t quit! want to quit. The wisest man who ever A quiet spirit can overcome even great lived, Solomon, gave us great insight mistakes.” Ecclesiastes 10:4 into the best way to respond. If we respond quietly, honorably and carefully It happens. We make a mistake or do carry on with our work it gives time something to offend someone who for tempers to die down. How do you has authority over us at work. Out usually respond when a teacher, boss, of frustration, anger, and despair we or parent gets angry with you?

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House committee on BBL resets voting to May 18-20 Bukidnon • Camiguin • Lanao del Norte • Lanao del Sur • Misamis Occidental • Misamis Oriental

THE Ad Hoc Committee on the Bangsamoro Basic Law (AHCBBL) on Monday night announced the resetting of its voting on the proposed law to May 18, 19 and 20, some three hours after Cagayan de Oro Rep. Rufus Rodriguez, Committee chair, asked before adjourning the meeting at around 4:45 p.m. Monday: “Are we ready for tomorrow’s voting? Yes we are.” Voting would be “section by section” and there would be no explanation of the vote as that would be done during the plenary, Rodriguez said. But after a meeting with House leaders, Tuesday’s voting was cancelled and the new schedule is on May 18, 19 and 20. May 18 was supposed to be the start of the plenary debate. “We have to consolidate all the proposed amendments including the numerous amendments proposed

this afternoon and those to be submitted tomorrow (Tuesday),” Rodriguez told MindaNews. The Committee meeting for Tuesday has been called off “but we will receive proposed amendments,” he said. The 75-member committee was scheduled to vote on the BBL on May 11, 12 and, “if necessary,” Rodriguez said, “on May 13.” No voting But no voting took place on Monday afternoon, as more amendments were introduced, including a list of proposed amendments read by Davao del Norte Rep. Anthony del Rosario which he said was based on a meeting of around 20 colleagues. What del Rosario read was referred to by some Committee members as the “LP version.” Some of the proposed amendments carried the recommendations of the Peace Council

that the President tasked to look into the BBL. Quezon City 6th District Rep. Christopeher “Kit” Belmonte, nephew of Speaker Feliciano del Monte, manifested he was submitting proposed amendments in writing. Rodriguez said the proposed amendments introduced by lawmakers on Monday and the younger Belmonte’s written proposed amendments would be complied as an “addendum” to the Committee version of the BBL earlier distributed to the Committee members, a product of several hearing He said there would be no discussion anymore on amendments so they can proceed to voting the next day, Tuesday. Rodrigugez addressed the members: “if you’re agreeable vote yes, if not, vote no,” adding the chair has already “bended rules” because “we do not want to shut out anybody who has

not been able to present amendments to the BBL.” Zamboanga City Rep. Celso Lobregat, who was “ready to vote because I’ve read it, I’ve studiit,” told MindaNews after the meeting that “there should still be a discussion.” “We were all made to stay for the additional amendments and to discuss it, then all of a sudden may proposal si Congressman Kit Belmonte na isu-submit daw niya in writing and then we will not discuss it anymore? Bakit ganon?” he asked. Rep. Luz Ilagan of Gabriela wonders why amendments were still allowed when they were supposed to vote already. “It seems there are a lot of amendments/proposals which are obviously to soften the stand of the vocal anti BBL,” she told MindaNews. “Why were these amendments not brought up during the days we tackled the bill lne by line? And

surprise proponent and proposal suddenly come out of the woodwork. The new amendments have a common thread – they dilute and weaken the original BBL , the ‘autonomy’ so ardently sought for is being taken away. And to think we scrapped the ARMM law,” Ilagan said. March for peace On Monday morning, thousands of supporters of the Bangsamoro peace process, including Governor Mujiv Hataman of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM), the regional government that would be replaced by the future Bangsamoro, marched from the St. Peter’s Church along Commonwealth Avenue to the House of Representative , to urge Congress to pass a BBL that would be consistent with the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro that the government and MILF signed after 17 years of negotiations.

Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Teresita Quintos-Deles showed up at the rally in front of the main gate of the House of Representatives, with government peace panel chair Miriam Coronel-Ferrer and panel member Senen Bacani. MILF peace panel chair Mohahger Iqbal was not around. In his speech, ARMM Governor Hataman, a former member of Congress as Anak Mindanao (Amin) party-list representative, appealed to lawmakers to please vote for a “BBL na gusto ng mamamayang Moro.” He said many are asking why he is campaigning for a law that would end his stay in office before his three-year term ends on June 30, 2016 (the ARMM is deemed abolished once the Bangsamoro Transition Authority is installed). Hataman said this is not about his personal See resets, page A11

PRINCIPALS’ ACADEMY OF CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY By RODEL C. ESTENZO

RESOLVING BOUNDARY DISPUTES. Misamis Oriental Vice Governor Joey G. Pelaez confers with Atty. Marites F. Sangual (extreme left) of the Provincial Attorney’s Office, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Senior Legislative Officer Mr. Ruel J. Gayoso (2nd from left) and Secretary to the Sangguniang Bayan of Lugait Mr. Cedric G. Dayta (right) during the Boundary Dispute Meeting at the Provincial Capitol. Misamis Oriental has boundary disputes with Cagayan de Oro City, Iligan City, Bukidnon, and Agusan del Norte, among others. Vice Governor Pelaez wants these boundary disputes resolved at the soonest time possible as these disputes greatly affect the Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) of the Province and its municipalities. photo supplied

The chief function of the school is education. Therefore, according to one view point the school should have knowledgeable school heads. One of the objectives in Principal’s Academy is to enhance the administrative and instructional leadership competencies of the would be school heads and to improve the oral and written communication skills. The topics for review in the Principal’s Academy are purely based on RA 9155 reflecting the domains of the School Heads. Each topic is specifically designed to

match with the competencies school heads must possess. DepEd Order 39,s.2009 states that only those who pass the Principal’s Examination and who have undergone the NEAP training shall be included in the line-up for Principal I position. The Division of Cagayan de Oro City has only 1 passer during the 2012 and 2013 National Qualifying Examinations for Principals. It is understood that the Division is short of Principal Passers. Because of the alarming situations, Division of Cagayan de Oro City formulate or need to create a Principal’s Academy to hone their skills of the would be school heads so that they will pass in the forthcoming examination. School Heads are persons

responsible for the administrative and instructional supervision of the school or cluster of school. They must possess the essential qualities so that the expected learning outcomes of schools shall be met. Good schools are first and foremost characterized by strong and effective school heads. Strong and effective school heads not only create a new school from the scratch but also do according to a standard of expectations. It is very important to identify and select good school heads who are skilful of their management functions which may include planning, directing, organizing, coordinating and monitoring.

Brigada Eskwela: Preparing schools for another year By Lelanie C. Prosia Teacher III Malaomao Elementary School District of Quezon II Quezon, Bukidnon

As the start of classes is nearing, it is as well time of the year to once again conduct the Brigada Eskwela. Brigada Eskwela, also known as National Schools Maintenance Week, is a nationwide voluntary effort gathering teachers, parents and community members together. It is a yearly tradition to prepare the public schools for another school year through doing minor repairs in classrooms and school facilities in time for opening of classes.

In this event, activities like clean-up drive in and outside the school premises, repair of old school tools such chairs, tables, flooring and pipes, and re-decoration of classrooms that would be residence of the students in another school year round. Aside from these, Brigada Eskwela also meant to prepare schools in any possibilities that would come. Just like last year, Brigada focused on making classrooms disaster-resilient through directing volunteers to help the schools identify the things that make schools unsafe and make some interventions on these. Moreover, guidelines on how to make the schools safer are formulated. Department of

Education also distributed a school preparedness guide or template for the schoolcommunities. The same should also be done this year. While things that made schools unsafe are identified, schools should also be given directives on how to prevent or overcome disaster-result incidents in a comprehensive way. School is the home of students during the most hours of their day, and most days in a year. Thus, it is important to make sure that once they are inside the school, they are safe and secured, for one, through participating in Brigada Eskwela.

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Mayor Beng invites public to Senate hearing on BBL

AMBOANGA City - Mayor Beng Climaco is appealing to all sectors to actively participate in the forthcoming Senate hearing on the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) to be conducted in the city on Thursday, May 14 at the Royce Convention Hall, Grand Astoria Hotel in Mayor Jaldon Street. The activity is set from 9am to 3pm. The hearing, which is in preparation for Senate deliberations on the proposed Senate version of the BBL, will be presided by the Committee on L o c a l G ove r n me nt chaired by Sen. Ferdinand Marcos. Mayor Climaco urges particularly the barangays, parishes, civil society organizations, academe and all concerned c it i z e ns to atte nd t he hearing and to remain united in the city’s stand on the Bangsamoro issue. “Let us be firm in our

stand on the city’s non inclusion to the BBL and let us suppor t [peace] initiatives of the government,” the mayor declared during her Monday press briefing in City Hall. Mayor C limaco has categorically declared that Zamboanga should never form part nor be included in the Bangsamoro, now or ever, as she reiterated the city’s collective stand on the issue of the BBL. T h e m ayor e x p e c t s Congress to pass a law which is consistent and harmonious with and not contrary to the 1987 constitution and a law that truly addresses grievances that bring about secession and armed conflicts in Southern Philippines and not merely for appeasement. “A law that treats every MIndanaoan on even keel, a law that respects the sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the Republic of the Philippines. She reiterates the city’s

Mayor Beng Climaco answers questions fielded by members of the Zamboanga media during her weekly press briefing in City Hall Monday. Joining her as resource persons are (L-R) MBLT-9 Commandant LtCol. Enstein Calaoa Jr., CDRRMO Chief Dr. Elmeir Apolinario, Public Safety Company chief PSupt. Ariel Huesca, Coun. VP Elago, Investment and Promotions Officer Apple Go and Asst. City Health Officer Dr. Kibtiya Uddin. JOEY BAUTISTA

unwavering stand on the BBL issue declaring “the city should never form

part nor be included in the Bangsamoro- now or ever, neither any of its 98

component barangays, nor any part/zone/sitio thereof should ever be

included in the Bangsamoro- now or ever.” (Sheila Covarrubias)

Z A M B OA NG A C it y – Government troops have seized some 500 bags of smuggled rice being transported in two trucks in

Zamboanga City in southern Philippines, officials said Monday. Officials said the trucks were stopped by

soldiers in the village of Upper Calarian near the military’s Western Mindanao Command headquarters. The confiscated rice shipment was handed over to the Bureau of Customs. Officials did not say who owns the shipment, but it was the second rice seizure since last month after troops also confis-

cated 1000 bags in Arena Blanco village here. Most of the rice shipment came from nearby Sabah in Malaysia and is b eing s old b et we en P600 to 750 per bag of 25 kilos and is cheaper than commercial rice which is between P965 to P1300 per bag. (Mindanao Examiner)

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Lack of blood supply a factor in maternal deaths in Caraga

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UTUAN City – The Department of Health (DOH) in Caraga has noted that one of the identified contributing factors in maternal deaths in Caraga is the lack of adequate blood supply in health facilities.

This observation was made as the Philippines celebrates Safe Motherhood Week in order to promote maternal health and nutrition in the country as the rate of babies born in health facilities (known

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from page A2 for lunch hosted by the governor attended by provincial and city officials. The Davao City mayor also met with government officials at the Maasin gym courtesy of Mayor Maloney Samaco. Duterte also met briefly with four of his elementary grade classmates at the Laboon Elementary School. Barangay Capt. Norma Adobas said barangay officials happily requested for photo-ops with the mayor. Addressing the Roa clan

as the facility-based delivery rate) has risen significantly in the past few years. Ideally, women given birth in a health facility in order to make sure both mother and baby are properly cared for by trained reunion at the Laboon barangay gym capped Duterte’s Maasin visit. Relatives of the mayor’s mother, Soledad Roa-Duterte, form the majority of the residents of Laboon. Duterte has always been proud of his Maasin roots. “It is the land of my birth. It is the home of my people,” the mayor declared when he arrived in Maasin to extend help to the victims of typhoon Yolanda. Duterte arrived in Maasin a day after addressing another Roa clan reunion in Cagayan de Oro City.

Education: Putting life into the lighted path By Nidalyn T. Jumawan Teacher – I Lanao del Norte Comprehensive High School

“The direction in which education starts, a man will determine his future in life,” famous philosopher Plato said. True, Education is like a pointing line that tells one where to go. The importance of education has long been confirmed by various intellects. It is because once an individual attain knowledge, he is able to determine his strengths, skills, talents and learnings and use these to improve what he is. Through Education, one learns to take control over his intellect and actions, to boost his thinking skills and further bring oppor-

tunities that are helpful in improving him in numerous aspects. M o r e o v e r, b e i n g schooled and having education either change or improve one’s paradigm in viewing for his future life. In school, investing for the future is what a student perception is. It means that after school, there are ambitions and wishes that are waiting to be fulfilled. This is equal to success and better life. Education is more than just a word. It is a series of learning about various fields, even ones that could be gained outside the four corners.

Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar MUNICIPALITY OF MAGSAYSAY Province of Davao del Sur OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR Publication Notice R.A. 10172 NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Date: May 5, 2015 CCE-0019-2015 R.A. 10172 In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that JAMIE RADA ANOG has filed with this Office a petition for correction of entryin the sex from MALE to FEMALE in the Certificate of Live Birth of JAMIE RADA ANOG at Tacul, Magsaysay, Davao del Sur and whose parents are JIMMY A. ANOG and ALICIA A. RADA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file their written opposition with this office not later than May 19, 2015. (Sgd.) ANASTACIA B. DENSING Municipal Civil Registrar

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health workers before, during and after the birth. However, there are still many reasons women do not give birth in a health facility today. According to DOH-13 Media Relations Officer Dines Garcia, primary access to able delivery facilities and births done by skilled birth attendants, complete prenatal and post natal care are being ensured by the DOH through the Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP), Community Health Teams (CHTs) and other mechanisms aimed at

reducing maternal mortaility in the Philippines which includes Caraga. Dines said the top three barriers to accessing maternal delivery services are the lack of money, difficulty in taking public transport, and not wanting to go alone. Within the Yolanda-hit areas, these barriers are magnified. This is one of the many reasons that across the country, the World Health Organization (WHO) is working hand-inhand with the DOH to make universal health care a reality

and is partnering with the DOH and local government units to train birth attendants in Essential Intrapartum and Newborn Care. To address the lack of blood supply in health facilities in Caraga, DOH-13 Regional Director Minerva Molon said her office is advocating for voluntary blood donation by conducting a Voluntary Blood Donation activity at Luciana Convention Center on May 12, 2015. In a statement, Molon said, “Maternal deaths that could have been avoided if only there

was adequate blood supply in facilities is a striking reality for us to face. Thus, we call upon the general public to donate blood and save the lives of those giving birth. We call upon the husbands, partners, brothers, and sisters, friends and relatives of pregnant women to donate blood as a sign of support for those who may need blood. It is best to donate blood so that supplies may adequately serve mothers who may need them. Support the cause and let us all ensure that No Mother Die giving Life.”

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HE Galileo Enrichment Learning Program opened its center in Cagayan de Oro City last May 9, 2015 as it celebrates the company’s decadal anniversary. Galileo center offers supplement learning in English, Math and Singaporean Math for pre-school and grade school students aging 3-12. Classes are held twice a week, with 30-45 minutes per session. It targets to provide young learners with training to gain improved grades during regular schooling, become academically competitive, develop positive attitude towards studying and nurture skills and talents, among others. The opening kicked off with a motorcade around the town, center blessing and dedication ceremony. There was also an interactive orientation on one of the subjects by Galileo’s Operations and Training Head, Ms. Maribeth Lamis. Moreover, invited kids were also given free diagnostic assessments on Math and English Proficiency. It also highlighted a parents’ orientation headed by Chief Executive Officer, Ma. Rowena J. Matti, where she discussed the advocacy of Galileo as one of the country’s frontrunners and stakeholders in the advancement of the education of Filipino kids. The center opened in CDO is Galileo’s 36th center. Most of their

centers are located in Luzon, along with their head office in Makati. They have centers in Cebu Metropolis and as well, own one in Davao. In celebration of Galileo’s tenth year, the administration is looking at having more provincial branches, for the administration felt that the company is equipped already to train more teachers and it is a so-called time to spread. “Our goal really is to spread the Galileo Education to many students as possible in the Philippines because it is more than anything,” said the CEO. She also added that the existence of this center is an advocacy in helping students to be world-class. Matti highlighted that most of Galileo students, after one year, become contestants for quiz bee, Math challenge and even make it to the honors list. Under Galileo Education, students will be given focused on Math, English and Singaporean Math. For Math, it will start on basic counting, reading and writing numbers, then progresses to the tackling of four fundamental mathematical operations namely, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The program will then climb to equations, algebra and geometry through in-depth word problem analysis. In English, the program revs

up the students with the mastery of the fundamental skills, reading comprehension strategies and unleashing of creativity and analytical skills to become more fluent in oral and written communication. Singapore Math, on the other hand, train students with the best pedagogy of Math. It gives a strong emphasis on model drawing or pictorial forms, and problem-solving. It also prepare students with Math tricks to tackle in increasingly difficult topics in algebra and geometry. According to Matti, Singaporean Math is a trend, and the basic one. It is actually taught in schools ever since. Teachers teach this kind of Math, not knowing it is called Singaporean Math. History says that it is typically American Math, but they called it Singaporean because it is the Math taught in Singapore. Other than these three subjects, Galileo also offers Galileo Little Explorers program in some selected centers. It is an introductory learning program to Galileo Math and English, anchored on play-based learning. Fun and meaningful learning will be taught to the toddlers, highlighting on early numeracy and literacy skills, practical life skills like manners, socialization, responsibility, awareness of the environment and appreciation of nature. ‘Mathadino ang Batang Pinoy’ The real dream of Galileo learning center is to make Filipinos love Math. Thus, together with their 10th year celebration, they will be launching the “Mathadino ang Batang Pinoy.” It is an advocacy that entice everyone to appreciate Mathematics and what it

has to offer. Th is advocacy also aim to minimize the negative view about Math being a “tough” subject. Instead, it is enjoyable and full of fun. Thus, this July 3-4, Galileo will be holding a convention that would be tackling Singaporean Math and the latest trends in Education. They invited teachers, education and business leaders and people in various fields to participate in this event. “We want more and more corporations, more and more people to be with us in promoting love for Math,” said Matti. Aside from this, Galileo also gives importance to Financial Literacy. Children under the Galileo Enrichment Learning Program Inc. are taught to earn, sale, donate and invest. They have partnered with Prolife Financial and adopted their program of fi nancial literacy training so that children young as seven will be taught on how to handle money responsibly. Matti stressed that Education (running schools) is not like any other business. It is to mold people. Whatever children were taught of, they will bring it until they get old. So it is a big responsibility. For the same reason, Galileo have partnered with people who are worthy to be awarded with this program. Further, she is thankful to be partnered with brothers Mr. Uriel J. Ancheta and Mr. Rommel Ancheta who shared the same mission and vision with Galileo. The branch for CDO located at L/G Knightsbridge Building, Tomas Saco, 15th Street, Macasandig, this city, will be directed by Mr. Uriel J. Ancheta.

Culinary Institute of Cagayan de Oro marks 5th year Story and Photos by MARK FRANCISCO, Lifestyle Editor THE Culinary Institute of Cagayan de Oro celebrated its fifth anniversary last May 8 at Centrio by giving back to the community – they awarded one lucky barangay team of amateur chefs for the 1st Kagay-an Barangay Cook-off Competition. Five excited and exciting teams from barangays Iponan, Bulua, Carmen, Gusa and Lapasan outcooked each other by making each a dish imbued with embutido. There were also parlor games for the fans of the barangay-based cooks that Friday afternoon. Founded in May 2010, Culinary Institute of Cagayan de Oro is committed to offer a comprehensive Culinary Arts Program of international standards in Mindanao with Manilabased chefs to conduct special sessions geared to

provide education to those seeking advancement in their professional and personal lives. The curriculum leading to a diplomate/certificate in Culinary Arts wit Holistic Nutrition provides students with a broad range of study that enables them to be employed in a large variety of occupations within the food service and hospitality industry. It is designed for students who seek to apply nutrition principles to their culinary skills. The program specifically provides training in sanitation, nutrition, menu planning, cost control, purchasing and inventory control, management and supervision. Students receive hands-on education in cooking with classes in meat analysis, knife skills, meat and poultry fabrication, international cuisine, baking,

pastry and a variety of other areas. CIC’s chefs promote an awareness of the latest trends in foods and nutrition through the demonstration of proficient culinary skills to produce flavorful, healthinspired menus and are determined to teach students that healthy cooking doesn’t mean bland, boring food. Thus, the existence of CIC is founded on its mission to provide globally competitive education to inspire its students to master savory and aesthetic food creations without compromising on nutritional value. Through the years, CIC has encountered various challenges, thus providing the school golden opportunities to make improvements,

showing dynamism to the times. To date, CIC has already successfully graduated several batches. Partnerships with more industry practitioners are also continuously cultivated in both domestic and in

the international arenas, opening better employment opportunities for CIC graduates. With this in focus, the school can only have the best option, that is to move forward and continue counting.

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Chieffy & British coach give football clinic to kids in CDO resettlement area When former Azkals team captain and football icon Emelio “Chieffy” Caligdong and British football coach Chris Thomas go to Cagayan de Oro this May 16-17 (Saturday-Sunday), they will share their expertise to children living in resettlement areas built in the aftermath of Typhoon Sendong. The two fellows will be giving sports clinics as part of the Football for a Better Life progam aimed at developing grassroots football in the country. The visit to Cagayan de Oro will be the fourth leg of the program’s ten-city nationwide tour supported by Pru Life UK Philippines. Sendong was a tropical cyclone that entered the Philippines on December 17, 2011. Cagayan de Oro

recorded 180 mm of rainfall in less than 24 hours due to Sendong and the typhoon created severe flash flooding to Northern Mindanao. The kids that Caligdong and Thomas will teach are public school students whose families were among the hundreds of thousands displaced by the storm. Coach Percy P. Guarin, president of the Cagayan Misamis Oriental Football Association (CMOFA), says the presence of Chieffy and Coach Chris will boost the morale of the young footballers. “Higit sa training ang hatid nila—inspirasyon,” (“They bring with them not just training but inspiration.” says Guarin. Caligdong and Thomas will also oversee tournaments featuring 50 teams

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from within and around Misamis Oriental. These teams will be fielding players in the Under-17 Boys, U-11, U-15, U-9, Ladies Open and Men’s Open categories. “First time magkakaroon ng Men’s Open sa mga tournament na ginagawa ni Chieffy lately,” (“It will be the first time that there will be a Men’s Open category in Chieffy’s latest tournaments,”) says Guarin. Caligdong is looking forward to imparting his years of experience as a player, almost 10 years of which were spent with the national team. He declares, “Excited kaming makilala ang mga player mula sa Cagayan de Oro at mga karatig bayan. Gagawin namin ang aming best para maging masaya

sila at maging maganda ang outcome ng mga tournament at clinic.” (“We are excited to meet the players from Cagayan de Oro and neighboring towns. We will do our best to give delight at produce a good outcome during the tournaments and clinics.”) More than the athletic knowhow, what Calidgong and Thomas try demonstrate through the grassroots program is the joy of the sport. “Football for a Better Life gives us the opportunity to deliver football in a fun way. We hope to bring happiness to the youth in Cagayan de Oro,” says Thomas. Aside from technical drills, Caligdong and Thomas will also be The next stop of Football For updates, please check conducting football-based for a Better Life will be in out www.facebook.com/ fun games. Dumaguete on June 13-14. www.littleazkals.com.ph.

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expected in the country during theMarch-April-May period,” he said. Rain showers are precipitation of “short duration but usually of greater intensity from convective clouds,” said PAGASA. PAGASA also said thunderstorm is a local weather condition marked by wind, rain, thunder and lightning. Last week, typhoon “Dodong” (international name “Noul”) entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and affected the country. “Dodong” is already outside PAR packing maximum sustained winds of 110 kph near its center and gustiness of up to 140 kph, PAGASA said Tuesday in its final severe weather bulletin for this typhoon. Perez said unless there will be new tropical cylones and other weather systems affecting the country, days marked by “hot and humid” weather followed by rain showers and thunderstorms can be expected until the wet season’s onset. Government expects the wet season’s onset around late May or early June. In its extended weather outlook released Tuesday morning (May 12), PAGASA forecast daily until Saturday (May 16) partly cloudy to at times cloudy conditions with rain showers and/or thunderstorms in 15 major urban areas across Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao. Luzon urban areas where such weather condition is expected during the period are Metro Manila, Tuguegarao City, Laoag City, Olongapo City, Clark Zone, Tagaytay City, Lipa City, Leaspi City and Puerto Princesa City, noted PAGASA. PAGASA forecast the same weather condition for the Visayas’ Metro Cebu, Iloilo City, Bacolod City and Tacloban City as well as Mindanao’s Metro Davao, Cagayan de Oro City and Zamboanga City. Winds in the 15 urban areas will likely be light to moderate, PAGASA noted. Slight to moderate waters off those areas are also expected, continued PAGASA. Temperature there can range from 15°C in Baguio City to 36°C in Tuguegarao City, PAGASA added. A report from the Philippine News Agency

and Notices of Disallowance covering the financial transactions of city government of Cagayan de Oro since calendar year 2013 up to the present. This, following the special report of Councilor Alexander S. Dacer, who presented two Audit Observation Memorandum issued by the Audit Team of the COA. Dacer said the first AOM cites that “Training expenses and additional allowances paid to city public school teachers totaling P14,491,510.69 were charged against the Special Education Fund (SEF) in contrary to Section 272 of Republic Act 7160 and the Implementing Guidelines on the Utilization of SEF under DECS-DBM-DILG Joint Circular (JC) Nos. 01, 01-A and 01-E dated April 14, 1998, March 14, 2000 and June 25, 2001, respectively thereby resulting in the irregular use of government funds”. He said the AOM, which was dated November 24, 2014, recommends that the City School Board of Cagayan de Oro be required to comply strictly with the provisions of DBM,DECS and DILG joint circulars, which require that the SEF shall be utilized exclusively for the purpose for which it was created, to promote the quality of education in all city public schools. COA also recommends that the school administration in-charge in the conduct of training under the Citizens Development Program submits the course outline and documents authorizing the training. Concerned public school teachers are also required to refund the amount received without legal basis, Dacer said. The second AOM presented by Dacer cites that the “Acquisition of mini bus 34-seater vehicle in the amount of P4.2 million was not among the priority expenses chargeable to the SEF as identified in Section 272 of Republic Act 7160 and the Implementing Guidelines on the Utilization of SEF under DECS-DBM-DILG Joint Circular (JC) Nos. 01, 01-A and 01-B dated April 14, 1998, March 14, 2000, June 25, 2001, respectively, thereby resulting in improper utilization of SEF.”

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The recommendation as stated in the second AOM issued on January 27, 2015, is to require the City School Board and the Sangguniang Panlungsod to allocate, appropriate and utilize SEF to priority programs/projects/ activities identified under joint circulars of the DBM, DECS and DILG. Need to rectify Councilor President Elipe, chair of the committee on finance and ways and means, said some of the problems could be rectified by the City Council through the enactment of appropriate legislations. “The problem is we don’t know these AOMs, we are not furnished copies of these AOMs,” he cited. Elipe proposed the resolution requesting COA to furnish the City Council with AOMs, especially those involving problems which could be corrected by the legislative body. “This might be converted to suspension, I was looking forward to having copies of the AOM so we can rectify the problem as far as the Sanggunian Panlungsod is concerned,” Elipe stressed. The report was referred to the committee on education chaired by Councilor Adrian L. Barba for appropriate action. Why confidential? Councilor Teodulfo Lao questioned why the AOMs are marked confidential by the Commission on Audit. “I cannot fathom the logic behind why this document was dealt as confidential when in fact all the statement reflected in this memorandum is regarding the funds which are disbursed by the city government,” said Lao. He asked: “Could we ask COA whether they are the vanguard of the coffers of the government or they just hide whatever findings that they have so that we the taxpayers should not know how the money was spent?” “With this presentation, we should urge the Commission on Audit that they should be transparent, they should not put it as confidential because this is people’s money,” Lao stressed.

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tion, and the expansion of PhilHealth coverage,” Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said in a statement released on Tuesday. “All these contribute to a better quality of life for our people, equipping them to find better opportunities to lift up their families and, ultimately, the nation. The administration’s investment in social services—in the form of budget increases—is truly paying off,” he said. A Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from March 20 to 23 among 1,200 respondents nationwide, found 13.5 percent, or an estimated 3 million families, experiencing involuntary hunger at least once in the past three months. This marks a 3.7-point decrease from 17.2 percent, or about 3.8 million families, recorded in December 2014, the lowest in 10 years since May 2005, when it was at 12 percent. The SWS defined “involuntary hunger” as having had nothing to eat at least once in the past three months. “This 3.7-point drop translates to an estimated 800,000 families no longer experiencing involuntary hunger,” said Lacierda. “Rest assured that in the remaining months, we will continue our vigorous efforts to empower our citizens to achieve the Filipino dream,” he added. Some 36.6 percent of the P2.606 trillion national budget for 2015 has been allocated to social services, such as education, health care and social protection. Under the 2015 national budget, P62.3 billion has been allotted to support 4.3 million poor families under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program, while P37.1 billion has been earmarked for the health insurance benefits of 15.4 million poor and near-poor families. To support the K to 12 Basic Education Program, the budget has set aside P53.9 billion for the construction of 31,728 classrooms, and P3.5 billion for the purchase of 70.5 million textbooks and other instructional materials. PND

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Cards & Payments Conference in Singapore, besting out 10 other finalists from across Asian markets. The

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annual event, organized by Terrapin, is designed to identify, recognize, and award companies who have demonstrated the greatest ability in innovation with new products, continually setting the standards of excellence. As GXI President and CEO Xavier Marzan said, “Innovations like Globe Charge remain our priority as we continue to focus on solutions that help business owners address their broader challenges through technology. We are proud to be a leader in this type of service and aim to continue improving on our current services. We also look forward to expanding our customer base further with Globe Charge.” An easy-to-use device, Globe Charge can be attached to any Android- or IOS-based smartphone or tablet, turning them into credit card terminals. It currently enables businesses to accept MasterCard and Visabranded credit and debit cards. With over 800,000 business enterprises in the Philippines, Globe Charge has successfully equipped MSMEs with an affordable payment acceptance solution to tap the carded segment, expanding their sales, and ultimately growing their business. Unlike traditional credit card terminals offered by banks, Globe Charge does not require a minimum transaction volume or monthly lease, with a very affordable retail price of only P999. It also provider faster settlements and lower rates compared to banks. It can also be bundled with postpaid lines and free mobile phones starting at P499. Globe also offers an easier application process compared to banks –just visit www.globecharge.com.ph or download the app and register. To know more about Globe Charge and how it can help you grow your business visit http://www. globecharge.com.ph.

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interest but “interes ng ating bansa, interes ng mas nakakaraming Moro” (the interest of the nation, the interest of the Moro people). “Ang ating kinabukasan po ang nakasalalay sa BBL” (Our collective future depends on the BBL), he added. Sister Arnold Maria Noel of Balay Rehabilitation Center and

Mindanao Solidarity Network described the “march for peace” as a “big mobilization,” and “many of those who participated were not only Muslims, many were really non-Muslims.” “That shows that BBL is supported not only by Muslim communities but also non-Muslims,” she said. Cardinal Orlando Quevedo, OMI, Archbishop of Cotabato and lead convenor of Friends of Peace (FoP) told a press conference at the Fuentebella Hall while the Committee was in executive session, said he hopes the Committee members would pass “a BBL that would bring lasting peace.” “We pray legislators would act as, I would say, the crowning peacemakers they would crown the peace negotiations by acting, continuing as peacemakers.” Former Senator Santanina Rasul, the first Moro woman elected senator, asked durng the press conference: “if we are to be united as a strong Philippine Republic, why can’t we support the peace agreements which guarantee an end to armed conflict, which lays the foundation for a strong autonomous region and ends the struggle for independence?” “I say to our legislators, pass the BBL now. Pass a BBL which remains true to the peace agreements, that promised genuine autonomy in lieu of independence,” she said, adding “give peace a chance. Let us be a united Filipino people, of diverse cultures and ethnicities, religions and creed.” (Carolyn O. Arguillas / MindaNews)

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“Nandito tayo, nananalangin and giving our support for the passage of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL),” she said. She said there are maybe some valid issues and concerns with the BBL, as raised by legislators in both houses of Congress, but the approval of the proposed law is the first big step in resolving the problems in the region. After 48 hearing sessions, the 75 members of the Ad Hoc Committee on the BBL will vote on every provision of the proposed BBL and its endorsement to the House’s plenary. Alamia said they’re expecting the committee to pass a BBL that is not ‘diluted,’ adding that it should not have similar flaws with Republic Act 9054, the ARMM Organic Act. She urges the members to vote based on their conscience and not on personal biases or political interests. “Hopefully, iyong ipapasa nilang BBL should be a better and stronger autonomous region than our current set-up,” she said. Alamia said the BBL is the highest expression of the right to self-determination of the Bangsamoro. The ARMM government has consistently manifested its support to the BBL and the entire Mindanao peace agenda. It has initiated various programs and initiatives such as the YapaKapayapaan, KantaKapayapaan, YakaPayapaan and the on-going I Value Life, I Sign for Peace campaign to underscore the call for peace and give meaningful contributions to the creation of a stronger political institution that will advance the legitimate aspirations of the Bangsamoro. “We are laying down the foundations for the new Bangsamoro Government by preparing the region for the transition. Ang pagpasok ng bagong Bangsamoro Government ay hindi katapusan ng ARMM, hindi rin ito katapusan ng mga taong naninirahan dito. Bagkus ay mas magandang buhay para sa lahat ng mga mamamayan nito,” Alamia said. (Bureau of Public Information-ARMM/APB/PIA-10)

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

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A No. 10172, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that GEMRE ROGE B. PLAZA has filed with this Office a petition for the correction of clerical error in the entry of the child’s SEX from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of GEMRE ROGE BACARRISAS PLAZA who was born on MAY 5, 1996 in Cagayan de Oro City and whose parents are ROGER CABALHIN PLAZA and GEMMA MAGTRAYO BACARRISAS. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than MAY 22, 2015.

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A No. 10172, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that HOSEN M. GAMOS has filed with this Office a petition for the correction of clerical error in the entry of the child’s SEX from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the Certificate of Live Birth of HOSEN MAGA GAMOS who was born on SEPTEMBER 25, 1993 in Cagayan de Oro City and whose parents are RUFINO SALISE GAMOS and ROSELYM MARAGANA MAGA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than MAY 21, 2015.

(SGD.) NORMA S. DIPUTADO City Civil Registrar

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The Globe Charge team led by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI) President & CEO Xavier Marzan and G-Xchange Inc., Marketing Director Franchette Chingcuanco-Cardona (2nd to the right) received the award for Globe Charge as Asia’s Best Mobile Payment Implementation. They are joined by Stefano Diemmi COO of goSwiff (rightmost), and Anne Karumo, Head of Communications and Marketing, goSwiff (2nd to the left) photo provided

Globe Charge cements leadership in mobile point-of-sale solutions with 60% growth in user base Takes innovation to greater heights with recent victory as Asia’s Best Mobile Payment Implementation Globe Charge, powered by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globe Telecom, has become the leading mobile point-of-sale (POS) solution in the country with its customer base growing by 60% in 2014. Globe Charge is designed for merchants of all sizes, especially the micro, small and medium

enterprises, to enable them to accept MasterCard and Visa-branded credit and debit cards as payments, therefore increasing their customer base and growing their businesses. Since its introduction, Globe Charge has been used by small and medium business owners that include medical practitioners

running their own clinics, bazaar participants, enterprises with mobile sales force, and event organizers. The most innovative payment solution to date, Globe Charge also bagged the award for Best Mobile Payment Implementation in the recently held Smart Awards Asia 2015 at the See globe, page A11

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