Mindanao Daily News (June 6, 2023)

Seven Seas Waterpark & Resort Showcase

Water Treatment Innovations to uplift MisOr water security

By Mike Baños

Believe it or not, one of the country’s largest water parks has not changed its waters for the past three years, yet has managed to maintain water quality which meets mandated standards for safe drinking water.

Better yet, they are looking to further elevate their self-imposed grades with the introduction of further innovations in their water and waste water treatment processes which are fully adoptable by the Provincial Integrated Water Security Plans of Northern Mindanao’s local government units.

This was disclosed by Engr. Elpidio M. Paras, chairman and president of UC-1 Corporation which owns and operates the sixhectare Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort in Opol, Misamis Oriental, during

the recently concluded Northern Mindanao Integrated Water Security Summit held at this venue.

Mr. Paras is the President of Promote Normin Foundation and Co-Chair of the Regional Develop -

ment Council for Region 10 (RDC-10) Infrastructure & Utilities Committee (InfraCom), one of the summit’s prime movers.

“When we set up this establishment five years ago, we were able to adopt

best practices of waterparks we visited abroad to make it one of the best there is,” Mr. Paras said. “Even before we were required for compliance by DENR, we had already been putting

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. collaborates with DENR for coastal cleanups to Protect Our AweSM Seas

SM Prime Holdings, Inc., a leading integrated property developer in Southeast Asia, has joined hands with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to launch a series of Coastal Cleanups, beginning on World Environment Day.

Supported by SM Supermalls and its esteemed corporate social responsibility arm, SM Cares, this initiative aims to engage employees and the general public in the spirit of Bayanihan, fostering collective action to safeguard our precious AweSM Seas through the cleaning of coastlines and river channels.

As part of its ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, SM Prime implements regular cleanups throughout the year. This week, volunteers are gathering at SM malls nationwide to actively participate in the cleanup efforts, commencing with a partnership between DENR and SM Prime on World Environment Day. On June 5, volunteers will assemble at SM Cagayan

“Transfiguring

Mindanao”

wins

NAST’s Outstanding Book Award

By MINDANEWS

DAVAO CITY – “Transfiguring Mindanao: A Mindanao Reader” is this year’s recipient of the Outstanding Book Award from the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL).

Edited by Mindanawon professors Jose Jowel Canuday and Joselito Sescon and published by the Ateneo de Manila University Press last year, “Transfiguring Mindanao” is a 788-page book containing 34 chapters written by 44 authors from transdisciplinary fields based in, working on, and with roots from Mindanao. The authors include academic and religious scholars, journalists, rights and environmental activists, culture bearers and leaders, and artists.

They will also receive a plaque and cash prize of PhP 25,000.

Canuday, a former reporter of MindaNews, is an Associate Professor and head of the ADMU’s Department of Sociology and Anthropology while Sescon is Assistant Professor of the

Department of Economics also at the ADMU.

The Mindanao Reader was conceived in response to the long-standing call for an expansion of scholarship on Mindanao, and to assist in carrying out efforts of the Society of Jesus in bolstering service to the region. In producing the book, the faculty and staff of the School of Social Sci -

Canuday, who hails from Davao City and Sescon from Iligan City, will receive the award during the Academy’s two-day Annual Scientific Meeting on July 12 and 13 in Metro Manila.

Engr. Elpidio M. Paras, President & CEO, UC-1 Corporation

Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controls systems convert AC into DC electricity enabling motors to soft start and adjust RPMs, helping save up to 30% in power costs. (photo by John Malolot)

Waste Water Treatment System

EGov PH app to ease doing business, lessen corruption: PBBM

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos

MANILA – The eGov Super App, the country’s first one-stop-shop platform for national and local government services, will provide the public with a hassle-free transaction and curb corruption, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Friday.

Marcos made the remark as he congratulated the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) for launching the eGov SuperApp at Malacañan Palace in Manila.

“This is what we are pushing for. This is what e-governance is about -- to bring it all together, to make it simple and available and accessible,” he said in his speech.

“I am very, very happy that we are going in this direction. There is another part of this that is extremely important, that is sometimes we do not talk about, and that is the lessening of corruption,” Marcos added.

Marcos stressed the importance of digitalizing government services, saying it would be “useful, easy and convenient” for ordinary Filipino citizens.

EGOV APP. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday (June 2, 2023) leads the launching of the eGov Super App at the President’s Hall of Malacañan Palace in Manila. In a speech, Marcos said the online platform would eliminate corruption and make public transactions easier and more convenient. (PNA photo by Joey Razon)

He said maximizing the use of new technologies would also get rid of “fixers” who ask for money, in exchange for facilitating transactions with government agencies.

“In that way, it simplifies the process especially for the citizens and there is no

discretion being exercised by anyone,” Marcos said. “We should not allow them to continue to suffer from these antiquated, corrupt, inefficient system.”

Marcos said he is looking forward to the success of eGov Super App, emphasizing that

the launching of the online platform is a “very good step” in attaining his administration’s full digital and economic transformation goals.

The eGov PH mobile application allows users to transact with government agencies, pay bills, and access essential

information about government programs and services online.

‘Proper’ national IDs

Marcos vowed to make the eGov SuperApp “more extensive” and “more sophisticated” to increase the country’s global competitiveness.

He said the government is also looking for those who could help in the faster release of actual Philippine IDs (PhilIDs).

This, as he admitted that the printing of PhilIDs is a “little unsatisfactory.”

Marcos also acknowledged that the PhilIDs would become a “central focal point” for the dissemination of information and services as it would serve as a “proper ID in a sense that it contains data that is critical or important or that is necessary for the conduct of business in government.”

“So, that’s what we are working on. I think we are making new progress. We are finding those groups who are able to print them out,” Marcos said.

“This is what we are aiming for. But this is an extremely important step in heading down the road of digitalizing our bureaucracy, our government functions. And this will

extend not only to the national government. This will extend to even the local government,” he added.

The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Thursday said there were around 37.3 million printed PhilIDs turned over to Philippine Postal Corp.

The PSA is now coordinating with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas to accelerate the printing of IDs.

‘High-impact’ innovations

Marcos also stressed the need to pursue “high-impact” innovations to enable the Philippines to compete on an “even basis” with the United States and Europe.

He reiterated that the country has to adopt the digital transformation.

“Government as well must be able to identify and utilize high-impact innovations to improve its own governance and transform itself into an agile bureaucracy that is responsive to the people’s needs,” he said.

“This is not something an option that we might want to examine. This is something that we need to do. We have no option of not doing this. This is something that is required,” Marcos added. (PNA)

PH Army firing platoons undergo operational readiness evaluation

By Priam Nepomuceno

MANILA – The Army Artillery Regiment (AAR) tested the operational readiness of all firing platoons of the nine field artillery battalions deployed nationwide from May 1 to 30.

In a statement Friday, Philippine Army (PA) spokesperson Col. Xerxes Trinidad said this came following the holding of its 2023 1st semester Operational Readiness Site Inspection Test & Evaluation (ORSITE) which inspected, test and evaluate an artillery

unit’s overall operational preparedness.

“It (ORSITE) also assesses the competency of the gun crew to execute the tasks assigned to them as well as the firing units in providing accurate and timely artillery fire support to the maneuver units,” he added.

Trinidad said all firing platoons were also evaluated in terms of logistical management, maintenance standards, personnel qualification profile and security measures implemented in the camp or fire bases they (Photo courtesy of Army Artillery Regiment)

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“To reinforce the performance of these units, AAR shall provide feedback and assessment after the conduct of the evaluation and subsequently award the deserving battalion with remarkable performance as manifested by the results of the evaluation,” he noted.

The ORSITE is also among the AAR’s series of proficiency tests that reinforce the thrust of the Army leadership to enhance the individual skills of soldiers as well as unit competencies. (PNA)

Davao and whose parents are Javier T. Basia and Clarita S. Alpeche

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than June 11, 2023.

(SGD) MARISSA C. NEBRADA City Civil Registrar

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A No. 9048, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that CLUDOLFO DAL MABILEN has filed with this office a Petition for Change of First Name from “ ELBE ALBE ” to “ ELVIE ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of ELBE ALBE ACOMPAAÑADO RAMIL who was born on DECEMBER 01,1958 in SINACABAN, MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL and whose parents are FELIX GALLETO RAMIL and EVARISTA JAMOROL ACOMPANIADO. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file a written opposition with this Office not later than JUNE 08, 2023.

(SGD) EVANGELINE C. TAPANGAN City Civil Registrar

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Rehabilitated dam to boost fish production in Sorsogon

By Connie Calipay

LEGAZPI CITY – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Bicol (BFAR-5) has turned over a newly rehabilitated dam project to the local government unit (LGU) of Sorsogon City which is expected to boost the fish production and protection of aquatic resources.

In an interview on Thursday, Rowena Briones, officer in charge of the BFAR-5 information unit, said the refurbished Abuyog Dam is one of BFAR’s Balik Sigla sa Ilog at Lawa (BASIL) program sites that focus on sustaining inland fisheries.

“During the ceremonial turnover last May 30, Sorsogon City Mayor Esther Hamor received the certificate of acceptance and turnover from BFAR. The program aims to enhance fish production and improve the livelihoods of local fisherfolk. With the rehabilitation of the dam, the community can engage in controlled freshwater aquaculture activities, creating sustainable op -

FISH PRODUCTION BOOST. The newly rehabilitated Abuyog Dam in Sorsogon City which is seen to help boost local fish production in this undated photo. The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources funded the rehabilitation worth PHP314,000 through the BASIL (Balik Sigla sa Ilog at Lawa) program. (Photo courtesy of BFAR-Bicol) portunities for increased fish yield and economic growth,” she said.

Briones said BFAR, through the BASIL program, funded the rehabilitation worth PHP314,000 that started a year ago.

“The turnover ceremony not only marked the successful rehabilitation of the Abuyog Dam but also symbolized a collective

effort to protect and conserve the region’s aquatic resources,” she said.

Briones said that with the dam’s rehabilitation and identification as a BASIL site, “makakatabang na sya na ma-sustain ang production (it will help to sustain the production)” of marine products.

“Also, the City Tourism Office highlighted the

Over 20K households in Rizal waterless after main line bursts

By Miguel Gil

ANTIPOLO CITY – Some

20,550 households in the province are without water service following the rupture of a main water line extending beneath the Circumferential Road here early Friday morning.

Manila Water (MW), which supplies water to a large part of Rizal province, said its repair crews are already working on the problem. Service is expected to be restored by 8 p.m.

by the service interruption.

The waterless villages include: (Antipolo) San Isidro, San Jose, San Roque, Dela Paz, and Dalig; (Teresa) Poblacion, San Gabriel, MayIba, Dulumbayan, Calumpang, Sto. Cristo, Prinza, Bagumbayan, Dalig, and San Roque; (Binangonan) Tayuman and Palangoy; (Morong) San Guillermo; and (Taytay) Dolores.

potential of the Abuyog Dam in attracting tourists interested in experiencing Sorsogon City’s flourishing aquaculture practices,” she added.

Sorsogon City Mayor Ma. Esther Hamor expressed her gratitude and enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing its significance in bolstering the city’s aquaculture industry. (PNA)

“Please be assured that Manila Water is exerting all efforts to ensure restoration of water service in the affected areas as soon as possible,” Dittie Galang, corporate communications affairs group head at MW, said in a text message to the Philippine News Agency.

A total of 20 villages across Antipolo, Angono, Binangonan, Morong, Taytay and Teresa are currently affected

Meanwhile, Galang said water tankers are being dispatched to distribute water to affected households while the repair is being completed.

The spokesperson also told residents to expect discoloration of water once service is restored. She advised consumers to allow a few minutes of flushing before using the water from their taps.

MW serves over 413,000 service connections in Rizal, providing water to an estimated 2.8 million individuals. (PNA)

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In a series of meetings attended by non-government organizations, environment activists, ecological movements, human rights advocates, lawyers, bishops, priests, media and chieftains of the Indigenous Peoples from different regions of Mindanao, a DECLARATION signed by thousands of Indigenous Peoples in Mindanao has put in clear categorical term to stop treating the 17 million Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines as “disposable wastes.” “KAMI PO AY TAO, HINDI BASURA!” May I share such DECLARATION: Let this DECLARATION reverberate through-out the land. How can you liberate the poor and the oppressed IPs from the quagmire of poverty and oppression?

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“WE THE CHIEFTAINS OF THE DIFFERENT TRIBES OF THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES IN MINDANAO ESPECIALLY IN BUKIDNON HAVE COME TOGETHER WITH A FIRM COLLECTIVE INTENT TO STRONGLY AND VEHEMENTLY CONDEMN THE GLARING INACTION AND GROSS NEGLIGENCE OF THE NATIONAL COMMISSION OF THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES (NCIP) IN PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES.

“Upon hearing our narratives during his visit and interaction with us, no less than one of the authors of IPRA Law, former Cong. Omar Fajardo, aptly said that the IPRA Law has been mocked no end. The mockery of the IPRA Law has concretely manifested that the office created to enforce the law is inutile as the massive oppression of the

Indigenous Peoples goes on without let-up!

No less than an amazing TV broadcaster, Mr. Ceasar Soriano of PTV 4 had shown in three episodes in his weekly program, “MAGANDANG GABI PILIPINAS” how oppressed the Indigenous Peoples are which carried the theme: AGAW LUPA, AGAW TUBIG, AGAW BUHAY!” Indeed, since 2016, a total of 101 individuals especially IP leaders have fallen victims to extra judicial killings with around 169 victims of frustrated EJKs, 227 IPs have been illegally arrested, detained and abducted and 27 reported being subjected to torture. For what? For resisting the continuing illegal land grabbing of our ancestral domains. Of those killed included a 5-yr. old boy and a pregnant woman AT ANG PATAY NA, KINATAY PA. Instilling fear is a means of illegal land grabbing.

less than the NCIP Chairman, Sec. Allen Capuyan and six NCIP Administrators which recognizes the ownership of the Tribe of their 1,111 ha. ancestral domain. With that concrete and categorical certification, can the tribe now enter their ancestral domain? No! When the Chieftains together with the NCIP lawyer served the notice to the corporation printed in a tarpaulin, the notice has been torn-off into shreds by the armed men of the corporation. Six months had passed since such issuance and such Certification remained inutile. The tribe has been asking the NCIP regional office headed by Dir. Ann Burgos for the issuance of a Cease and Desist Order but no issuance has been done. Ganyan po ka inutile and NCIP! “In Talakag, the Higaonon-Manobo-Talaandig Tribe has narrated how their 39,000 ha. ancestral domain is being land-grabbed in cohort with local officials and agencies of government and when they would resist, they would be tagged as NPAs.

“As shown in MAGANDANG GABI PILIPINAS, let us revisit some of these painful narratives. In San Vicente, Sumilao, Bukidnon, the Manobo Tribe headed by a lady Datu named Bae Merlita Mayantao stood up to defend their 5,000-ha. ancestral domain which was fenced into a ranch by a powerful corporation. When the tribe protested in 2016,

barrage of bullets rained upon them and three members of her tribe then and there were killed including her son, and three wounded. Until now, no justice has been done and they are seeing the killers walking around who are members of a well-known Security Group. But such is just a “tip of the iceberg” (one-tenth seen, nine-tenth unseen).

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“Along the 4-lane hi-way in Butong, Quezon, Bukidnon, more than one thousand families of the Manobo-Pulangiyon Tribe are living under shattered tents for more than five years now eating only “kamote” once a day. Why? Because they were ousted from their 1,111 ha.-ancestral domain by a powerful multimillion pineapple plantation

company, the Kiantig Development Corporation, owned and managed by the incumbent Mayor of Quezon, Bukidnon, Pablo Lorenzo. Recently, after five long years of advocacy and legal struggle, the long-awaited Certificate of Recognition has been issued by the National Commission of the Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), signed by no

In fact, a chieftain had been tied-up whole evening in a nearby military camp for being tagged as an NPA by a barangay captain who is so interested to grab his land. But the violation of our human rights is not just on grabbing our ancestral domain. It also included the grabbing of our water rights as in the case of the Higaonon Tribe in Mirayon led by Datu Ben Anoos. The never-ending flow of water in the tribe’s ancestral domain has been converted into a water-system by the LGU that since 2005 has been supplying the water needs of thousands of families in Talakag, Bukidnon but not a single centavo has been paid to the Tribe, a clear violation of IPRA Law. After spending so much fighting for justice, after all their advocacy,

PEACE AND ORDER MEETING. Negros Occidental Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson (center) welcomes the confirmation of the Philippine National Police that no private armed groups are existing in the province. Together with Vice Governor Jeffrey Ferrer (left) and Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II (right), Lacson presided over the joint second quarter meeting of the Provincial Peace and Order Council and the Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council held at the Capitol Social Hall in Bacolod City on Friday (June 2, 2023). (Photo courtesy of PIO Negros Occidental)

No private armies in Negros Occidental, says PNP official

By Nanette Guadalquiver

BACOLOD CITY – Negros

Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson welcomed on Friday the confirmation from the Philippine National Police (PNP) that no private armed groups are existing in the province.

“I really asked because it is the concern of the President (Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.) to make sure that there are no private armies especially that the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections is coming. The report was, there is none identified in Negros Occidental,” he told reporters.

Lt. Col. James Latayon, chief of the Provincial Operations Management Unit of the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office, confirmed to the governor that they have not monitored any private army, during the joint second quarter meeting of the Provincial Peace and Order Council and the Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council held at the Capitol

Close to 500 families evacuated in Iloilo City due to floods

By Perla Lena

ILOILO CITY – At least

477 families or almost a thousand individuals were sent to evacuation centers Thursday afternoon following heavy rains caused by Typhoon Betty-enhanced southwest monsoon flooded 50 barangays in this city.

Those who were evacuated came from hard-hit 11 barangays, said Charles Vincent Samodio, team leader of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO).

Social Hall here.

In March this year, the PNP national headquarters said it will work with the Armed Forces of the Philippines to identify, track down and dismantle all private armed groups in the country.

The consolidation of police and military forces complied with the order of Marcos, following the series of highprofile attacks on local chief executives, one of which was the assassination of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo three months ago.

Meanwhile, Latayon reported that Negros Occidental is “generally peaceful,” adding that there has been a downtrend in crime incidents during the first five months of the year.

He said this can be attributed to the intensified police visibility and checkpoint operations and conduct of various law enforcement operations against illegal firearms, illegal drugs, illegal gambling and wanted personalities. (PNA)

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BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE REVENUE REGION NO. 16

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NOTICE OF SALE

(For Acquired Real Assets)

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 216 of the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as amended, the undersigned will sell at public auction for cash or manager’s check to the highest bidder at Iligan Public Plaza, Iligan City on the 4th day of July 2023 (Tuesday) , beginning at 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM of the said day, the following acquired/forfeited assets of the Bureau of Internal Revenue in the name of the Republic of the Philippines, as described below:

Samodio said 16 of the flooded barangays were in Jaro district, 10 in Mandurriao, six in City Proper, five each in Lapuz and La Paz, and four each in Molo and Arevalo Districts. Most of the flooded areas are caused by the overflowing of a creek, with water rising to knee level as per information coming from officials of affected barangays.

“We are closely monitoring Barangay Calubihan in Jaro because of the possible rise in the water level at the Dungon Creek,” he said.

The evacuees consisting of 477 families or 988 individuals are currently staying in their barangay hall, chapel, or gyms that have been designated as evacuation centers he added.

Mayor Jerry Treñas, as a precautionary measure, has suspended the holding of face-to-face classes from Kindergarten to Senior High School and allowed their temporary shift to modular or online classes for both

FLOODED. Flooding affected residents of Barangay Desamparaados in Jaro District on Thursday (June 1, 2023). Heavy rains due to Typhoon Betty-enhanced southwest monsoon caused flooding in 50 barangays in this city, according to the Emergency Operations Center of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office. (Photo courtesy of B/S Wenalyn)

private and public schools.

Selected offices in the city have been allowed to go home early.

Meantime, in a press conference on Thursday, Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. announced that no flooding was reported in the province as per data from the Provincial Disaster

Risk Reduction and Management Office.

However, nine families were preemptively evacuated in Barangay Igtuba in the municipality of Miagao on Wednesday evening as a precautionary measure amid the moderate to at a time heavy rain showers and a high level of water at

the Naclub River.

The municipalities of Mina, Bingawan, Maasin, Oton, Guimbal, Zarraga and Miagao suspended classes in all levels.

“Generally there is no flooding in our municipalities but we continue to monitor,” Defensor said. (PNA)

The Bureau of Internal Revenue, thru its Bids and Awards Committee –Acquired Assets (BAC-AA), reserves the right to reject any or all bids received, waive any formalities or defects therein, and to accept such bids as may be advantageous to the government, or call-off the bidding prior to the acceptance of the bids and call for a new bid under amended rules. The auction shall be done on an “As Is Where Is” and on a per title basis.

Interested parties may visit www.bir.gov.ph for the Guidelines on the Public Auction or may call the BIR Regional Office thru the Office of the Regional Director, Attention: Collection Division at Telephone No. (088) 555 6634 local 123.

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Globe Group shares story of purpose -led transformation in UN’s Vision 2045 documentary series

Reflecting its long-standing commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Globe Group is participating in the UN’s Vision 2045, a campaign that features documentary films about how businesses from around the world are taking collective action for a better global future.

In its documentary, the Globe Group’s senior leaders talk about the company’s purposeled transformation – innovating with compassion, care, and kindness to deliver life-enabling services to Filipinos.

Globe Group President and CEO Ernest Cu looked back at how Globe transformed from telco to techco, turning the business around from a farsecond player when he came in 2008 to an industry-leader and gamechanger. Behind this success is Globe’s mission to serve.

“Key to every telecom company is the quality of its network infrastructure. A good network spells a good service experience for our customers. We brought the Filipino and introduced to the Filipino the concept of what a smartphone was. This brought

about a new age of data, which in turn spelled partners and new life-changing experiences. We then asked ourselves ‘what was next?’ We decided that we would become a purpose-led company,” said Cu.

Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Guevarra-Cabreira shared how Globe’s expansion is rooted in the company’s desire to help enrich and enable the digital life of its prepaid users, the bulk of Globe’s customer base, through greater access.

“Speaking to customers, I realized that prepaid users— the vast majority of whom come from the lowest socio-economic brackets— had the same desire for innovation as everyone else and, arguably, an even greater need for digital enablement. Thus we began to explore how we could make it financially feasible for Filipinos to access the benefits of the internet,”

Guevarra-Cabreira said.

Globe’s transformation was further accelerated by the pandemic, when many day-to-day transactions and activities swiftly shifted to online platforms. In the midst of the crisis, Globe’s platforms shone through as life savers. There’s GCash, the

country’s #1 financial services app, which enabled convenient digital payments, fund transfers, and even provided options for a savings account, investments and a credit line to those in need. KonsultaMD, the Globe Group’s telehealth app, meanwhile, provided accessible doctor consultations when Philippine hospitals and their personnel were stretched beyond capacity.

“We came into the pandemic as a company and came out as a group of companies. We are now shifting to become a digital solutions platform and have seen incredible success in bringing pioneering techenabled services that address Filipinos’ needs. Our goal is to continuously grow and fortify the Globe Group by providing more products and services that can address the daily struggles of Filipinos through digital solutions,” said Cu.

As it continues to grow, the Globe Group is on the constant lookout for startups from around the world with an aligned vision for the future and a mission to make positive change. Through its venture capital firm Kickstart Ventures, Globe has been supporting companies that tackle

some of the world’s biggest problems, from food security to pollution, among others.

“We are very conscious of our role on this planet, of our responsibility to keep delivering life-enabling solutions. Our hope is that by partnering with these companies, we can work towards much more ambitious goals, bigger solutions and tackling bigger problems that perhaps on our own we won’t be able to address,” said Minette Navarrete, Kickstart President.

The bedrock of Globe’s expansion and transformation is its core telco business, where it continues to operate sustainably. Globe was the first publicly-listed Philippine-based company to commit to setting science-based targets and was recently recognized by Standard Insights as the Most Sustainability-Driven Network Operator in the Philippines. The company was also included as one of Asia Pacific’s Climate Leaders in a list developed by the Financial Times and Global Market Research Firm, Statista.

Key to this are its efforts to green its network and supply chain, and push for greater energy efficiency across its op-

3 cacao farmers from Davao to compete in Paris

By ANTONIO L. COLINA IV

DAVAO CITY—Three cacao farmers from this city will represent the country in the 2023 International Cocoa Awards at the Salon du Chocolat in Paris, France from October 28 to November 1.

This was announced by Director Abel James I. Monteagudo, of the Department of Agriculture-Davao, at the opening of the Mindanao Artisan Chocolate Fair on Friday at SM City Davao.

These farmers are Judith Gabasa of Bagong Silang and Policarpo Enricoso Jr. of Barangay Saloy in Calinan District, and Melina Villaflor of Callawa, Buhangin District.

Monteagudo said they would be flown to Paris after winning the Philippine Cacao Quality Awards (PCQA) last year in Butuan City out of 100 entries from all over the country.

“Davao Region really has what it takes to be recognized as the Chocolate and Cacao Capital of the Philippines with chocolate products at par with the best in the world,” he said.

He said that the agency would continue to strive to make the region produce more “best cacao beans” and “empower more award-winning cacao farmers, chocolatiers, and entrepreneur to be globally competitive.”

Monteagudo added that cocoa processors in the region are “scaling up,” many of them are venturing into the international markets like the United Arab Emirates and the United States, which have preference

for dark chocolates from the Philippines.

According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), cacao production during the first quarter of 2023 slightly declined to 2,350 metric tons from 2,380 MT reported in the same period of 2022.

Out of this total, Davao Region produced 1,800 MT or 76.6 percent share to the country’s cacao production during the quarter.

Monteagudo said there is a growing demand for cacao in the global market.

He said local supply could not meet the high demand from domestic and international markets, which present huge market opportunity for the local farmers.

Acknowledging that the Philippines may not be able to compete with other countries that produce high volume of cacao, he said the government is focusing on improving the “quality” of the beans.

Under Republic Act 11547 passed in 2021, the entire Davao Region has been declared as the cacao capital and Davao City as chocolate capital of the country.

The law recognizes the “importance of cacao as a driver of rural development not only because of its singular potential as a raw material that can increase the country’s export earnings tremendously, and put the name of the country in the map for producing the finest chocolate beans, but for having provided livelihood to many small farmers in the countryside.” (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)

Drying cacao beans in Tugbok District, Davao city. MindaNews file photo by RUBY THURSDAY MORE

5 killed, 3 wounded in Army-Dawlah Islamiya clash

By Teofilo Garcia, Jr.

ZAMBOANGA CITY

– Five combatants were killed, including four Dawlah Islamiya (DI) militants, while three others were wounded in a clash in the hinterlands of Lanao del Sur, the Western Mindanao Command (Westmincom) confirmed Friday.

Maj. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, the Army’s 1st Infantry Division commander, said the firefight around 8:58 p.m. Wednesday lasted for about five minutes in Barangay Piangologan, Marogong town and resulted in the death of four DI militants and a government soldier.

The clash broke out when the troops of the Army’s 3rd Scout Ranger Battalion chanced upon a group of DI-militants led by Abu Zacariah while conducting a combat operation.

Three other soldiers were wounded as troops rescued three civilians, a female and two young males, who were caught

in the crossfire. Nafarrete withheld the identities of the slain and wounded soldiers pending notification to their families.

“The wounded soldiers are now in stable condition and recuperating in the hospital,” said Nafarrete, concurrent commander of the Joint Task Force ZamPeLan (Zamboanga Peninsula and

AGGIE NEWS: DA opens RSBSA Finder

To provide easier access to data, the Department of Agriculture (DA) launches the Registry System for Basic Sectors in Agriculture (RSBSA) Finder through finder-rsbsa.da.gov.ph.

Said system was developed to assist registrants to confirm if their registration was successful and also generates a temporary digital DA Interventions Monitoring Card (IMC) which contains their official RSBSA number.

RSBSA is an electronic compilation of basic information about farmers, farm workers, fisherfolk and agri-youth which serves as the basis for availing DA interventions.

For Region 10, a total of 498,503 farmers and fisherfolk have already registered into the system as of May 11, 2023, based on the official RSBSA dashboard data. # (AMBManto)

Lanao provinces).

He said the troops managed to recover an AR-15 Bushmaster rifle, two M16 rifles, an R4 rifle, three handheld radios, ammunition, an improvised explosive device (IED), a logbook diagram for IED, three mobile phones, backpacks, and assorted foodstuffs.

Lt. Gen. Roy Galido,

commander of Westmincom, commended the JTFZamPeLan for continuously employing more pressure on the remaining DI militants in their area of operation.

“I urge the remnants of the DI to lay down their arms and surrender peacefully to avoid gun battles and prevent loss of lives and bloodshed,” he said. (PNA)

NEUTRALIZED. Anti-drug operatives account for the shabu PHP182,250 items recovered from a drug syndicate in Matalam, North Cotabato, on Thursday (June 1, 2023). Three suspects were killed in the operation while another was arrested following a shootout. (Photo collage courtesy of Matalam MPS)

3 dead, one nabbed in N. Cotabato police anti-drug op

By John Andrew Tabugoc

MATALAM, North Cotabato – Police, backed by soldiers, killed three suspects and arrested another following a shootout during an anti-drug operation here, police said Friday.

Lt. Col Arniel Melocotones, municipal police chief, identified those slain as Abdulkarim Unsil, the principal target of the operation, and alleged accomplices Gerald Mangiling and Kanacan Unsil, all of Barangay Marbel.

Arrested was Harold Singcala Kalunsing, 23, of the same village.

Armed with a search warrant from a local court, the police-military team

swooped down on Unsil’s hideout in Sitio Kisupit, Barangay Marbel on Thursday morning but was met with gunfire from the suspects, Melocotones said.

“Our team was forced to retaliate which resulted in the shootout and death of the three suspects,” he added.

Recovered from the Unsil group’s hideout were “shabu” items worth PHP182,250; two .45-caliber pistols, a .38-caliber revolver, and ammunition.

Seven motorcycles were also seized and were turned over to the custody of the police’s Highway Patrol Group for further verification. (PNA)

DA-RCPC 10 benchmarks Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification in Western Visayas

MALAYBALAY CITY,

BUKIDNON - The Department of Agriculture (DA)

- Regional Crop Protection Center (RCPC) 10 recently conducted a benchmarking on Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) technique in DA-RCPC VI in Jaro, Iloilo City.

The Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) granted DA10 with P5 million worth of funding for the establishment of a Plant Health Hub (PHH) facility in barangay Bangcud, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon.

Considering that LAMP is part of the new PHH facility in NorMin, DA-Regional Field Office 10 Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado sent the team headed by DA-RCPC 10 chief Lucille T. Minguez along with three other technical personnel to Western Visayas Integrated Agricultural Research Center (WESVIARC).

their registration.

The benchmarking aims to equip the DA-RCPC 10 staff on the recent standard laboratory protocols on the use of LAMP equipment in detecting viral pathogens

DA-RCPC 10 benchmarks on LAMP technique in DA-RCPC VI in Jaro, Iloilo City.

and early disease detection affecting crops.

The team was exposed to the demonstration of the assay procedure of the LAMP kit with different primers for a specific virus strain, its reagents, and concentration, used in the detection of rice viruses.

Based on the results of the benchmarking, comparing the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) techniques that demand an expensive thermal cycler, it showed how LAMP amplifies the virus or virus strain in plants and insect vectors using a simple, cost-effective, and

easy-to-operate isothermal hot or water bath.

Through the benchmarking, DA-RCPC 10 is seen to more capably aid farmers in diagnosing viral diseases and recommending appropriate control measures to mitigate the spread of diseases on plants.#

The aggie department launches the RSBSA finder to assist registrants to confirm

Google map of Barangay Piangologan, Marogong town, Lanao del Sur.

MINDANAO DAILY FEATURE

TRUTH. JUSTICE. PROGRESS.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

DGE Go chooses Mae Linaac as Assistant Governor for Rotary District 3870

BY JOEL CALAMBA ESCOL, Managing Editor

CAGAYAN DE ORO

CITY – Rotary Dis-

trict 3870 Governorelect Gilda “Gigi” Go has appointed another Assistant Governor for Zone 1 for the Rotary Year 2023-2024.

“AG Mae Linaac is a member of the Rotary Club of Cagayan de Oro Premier. She will be ASSISTANT GOVERNOR for Zone 1. Thank you for accepting the appointment! With your impressive background, you are an asset to our District,” DGE Go said.

AG Mae has been connected with Del Monte Philippines for more than 30 years.

She has successfully climbed the corporate ladder from Training and Administrative Coordinator to HR Supervisor, then to being the Manager for Corporate Compensation and Benefits, HRIS and Cannery Recruitment Manager.

She was promoted to Senior Manager, Corporate Compensation and Benefits, HRIS & Executive Recruitment Senior Manager, and finally, as Senior Manager – Human Resources.

Early in her career she had a short teaching stint at PHINMA, then as a Consultancy Staff at SGV & Co.

AG Mae finished her Bachelors Degree in Commerce major in Accounting, Magna Cum Laude, at Xavier University. She also holds a Masters in Business Administration from the same University.

DepEd Encourages Teachers to Engage in Research

By: CECILLE JOY G. DOCDOCIL Teacher I Aglayan Central School

Research is a way of investigating sources and materials in order to come up with new conclusions, so that we can establish facts. It is use to systematically discover new information, to answer question, or to improve the previous discoveries with an end-goal that can benefit society. One type of research that is commonly used is action research. It attempts to render social and day-to day problems. Nowadays, action research is widely use in different organizations and institutions so that they can come up with facts that can solve the problems they are encountering, with regards to their daily operations.

Education is one of the organizations that uses action research. In the last 20 years, action research in education has gotten a lot of attention. It is considered as a practical yet systematic research method by teachers. It allows them to investigate their own teaching and the learning of their pupils. It is also used to investigate current problems in the classroom and to seek change and solutions through action. It is to learn via doing in order to advance professionally or personally. In the Philippines, the Department of Education encourages teachers to conduct action research by publishing and promoting it. It has issued DepEd Order No. 39, series 2016 to its constituents, urging them to implement the “Basic Education Research Agenda,”. The mandate encourages the country’s teachers to perform research. The goal of this project is to identify teachers’ and departments’ concerns

and problems, as well as to offer remedies based on the conclusions and findings of the research. Teachers have always been related to teacher professional development in the sphere of education, and they have absolutely become researchers. This will allow teachers to experiment with fresh and updated teaching methodologies as well as recent trend pedagogies. This will assist them in determining which method will be most effective.

Teachers must grow and acquire new knowledge to construct a conceptual grasp of it. A professional development framework that encourages on-going professional development is needed. Teachers should look at models and examples that aim to investigate instructional and practical understanding of a specific research. Teachers can also integrate new knowledge and ideas into individual and collective initiatives for curricular and instructional reform.

Despite the aforementioned trends, thrusts, attraction policies, and apparent pressures to mobilize teachers to participate in creating a vibrant research culture within and beyond the department, it is disheartening to note that only a small percentage of teachers are genuinely involved in research. Probably, conducting action research in Philippine public elementary and secondary schools may be difficult due to a lack of information among many teachers about what action research is and how to conduct it.

DUTIES OF AN AG

An assistant governor in Rotary is an important role within the organization. They serve as a liaison between the district governor and the clubs in their designated area, providing support and guidance to help the clubs achieve their goals.

One of the main duties of an assistant governor is to ensure that the clubs in their area are following Rotary’s policies and procedures. They may provide training sessions to help club members understand these policies and how to implement them effectively. Additionally, assistant governors are responsible for supporting clubs in their efforts to achieve their goals, whether that be through fundraising, service projects, or membership growth. They may assist clubs in developing strategic plans, providing resources and connections, and offering feedback and guidance as needed.

Another important responsibility of an assistant governor is to serve as a communication bridge between the district governor and the clubs. They may be responsible for relay-

ing important information, such as upcoming events or changes in policy, to club leaders in a timely and effective manner.

Assistant governors are also tasked with supporting the district governor in their duties. They may attend meetings and events with the district governor, serve as a liaison between the governor and other district leaders, and provide feedback and suggestions on district-wide initiatives.

In summary, the role of an assistant governor in Rotary is multifaceted and crucial to the success of the organization. By providing guidance, support, and communication, assistant governors help clubs thrive and ultimately make a positive impact on their communities.

Assistant governors in Rotary also play a crucial role in promoting the organization and its mission. They may work to recruit new members, as well as encourage existing members to become more involved in Rotary’s activities and initiatives.

In addition, assistant governors may help to plan and organize district events, such as conferences, trainings, and fundraisers. These events pro-

Publication Notice R.A. 10172 Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province of Cotabato City/Municipality: Makilala

Date: 27 April 2023

vide opportunities for clubs to connect and collaborate, and can help to strengthen the Rotary community in the district.

Another important duty of an assistant governor is to monitor and evaluate the performance of the clubs in their area. They may conduct club visits to observe meetings and service projects, and provide feedback and support to help the clubs improve their performance.

Assistant governors may also be involved in Rotary’s international programs, such as the Rotary Foundation, which supports projects fo-

R.A.10.1(LCRO

cused on education, health, and economic development around the world. They may help clubs in their area to apply for funding and support from these programs, and ensure that the projects are aligned with Rotary’s mission and values.

Overall, the role of an assistant governor in Rotary is challenging, but also rewarding. By serving as a leader and mentor to clubs in their area, assistant governors have the opportunity to make a positive impact on their communities, while also contributing to Rotary’s global mission of service and goodwill.

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province of Camiguin Municipality of Catarman N O T I C E T O T H E P U B L I C

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A.No.9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that HELEN B. BOBOROL has filed with this Office a Petition for Change of First Name from “ HADEN ” to “ HADEX ” in the Certicate of Live Birth of HADEN A. BACORRO he was born on March 8, 1960 at Bura, Catarman, Camiguin whose parents are PAQUITO BACORRO and ELIZABETH ALMONIA

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this Office not later than June 15, 2023.

(SGD) LUDIVINA T. LIBAGO

Signature over printed name of the C/CMCR

MDN: Jun 6 & 13, 2023

Publication Notice R.A. 10172

Date: 14 April 2023

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

Incompliance 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

Republic of the Philippines Local Civil Registry Office Province of Cotabato City/Municipality: Makilala

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

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 ANALIE U. ORDANIZA-BANGGAYCISO has filed with this Office a correction of Entry in Sex from “ MALE ” to “ FEMALE ” in the Certificate of Live Birth who was born on 06 September 1986 at Makilala, Cotabato and whose parents are Anastacia Utbo and Wilfredo G. Ordaniza

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 02 MAY 2023.

District Governor Elect “Gigi” Go

Data key to integrated, inclusive water security framework

By Mike Baños

A water security advisor of the USAID Safe Water Project in the Philippines has advised water stakeholders in Northern Mindanao that updating key water related data is crucial to the successful formulation of an integrated, inclusive water security framework.

USAID Safe Water Advisor

Dr. Rachel M. Beja, stressed this key point in her presentation “ Provincial Integrated Water Security Plan Formulation Rudiments” rendered during the Northern Mindanao Integrated Water Security Summit held May 25-26, 2023 at the Seven Seas Waterpark & Resort in Opol, Misamis Oriental.

“A striking feature of the framework is that it is evidence based. The data would inform the root causes of problems. It is important to understand the root causes to be able to identify the right solutions and interventions, which can be a lot and therefore needs prioritization given limited investments and resources,” Ms. Beja noted.

To illustrate, Ms. Beja pointed out that while the water availability data for each province is already dated at 2015, the JICA study it uses as a benchmark is even more dated from 1998. Since then, forest cover, climate change and increasing population have changed water availability in the interim making the latest water availability data (2015) very much outdated. She also pointed out how the UN standard of 1,700 cu.m. of water annually per capita covers all uses of water, not merely domestic, which constitutes a

mere fraction of consumptive water use.

The National Water Resources Board (NWRB ) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA ) identified nine urbanized areas in the country, facing water demand challenges in the next several years, three of which are in Mindanao (Davao, Cagayan de Oro City, and Zamboanga), (JICA 1998).

A 2015 study by the World Resources Institute (WRI) projects the Philippines will experience a “high” degree of water shortage by 2040. It ranked 57th among likely most water stressed country in 2040 out of 167 countries with a 3.01 high water stress level score, meaning, at least 40 percent to 80 percent of the country’s total water supply would have been already withdrawn, or gone, by 2040, with agriculture expected to bear the brunt of the water shortage. The study defines water stress as “the ratio between total water withdrawals and available renewable surface water at a sub-catchment level.

(Rappler/WRI, 2015)

USAID Safe Water Safe Water is the USD18million flagship project of USAID in the Philippines for water and sanitation sector development which aims to improve water security of waterstressed communities in the Philippines through increased access of underserved or unserved communities to safe water supply and sanitation services; and more sustainable water management of surface and groundwater resources to meet human, economic and

ecosystem needs.

The project has three interrelated objectives: increased access to resilient water supply and sanitation services; improved water resource management; and strengthened water sector governance.

It aims to provides Philippine local government units, water service providers, and watershed councils in target provinces with the information, incentives, and partnerships they require to identify and address barriers to a water-secure future—yielding life-saving gains in access to water supply and sanitation services for unserved and underserved households in the Philippines’ most water-stressed communities.

It operates through offices in Manila and three focal sites: Puerto Princesa City and Palawan Province, Bacolod City and Negros Occidental Province, and General Santos City and Sarangani Province.

The water security framework of USAID Safe Water is a pioneering approach integrating service provision and water resource management which has been used as a platform for cascading the Philippine Water Supply & Sanitation Master Plan or PWSSMP (an operational plan of the UNSDG which is further adapted in NEDA’s Ambisyon Natin 2040 and in the Phil Development Plan (PDP). Thus, the PWSSMP is focused on water supply and sanitation, and water resource management.

“When we did water security planning at the provincial level, we were able to demonstrate how the framework was able to create the synergy needed to optimize investments and avoid unnecessary duplication of effort, ”Ms. Beja shared. “By doing this, the LGUs contribute to the national goals (PDP, Ambisyon Natin 2040) and the global goal (UN SDG NO. 6).”

“While strategies and interventions are targeted at increasing access to water supply and sanitation and improving water resource management, impacts of agricultural activities to the overall state of the water resources are well considered in the assessment, “ she added.

Provincial Integrated & Inclusive Water Security Framework Plan

The framework postulates how the 3 pillars that support water security interrelate and interconnect with each other: i) service provision, ii) improved water resource management, and the governance sector which

provides regulatory reforms and needed financing, since without funds, nothing will happen.

“Adoption at the provincial level is crucial to secure appropriation, since without a budget nothing happens. Further the plan must be cascaded to the cities and municipalities where investments should also come from."

When first starting doing plan strategies and interventions, Ms. Beja said it is important to note that water resource management connects with your service provision and needs the enabling environment of strengthened governance. She presented two lenses in talking about water security using this framework.

“There cannot be a water secure state if we are not able to meet universal access, in other words, everyone must have access to safe water supply and sanitation,” Ms. Beja emphasized. “The framework's context of water security is focused on water supply for domestic and sustainable management of water resources to meet other demand for water by other users like agriculture, industries and the environment. The strategies we have introduced in the plan are more on achieving universal access for each and every household.”

To further simplify the ten

steps in PIWSP formulation and implementation process, Ms. Beja summarized them in five milestones.

“To gain support for your draft water security plan, do the water forum or summit where you can present concrete strategies and interventions detailing potential projects and investment needs to enable all stakeholders to be aware of what the priorities are and engender their support.”

Water Security Challenges

– National & Regional

Current water security challenges facing the Philippine archipelago include burgeoning populations, unsustainable land uses, and deficient wastewater services. At the center of the challenges is water—a steady, dependable supply is increasingly elusive in many parts of the country as flows oscillate between too much or too little. Unfortunately, such adversities will only increase in the face of climate change, which is expected to further exacerbate ecological imbalances as climate variability becomes the new normal (DAI, 2019).

Specifically, Ms. Beja identified two key water security challenges that planners at the national and regional levels face.

One is the absence of sewerage and septage systems in Highly Urbanized Cities (HUCs),

which is long overdue. She noted how all domestic wastes are dumped into our bodies of water untreated, and because we don’t have septage management programs and community wide treatment and desludging of septage, the discharge from septic tanks will eventually pollute and contaminate our water sources.

“While we are still better off in Region X compared to the national level of access to safe water, there are still a lot who don’t have access to safe water, and our sanitation is worse off with still open defecation.

Transboundary Water Resources

Another challenge to planners is the transboundary nature of water resources in Northern Mindanao.

“If your water resources transcend boundaries, the management of these already must already transcend political boundaries. If the forest cover upstream is denuded, the downstream areas will bear the brunt of the effects of the flooding. This is one key issue which needs to be addressed,” she stressed.

You can view Ms. Beja’s recorded presentation through this link: https://www.facebook.com/DOST10Ph/videos/271812405263646 starting at 45:00:00 of the timeline mark

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de Oro Downtown Premier to join forces with the DENR for the Rivers for Life Cleanup at Bitan-ag Creek. Additionally, SM Prime will collaborate with the DENR at the agency's Central Office in Quezon City for the Environment for Life forum, where the property developer will share its proactive initiatives to protect, conserve, manage, restore, and regenerate the environment

DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

This DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE , made and executed in the City of Malaybalay, Province of Bukidnon, Philippines, on this __________, by and between:

HEIRS OF LAURO B. ALGURA namely: MILA ROSE D. ALGURA , of legal age, Filipino citizen, widow and with the residence at Licabang, Dumingag, Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines, LAURO D. ALGURA JR., (married) and FLPRA MAY D. ALGURA (single), of legal ages, Filipino citizens and with common residence at Sinangguyan, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, Philippines, hereto referred as “ HEIR-VENDOR/s ” and MARYCEL P. TARAY, of legal age, Filipino citizen, married to FERNANDO G. TARAY and with the residence at Sinangguyan, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, hereto referred as “ VENDEE .”

WITNESSETH; THAT

WHEREAS, LAURO B. ALGURA, Filipino Citizen, died intestate, leaving a certain parcel of land located in Sinangguyan, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, Philippines, covered by the KOT/OCT/ TCT No. P-73346 , more particularly described as follows:

“A PARCEL OF LAND Lot 220, CSD-10-012017, situated in the Sinangguyan, Municipality of Don Carlos, Province of Bukidnon, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-TWO (152) square, meters more or less. “

WHEREAS , the parties hereto, are the sole and only heirs of the decedents they being the legitimate heirs, of the deceased;

WHEREAS , there are no known debts or obligations due against the estate of the said decedents; and

WHEREAS , it is to the best interest of the parties hereto to settle and partition extra-judicially and adjudicate among themselves the above-described real property in the form and manner herein set forth;

NOW, THEREFORE , for and in consideration of the premises, and invoking the provisions of Section 1, Rule 74 of the Rules of Court of the Philippine Supreme Court, the parties hereto do, by these presents, agree to settle and partiti0n extra-judicially the above-described property and adjudicate the same among themselves in pro-indiviso equal shares subject however, to the liabilities imposed by Section 4, Rule 74 of the Rules of Court, in favor of any other possible heirs, creditors and other persons who might be deprived of their lawful participation in the estate of the decedent, for a period of two years.

WITNESSETH; FURTHER:

WHEREAS , the VENDEE has offered to buy and the HEIRS-VENDOR has agreed to sell the above-described parcel of land, for the consideration and terms and condition set forth herein below;

That, for and in consideration of the sum of SEVENTY THOPUSAND PESOS (P70,000.00) Philippine currency, the “HEIR-VENDOR ”, do hereby SELL, CEDE, TRANSFER and CONVEY , unto the “VENDEE”, her heirs, assigns and successors-in-interest, free of all liens and encumbrances of any kind whatsoever.

That we hereby affirm that we have executed the foregoing instrument out of our own voluntary free will without force, intimidation or violence upon our person and have no claim or demand against each other.

Is the subject of DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH DEED OF ABSOLUTE SALE , under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. WINCERBOGNE L. PESISANO , Notary Public per Doc No. 516; Page no. 105; Book No, LXXXVII; Series of 2023.

and natural resources of our country.

Marking World Oceans Day on June 8, Coastal Cleanups will be carried out at Manila Bay in collaboration with SM by the BAY, as well as in Zambales with SM City Olongapo Downtown and SM City Olongapo Central, and in Batangas with SM Center Lemery. The eventful week will culminate in a Coastal Cleanup with SM City Cebu on June 10, underscoring the ongoing commitment of SM Prime to environmental preservation.

Engr. Liza B. Silerio, SM Supermalls Vice President for Corporate Compliance and SM Cares Program Director for the Environment, expressed her enthusiasm for the robust partnership with DENR, stating, "We are proud to collaborate with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in this crucial

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

This, EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT , made end and entered into this __________ day in the City of Malaybalay, Province of Bukidnon, by and between:

We HEIRS OF THE LATE AUREA

SERBANO-BARUEL namely: JUANITO BARUEL (widow), TRINIDAD B. GABULE (married), SUFERINO S. BARUEL, (married), of legal ages, Filipinos and with the common residence and postal address at Poblacion, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines; and PELAGIA B. SUSUSCO (married), JUDITHA B. MARTHEL (married), ARMANDO S. BARUEL (married), ROSEMARIE

B. LOPEZ (married) and ROMEO S. BARUEL (married), represented by RICHIE C. BARUEL , of legal ages, Filipinos and with the common residence and postal address at Lumbo, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines, herein referred to as CO-HEIRS ; WITNESSETH, that:

WHEREAS, we are the sole heirs of the deceased AUREA SERBANOBARUEL , who died on May 19, 2018 at Cagayan de Oro City, respectively, Copy of their death certificate is hereto attached as Annex “A”;

WHEREAS, AUREA SERBANOBARUEL, died intestate, without Will or Testament, and without any outstanding debts in favor of any person or entity;

WHEREAS, AUREA SERBANOBARUEL, is the absolute and registered owner of the following parcels of land:

ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. P-2947

“A PARCEL OF LAND described as Lot 102, Pls-561 situated in Kalawkalaw, Municipality of Maramag, Province of Bukidnon, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of THIRTY-EIGHT THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE (38,325) square meters , more or less. “

ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. 2018000425

“A PARCEL OF LAND described as Plan RF-10-0000096, being identical to Lot 8731, CAD-791-D situated in Poblacion, Municipality of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of ONE HUNDRED FIVE (105) square meters, more or less. “

NOW THEREFORE , for and in consideration of the Provisions of Section 1, Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court of the Philippines, the parties hereto, do by these presents agree to an Extra-judicial Settlement.

Subject, however, to the liabilities imposed by section 4, Rule 74 of the said Rules of Court, in favor of any other possible heirs, creditors and other persons who might have been deprived of their lawful participation in the estate of the decedent for a period of two (2) years.

Is the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT , under the Notarial Registry of ATTY.

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NOTICE

NOTICE is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late TEODORO MOTRIL who died intestate on December 21, 2001 at Brgy. Crossing Rubber, Tupi, South Cotabato left an estate, particularly described as follows:

Lot 314, Ts-1005 (OCT TNo. P-26937)

“A parcel of land (Lot 314, Ts-1005) situated in the Barrio of Poblacion, Municipality of Tupi, South Cotabato. Bounded on the NE., along line 1-2 by Lot 305, Ts1005; on the SE., along line 2-3 by Lot 313, Ts-1005; on the SW., along line 3-4 by Road; on the NW., along line 4-1 by Lot 315, Ts-1005, containing an area of ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FORTY (1,940) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by the Original Certificate of Title No. P-26937 in the name of Teodoro Motril.”

Residential Building (Tax Dec. No. M-0100483)

“Residential Building erected on Lot 314, Ts-1005 covered under Tax Declaration No. M-0100483 declared in the name of Teodoro Motril.” is the subject of ExtraJudicial Settlement of Estate of the Deceased with Waiver of Rights, under the notarial registry of Atty. Xavier J. Bayan per Doc. No. 84, Page No. 17, Book No. XI, Series of 2023.

MDN: May 23, 30 & Jun 6, 2023

NOTICE

NOTICE is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late SPOUSES AGUSTINA DOTE JUAREZ who died last December 12, 2018 at Octavio Village, Cannery Site, Polomolok, South Cotabato and CONRADO S. JUAREZ who died last June 12, 2009 at Octavio Village, Cannery Site, Polomolok, left a certain properties, particularly described as follows:

“A parcel of land (Lot 34-B-9-C, Psd-11-049912) being a portion of Lot 34-B-9, Psd-11-030719, situated in the Barrio of Dole Cannery, Municipality of Polomolok, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of FOUR HUNDRED THIRTEEN (413) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-78621, together with residential building found thereon”, and

“A parcel of land Lot 265-B of the subdivision plan Psd-12-036920 being a portion of Lot 265, Pls214-D-16, situated in the Barangay of Talahik, Municipality of Surallah, Province of South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of THIRTY THOUSAND AND ONE (30,001) SQUARE METERS, more or less, covered by Transfer Certificate of Title No. T-17665”

is the subject of Deed of ExtraJudicial Partition of the Estate of the Late Spouses with Waiver of Rights, under the notarial registry of Atty. Ermando

Magalong per Doc. No. 405, Page No. 81, Book No. 237, Series of 2023.

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Republic of the Philippines Supreme Court

10th Judicial Region REGIONAL TRIAL COURT

Branch 4, Butuan City email: rtc2but004@judiciary.gov.ph / hotline: 0946-0307554

ROSALITA T. TORDOS-GODBEY, Petitioner/s, SP PROC NO. SP2023-0018

-versus-

For: Judicial Recognition and/or Enforcement of a Foreign THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF Judgment BUTUAN CITY, AGUSAN DEL NORTE, and THE CIVIL REGISTRAR GENERAL OF THE PHILIPPINE STATISTICS AUTHORITY (PSA), Respondent/s. x-----------------------------------------------/

ORDER

Raffled to this Court is a Petition for Recognition of Foreign Divorce. The subject divorce decree was issued by the Government of the State of Iowa, United States of America on 29 August 2014. 1 The petition alleges that:

1. Petitioner Rosalita T. Tordos-Godbey is a Filipino citizen, of legal age, and a resident of Dalao-an, Barangay Rizal, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, Philippines;

2. Petitioner Tordos-Godbey and Roger Godbey, a U.S. National, were married in Butuan City, Agusan del Norte, Philippines on 13 November 2009. 2 The marriage celebrated in Butuan City is valid under the laws of the State of Iowa, United States of America;

3. Due to the serious problems plaguing their marriage, Roger Godbey filed for Dissolution of Marriage against Petitioner Tordos-Godbey in the Iowa District Court in and for Linn County, United States of America;

4. Petitioner Tordos-Godbey and Roger Godbey were divorced on 29 August 2014.

Petitioner Tordos-Godbey thus prayed that judgment be rendered recognizing the foreign divorce decree in this jurisdiction. In support of her petition, Petitioner Tordos-Godbey submits the following documentary evidence:

1. Records, Authenticated Decree of Dissolution of Marriage, Annex “B”.

2. Ibid., Certificate of Marriage, Annex “A”.

Annex “A” Certificate of Marriage

Annex “B”

Annex “C”

Authenticated Decree of Dissolution of Marriage

Authenticated Laws of Dissolution of Marriage and Domestic Relations, Chapter 598

Annex “D” Passport Annex “E” Barangay Certificate

Finding the petition to be sufficient in form and substance, the court gives due course to the petition and sets it for hearing on 07 August 2023 at 02:00 o’clock in the afternoon at which place, date and time, any person who may have interest in the petition may oppose the same.

Let a copy of this Order be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, pursuant to Rule 108 of the Rules of Court.

Furthermore, let copies of this Order together with the petition and its annexes be furnished to the Office of the Solicitor General, Office of the City Prosecutor, Office of the Local Civil Registrar of Butuan City, and Office of the Civil Registrar General, for their comment or opposition, which must be filed within fifteen (15) days from receipt hereof.

Likewise, let a copy of this Order together with the petition and its annexes be served upon the respondent at his last known address through registered mail.

Lastly, let a copy of this Order be posted on the bulletin boards of the following places:

1. City Hall, Butuan City;

2. Butuan City Post Office;

3. Provincial Capitol; and

4. Hall of Justice, Butuan City.

SO ORDERED. Butuan City, Philippines, 08 May 2023.

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nothing happened because of the powerful LGU. NCIP has been well informed of this violation of our water rights, yet, nothing has been done by this office. In San Fernando, Bukidnon, Bae Leah had fought against the violation of her tribe’s water rights but was shot to death in 2019. Again, where is NCIP?

“What is so horrible is the ejection of some one hundred families of the Talaandig Tribal Community from their more or less 73-ha. ancestral domain at Sitio Gabunan, Barangay Lapok, Talakag about two years ago. They are now living in extreme poverty and hunger as they have been ousted from their ancestral domain by a powerful alleged “buyer” a certain Mr. Jerry Martin Tamsi who together with the Policemen forcibly drove the IP families in sometime in the latter part of 2021out from their land using backhoes to dismantle their homes and destroyed their crops. When they stood-up for their rights, no less than their chieftain, Datu Junard Enecito known as Datu Ladlaran, has been declared “persona-non-grata” signed by no less than the LGU officials headed by the Mayor Vergito O. Factura himself. In that declaration, even the “seven tribes of Bukidnon,” have been declared “persona-non grata.” Has the NCIP been informed of such “Persona-Non-Grata” declaration? If so, has it given its consent? We believe that no less than the NCIP has the knowledge on the legitimacy of the 7-tribes of Bukidnon led by no less than Datu Migketay Vic Saway who before was the IP representative to the United Nations.

“ Now we ask, why use force to oust the poor IP families? If in fact, the 73 hectares have been a subject of the buy and sell transaction which is against the IPRA law as ancestral domain cannot just be a subject of “buy and sell” dealing. Is there any order of eviction?

Can the buyer show any title issued in his name? None. In fact, the IPs ownership is well guaranteed by a Certificate of Land Title as the area is part of the CADT issued to Milalitra. Question: How come the military and the Police sided with the buyer using force to evict them without following due process of law? It was the force of “money” and influence by a powerful buyer whom we heard did buy the land for two million pesos, ousting the IPs without any title! NCIP, where are you?

“All told, NCIP, please be informed that glaringly, indigenous lands have become battlegrounds of conflict against powerful forces that aim to grab our lands and resources to advance political and economic interest in support of agenda that is driven by corporate greed. Dispossession and displacement of IP communities from our ancestral lands continue unabated despite the recognition of IP rights by the IPRA Law as well as International Human Rights Laws. Ah, we believe that truism is very glaring.

Why has NCIP allowed these painful realities to continue all these years? Apparently, thousands of hectares of the IPs’ ancestral domain are now being transformed into massive plantations through corporate globalization in cohort with powers-that-be.

“Please be informed that the Indigenous Peoples are not disposable wastes. KAMI PO

AY TAO AT HINDI BASURA. Indeed, all these years, we have been treated as disposable waste. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. We are human beings with dignity made in the image and likeness of MAGBABAYA. WE WILL STAND FOR OUR RIGHTS TO MAKE LIFE BETTER ESPCIALLY TO OUR CHILDREN NO MATTER WHAT. Indeed, there is no greater love there is than those of our brethren who have willingly given up their lives to protect our human rights and maintain our dignity!

“NCIP, please be informed that the violations of our human rights are continuing without let-up, manifesting the painful truism that the enrichment of the rich by acquiring our lands means our own dispossession. Land, water, forests and natural resources called commons are our economic assets which for thousands of years we have been using in the spirit of sharing and service to one another as the IP culture has given high adherence to the sacredness of nature. Now that the IP rights are being violated which are well protected by the IPRA which created NCIP to be our vanguard, you have miserably failed to do your mandate as the IPs now are the poorest and the most oppressed. Out ancestral domain has been converted into massive plantations to serve the consumerist lifestyle of the people in advanced countries while we cannot even have enough staples, i.e. rice and milk, for our people. We are now forging our unity and with all the ecological movement to oppose the destruction of the vital commons which are essential to our survival. Without water, fertile land and crops genetic diversity aptly known as “commons,” economic development for us will become impossible. There is now the continuing exclusion of these commons at the expense of the Indigenous Peoples who are now living in extreme poverty and are now the most oppressed!

“We have now collectively come together to harness our collective power as one Indigenous Peoples to fight for our rights. Because you NCIP HAS NOT DONE YOUR MANDATE, YOU BETTER BE CLOSED! THAT IS NOW OUR ADVOCACY. The time has come to rectify a glaring SOCIAL WRONG - NCIP IS AN INUTILE OFFICE THAT HAS CONNIVED WITH THE RICH AND POWERFUL TO PRIVATIZE THE COMMONS! WE WILL NOT STOP TO RECTIFY SOCIAL WRONGS TO LIBERATE OUR

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TECT THE RIGHTS OF THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES YET HAS REMAINED INUTILE AT SO MUCH EXPENSE TO THE FILIPINO PEOPLE! WE ARE THEREFORE VEHEMENTLY CONDEMNING SUCH GROSS NEGLIGENCE AND ARE CALLING FOR A REVIEW OF THE IPRA LAW! We now call on all the 17 million Indigenous Peoples in the country to fight for what is right, what is true and what is just to liberate the Indigenous Peoples from the quagmire of poverty and massive oppressive!

“FOR THIS NOBLE CAUSE, WE ARE SERVING NOTICE TO ONE AND ALL THAT WE HAVE AWAKENED AND WILL NOT ALLOW ANYMORE THIS GREAT SOCIAL INJUSTICE TO CONTINUE. INDEED, LET JUSTICE BE DONE TILL HEAVEN FALL. WITH OUR FIRM COMMITMENT, WE ATTACH OUR SIGNATURES.” The Declaration was signed by thousands of Ips throughout Mindanao.

Water...

a supplier in Opol than do it themselves.

Even the pool water sourced from the deep well required more preliminary treatment since it did not meet standards for turbidity. This initial processing was done in a settling tank built from a 40-ft container van where dispersed solids were allowed to settle by chemical process and the sediment was removed by a filter pump using diatomaceous earth, chlorine and muriatic acid to balance the pH.

This pre-treated water is then distributed to the machine rooms for another round of filtration via several sand filters. All pools within the park have separate machine rooms with huge sand filtration systems (1,800 liters) and chemical injection pumps.

Water Quality Issues

But this system proved too costly to maintain since the pumps had to be operated 24/7 resulting in an average monthly electric bill of P1.6M for operating the resort’s 50 pumps. Even the preliminary process of pre-treatment of raw deep well water added labor, electricity and chemical costs.

use of water and we are the first waterpark in the country to use it as our primary filtration unit. It is also fully automated with programmable logic controllers (PLC) compared to the sand filters which require a lot of manual labor,” he added. “Another bonus is the lesser sedimentation, requiring less vacuuming and clean up, further reducing our labor costs.”

By installing inverter variable frequency drives on each of the resort’s 50 motors, they are now able to adjust the pressure using computers which resulted in an almost 50 percent savings over their previous electric bill.

A state-of-the-art Ozonizer system has also been installed along with a UV Ultraviolet system which has improved water quality, eliminated viral and bacterial contaminants, resulting in clearer water and reducing dependence on chlorine and muriatic acid to balance the PH of the pool water.

“We expect to replace most of the sand filters in the Wave pool and Kiddie Pool using Perlite Media filtration systems and install more UV treatment in our piping system,” Mr. Paras said.

blow air through dissipators at the bottom of the mixing tank.

This induces bacterial action in the tanks by injecting beneficial bacteria which when oxygenated, processes the waste, after which the solids are collected in a series of tanks before the treated effluent exits to the drain.

“We are now able to comply with the standards required by EMB despite our big biological load,” Mr. Paras admits. “In almost six years of our existence, we have not received a single complaint about the quality of our pool water which you can now literally drink because of the way with which we process it.”

in technology to ensure compliance with the strict global standards for water safety of the waterpark industry.”

The waterpark treats its water on a 24-hour basis which enables it to reduce, reuse and recycle it without any discharge to the environment except for its backwash and evaporation loss.

Water Challenge

Initially, the park used sand filters to process every six hours the waters mainly from its Dual Wave Pool and Lazy River which have a combined volume of 3.3 million liters or 3, 300 cubic meters.

However, it had to build a 66 meter (200 feet) deep well some 500 meters from the shoreline after the limited water supply from the Cagayan de Oro City Water District (COWD) was swallowed up by the increasing population of Bgy. Barra.

Since the brackish water from the deep well was less than ideal due to salinity and detected coliform count, slight tint and turbidity, the resort had to install sand filters and chlorinate for preliminary filtration of bigger suspended solids.

The raw water was pumped up to two 5,000 liter water tanks for storage and distribution initially to two lines: one for in house treated potable water for the kitchens, washrooms and drinking fountains; and another for raw untreated water distributed to various pools and buildings for utility and various toilet facilities.

However, this process proved too costly for the resort’s potable water needs, and Mr. Paras admits they would rather buy bulk treated water which meets the standards from

Aside from the expensive power bill, the frequent backwashing (every other day) of the sand filters resulted in significant water loss and the increased use of chemicals to sanitize and clean the pool waters.

Algae would form when chlorine levels were not maintained, along with pool sedimentation and water turbidity.

Worse, the sand filters frequently broke down due to high pressure generated by pumps resulting in delamination and leaking of fiberglass vessels.

“Since we are now totally dependent on our brackish well water, our operating costs increased,” Mr. Paras observed.

Innovative solutions

To address this myriad of issues, the resort installed a ‘proof-of-concept’ solution with a Regenerative Media filter using Perlite Media capable of filtering solids up to 1 micron in size, compared to the 5-10 microns for sand filters. Fully natural, lightweight and chemically inert, perlite filter media offers a high performance, yet cost effective, method for the removal of microbes, bacteria, and suspended solids.

“The Perlite filter we installed as a proof of concept for improving the water quality of the Lazy River has been working for almost eight (8) months now with minimal maintenance, decreased water wasted by backwashing by 75%, lowered power usage by 10-20%, and more significantly, reduced chemicals used by 50% (for solid/liquid chlorine & muriatic acid), aside from decreasing the space previously occupied by our sand filters,” Mr. Paras said.

“It is very efficient in the

“With this, the resort expects to reduce the usage of deep well water and use its potable water supply when available, for the kitchen and cooking needs of its commissary and restaurants. More importantly, our guests can now enjoy cleaner, clearer and safer pool water for a happy, stress-free experience.”

Waste Water Treatment System

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Aside from the Perlite/UV and Ozonizer System to address its water quality issues, the resort is now using an MBBR (Moving Bed BioReactor) Sewage Treatment in two locations inside the waterpark.

MBBR plastic media is used in the sewage tanks to oxygenate the septage which is pumped from different septic tanks within the park. Each sewage treatment plant (STP) building uses a 2HP Roots Blower to

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ences “collectively worked in solidarity with fellow academics, community leaders, and knowledge bearers in Mindanao to contribute to the broader endeavors of addressing historical issues of marginality, inequality, injustices, and neglect confronting the area.” (MindaNews)

Developing Reading Power Through Reading Dialogues

By: CECILLE JOY G. DOCDOCIL Teacher I Aglayan Central School

Reading through dialogues is a form of shared oral reading strategy that allows teachers to maximize power in reading with their learners. It Highlights oral exchanges between teachers and learners rather than the one that is common in which teachers are reading the story out loud to learners who are listening and sitting quietly. In other words, teachers and learners tend to switch roles. Learners act as storytellers rather a mere listener. Their conversation includes defining new vocabulary, improving verbal fluency, introducing story components, and developing narrative skills. Additionally, it is based on encouraging learner’s participation, providing feedback, and adjusting verbal interactions based on learner’s ability.

When teachers correctly plan and perform reading through dialogues, studies found out that it can be predominantly effectual at refining reading skills such as print awareness, oral language, and comprehension. Most significantly, it aids teachers how good learners think about the text

as they are reading it. The advantages of reading through dialogues are not just for children who are beginning to read. Studies shown that it extended to other ages and to general population including challenged readers, and even learners with special educational needs.

Teaching children to read at an early age is not a struggle when learners are not disturbed by the processes done by the teacher. They often enjoy the stories they are reading and gain confidence because they are actually involved in the telling of the story. To stimulate learners to enjoy reading, the key element is to boost their confidence. Reading is actually an activity that is full of fun, but many of our learners still struggle. Increasing power of reading through reading dialogues should be fun-filled as possible. Most of the time, this reading activity works best to everybody since learners do not actually feel the pressure that they are being taught a skill. They are fully engrossed by the activities and questions during the

Regenerative Perlite Media Filter

Ozonizer

Municipality of Pagayawan, Lanao del Sur

HON. KHALIDA D. POLAO-SANGUILA Municipal Mayor

INTRODUCTION

The Municipality of Pagayawan belong to a competitive Local Government in the Province of Lanao del Sur also one of the three (3) Municipality that belong to ECO-TOURISM with the presence of the twin Mount Baya and a Agri-Tourism Municipality with its various Agri-Business sectors, road infrastructure has been continuously improving its network system to ensure its progress. the Municipality of Pagayawan become a strategic economic hub of Lanao del Sur next to other Municipality with its various area of developments while maintaining a balance ecology having a beautiful landscape sceneries which attracts investors and tourists alike.

HISTORY

2.1 Historical Background

A. Brief History

The place was originally known as Tatarikun, named memory of the late Maradja Tatarikun, a Malayan Leader and head of a federation of families who migrated into the areas. Its new named Pagayawan, which means “rainbow”, came after God’s miracles. According to the oral history of the Municipality, a brave young prince from the place named Arobero subdued a very ferocious Tamaraw in the territory of Sultan Dimasangkay Adel along the Pulangi River (also known as the Rio Grande River) in Maguinadao area. Arobero was the special guest of the Sultan in the third anniversary celebration of his enthronement.

It was said that the animal saw a rainbow in the top of the prince shoulders while his standing and voluntary subjected itself to the prince. The Tamaraw followed the prince who presented it before the Sultan. From that time on the tamaraw never made any more attacks to the community for it has disappeared from the place.

B. Political Origin

Tatarikun was renamed as Pagayawan (rainbow) under Republic Act No. 3624 on June 22, 1963 through Executive Order No. 42. Pagayawan became a regular Municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur and celebrated its Annual “ARAW NG PAGAYAWAN” every month of June.

Pagayawan is classified as a fifth class Municipality which belongs to the second Congressional District of Lanao del Sur. The Municipality comprises of eighteen (18) Barangays.

VISION, MISSION AND GOALS

As a chartered Municipality, the Municipality of Pagayawan pursues its vision mission and goals that follow:

VISION

To create a tourist and business friendly environment by sustainably managing the town resources and heritage while promoting peace, good health and prosperity.

MISSION

A peaceful and growing agriecotourism and trading town with empowered people who nurture their heritage and sustainability manage their resources through shared and service-oriented governance.

GEO-PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Location and Total Land Area

The Municipality of Pagayawan is an upland community with an area of 43, 100 hectares. It lies about 124 15’ 00” longitude and about 7 45’ 00” latitude. It is around 42 kilometers from the Islamic city of Marawi. It is bounded on the north by the Municipality of Ganassi, on the east by the Municipalities of Binidayan and Tubaran, on the west by the Municipalities of Pualas and Calanogas, and on the south by the Municipalities of Marogong and Malabang.

MUNICIPAL MAP

POPULATION AND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE

Population Density

In the 2015 PSA Census of Population, the total population of the Municipality of Pagayawan is 13, 139, which comprises of 2, 183 households. Out of the total population, 51% or 5,788 are Males and 5,561 or 49% are Females. Below is the population distribution among the 18 barangays in the Municipality.

“DIBARUSAN”

IT IS A TRADITIONAL MAGICAL STONE HEAD WHERE THE TWO ROYAL SULTANATE OF THE “SUDUPAN A UNAYAN” PARTICULARLY THE MUNICIPALITY OF PAGAYAWAN AND MUNICIPALITY OF BAYANG PROCLAIMED ITS “CALIPHA” THE SULTAN AND BAE A LABI OF THE SAID MUNICIPALITIES DURING ITS ENTHRONEMENT CEREMONY. IT IS ALSO SAID THAT IF FAILED TO TAKE A SEAT IN THIS MAGICAL STONE HEAD THEN YOU WILL NEVER CONSIDERED AS ONE OF THE SULTAN OR BAE A LABI IN BOTH MUNICIPALITIES.

MUNICIPAL HALL COMPLEX, PAGAYAWAN, LANAO DEL SUR, BARMM SITIO AMBARI, BRGY. NGINGIR, PAGAYAWAN, LDS, BARMM

ETHNICITY

The behavioral policy and genealogical heredity of the people living in the community is a trademark of being a Maranaw.

M’ranao behavioural policy on Taritib and Igma is applied in all undertakings in the society especially during Intermarriage ceremonies of families and clans within the locality.

LANGUAGE SPOKEN

Majority of the residents living in the Municipality are Maranaw. The dialect spoken by the constituents is Maranaw vernacular. Majority of the populace being educated and exposed in the different cities and places within the Philippines can speak in Tagalog, Bisaya, English and even Arabic since there are Madrasah or Arabic Schools in the community that

teach Arabic as language hence Islamic faith is spoken in Arabic.

RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION

Most of the M’ranao’s practice and believe in Islam. People living in the area are mostly Muslims, followers of Islam religion. Islam is considered as the fast-growing religion in the world. It is believed that the religion was brought in Lanao by Sharief Kabunsuan who was an Arab missionary. Knowing that their ancestor was a Muslim, M’ranao population practice what is reflected in the Holy Qur-an and among these are the Five (5) Pillars of Islam: 1. Believing that there is no GOD except ALLAH and Mohammad is his last messenger 2. Giving Zakat 3. Giving alms to the poor 4. Fasting in the month of Ramadhan; and 5. Pilgrimage in the Holy land of Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

MASJED AMBARI SITIO AMBARI, BRGY. NGINGIR, PAGAYAWAN, LDS, BARMM

MASJED BUBONG SITIO BUBONG, BRGY. NGINGIR, PAGAYAWAN, LDS, BARMM

KABOBOLUDTUA (RAINBOW) FALLS SITIO DILASUN, BRGY. NGINGIR, PAGAYAWAN, LDS, BARMM