Tuesday, February 18, 2025

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PNP-10 deploys 13,414 checkpoints as COMELEC rallies government support

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (February 11, 2025) — As the 2025 national and local elections approach, the Philippine National Police Regional Office (PNP-PRO)-10 has deployed 13,414 checkpoints across northern Mindanao to ensure a secure and orderly election period. This extensive operation is part of a coordinated effort with the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)-10, which has mobilized various government agencies to uphold the integrity of the electoral process

“The Police Regional Office-10 conducted threat and risk assessments for COMELEC officials to ensure their security during the 2025 election period and prevent violence targeting election officers. Out of 99 election officers in Region 10, 96 were assessed as having no threat, including the Regional Elections Director,” said PCol. Reynante Reyes, chief of the Regional Operations Division.
He added that PNP-10 has also conducted a one-day checkpoint seminar to train personnel on proper procedures for election-related checkpoints, focusing on gun bans, enforcement, and inter-agency coordination.
“To enhance security, our Police Regional Office implemented fragmented and overlapping checkpoints, making it difficult for individuals with illicit intentions to predict locations or times. These unpredictable tactics discourage dangerous and unlawful activities, encouraging stricter adherence to election laws,” Reyes said.
At the checkpoints, PNP-10 confiscated 28 firearms, 25 small arms, three light weapons, other ammunition, and arrested 29 violators. This operation was conducted in collaboration with the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine Coast Guard, local traffic management units, the Highway Patrol Group, and the Land Transportation Office.
He also noted that the crime environment in Region 10 has seen significant improvements, with a 37.31 percent drop in index crimes and a 10.34 percent reduction in non-index crimes compared to previous years. Reyes attributed these achievements to aggressive law enforcement, community engagement, and strategic interventions targeting high-risk areas such as Iligan City and Cagayan de Oro City.

COMELEC’s call for a whole-of-nation approach
Misamis Occidental Election Officer Lawyer Rowell Valledor emphasized the importance of a whole-nation approach to election security. He stated that COMELEC directives take precedence over other government orders, particularly regarding personnel movements, to ensure fair and transparent operations.
Valledor also highlighted the role of law enforcement in maintaining peace, enforcing the gun ban, and preventing armed individuals from approaching polling centers. “There is an absolute prohibition within a 50-meter radius of the polling place. Both state and non-state armed actors, whether affiliated with the government or not, are prohibited from being within this radius,” he explained.
To curb election-related offenses, Valledor mentioned that COMELEC has partnered with the National Bureau of Investigation, the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government. These agencies will closely monitor threats, vote-buying, and misinformation campaigns related to the elections.
The PNP and NBI cybersecurity units have established a special online campaign monitoring committee to combat false information related to the elections. “At least there is this new committee because many of us are spending time at home or online, and the information we receive may not be accurate. This committee will regulate misinformation and hold accountable those who unfairly campaign during the upcoming elections,” Valledor said.
As the May 12, 2025 elections approach, government agencies are continuing to collaborate to uphold democracy. Valledor compared this collective effort to NASA’s historic moon landing mission, emphasizing that every individual—from security forces to election officers—plays a vital role in ensuring a free, fair, and peaceful election. (Recthie T. Paculba/PIA-10)

Northern Mindanao RDC members, solons review FY 2026 regional budget proposals

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Members of the Regional Development Council (RDC) and Northern Mindanao Congresspersons scrutinized the proposed regional budget of P416.04 billion for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. The proposal includes 46 agency regional offices, government-owned and controlled corporations, and 11 state universities and colleges.
During the Joint RDC-X Full Council and Advisory Committee Meeting on February 6, 2025, at the Chali Resort and Conference Center, the proposed budgets were endorsed to the agency central offices (ACOs) and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for inclusion in the FY 2026 National Expenditure Program, subject to modifications requested by the congresspersons and RDC-X members.
The Infrastructure and Utilities Development Sector holds the largest share of the regional budget proposal at P224.69 billion (54%), with 95.05 percent allocated to the Department of Public Works and Highways-X for national road and flood control projects.
The Social Development Sector follows with P146.59 billion (35.20%), of which 45 percent is designated for the Department of Education-X to enhance basic education services and improve lifelong learning.
The Economic Development Sector has a proposed budget of P38.72 billion (9.31%), with 84.27 percent primarily allocated for farm-to-market road projects under the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10.
Lastly, the Macro and Development Administration Sector proposes P6.03 billion (1.45%) for various catalytic infrastructure projects, including police stations and army camp development.
The final budget proposals, incorporating the comments, recommendations, and requested augmentations from congresspersons and RDC-X members, will be submitted—along with the RDC-X endorsement—to the relevant ACOs and the DBM in March 2025.
“These budget proposals are more than just numbers; they reflect our priorities, the needs of our communities, and our collective vision for Northern Mindanao’s growth and progress,” said Imelda Quibranza-Dimaporo, RDC-X Chairperson and Lanao del Norte Provincial Governor.
The regional budget preparation process began with the Regional Budget Forum on January 8, 2025, followed by handholding activities, stakeholder consultations, and sectoral committee meetings, concluding on February 4, 2025.
“We are fortunate to have with us the esteemed members of our Advisory Committee, particularly our Region X Congresspersons, who play a crucial role in ensuring that the budget proposals we endorse today are effectively advocated in Congress and eventually in the Senate,” added Dimaporo.
The meeting was co-convened by Rufus B. Rodriguez, Representative of Cagayan de Oro’s 2nd Congressional District.
The FY 2026 budget proposal represents a 321 percent increase compared to the FY 2025 GAA-approved budget, highlighting the region’s intensified funding needs for social, macro administration, economic, and infrastructure development priorities. (NEDA-X/PIA-10)

PNP IAS chief visits Bukidnon to honor police service, strengthen integrity

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MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon – Inspector General of the Philippine National Police Internal Affairs Service (IAS) Brigido De Jesus Dulay visited Bukidnon on January 20 to acknowledge the dedication and sacrifices of the local police force while emphasizing the importance of integrity in public service

During his first command visit and inspection at Camp Captain Ramon Onahon, Provincial Director Colonel Jovit L. Culaway and the Bukidnon police hosted a welcome ceremony for the PNP IAS chief from the national headquarters in Camp Crame, Quezon City.

The Bukidnon Police Provincial Office (BukPPO) honored Dulay with an arrival ceremony at the camp’s Grandstand, demonstrating solidarity and readiness for the inspection and audit.

In his speech, Dulay expressed heartfelt gratitude for the dedication and commitment of the country’s police officers.

“I recognize the weight of your responsibilities, the sacrifices you endure, and the risks you face daily. Your work requires courage, resilience, and heart. For this, I extend my respect and gratitude. Thank you for your service and sacrifices for the nation,” he said.

He emphasized the core values that every officer must uphold—integrity, accountability, commitment, and fairness—stressing that these principles are essential for building public trust and ensuring high-quality police service.

“Policing is more than a job; it is a calling with the highest expectations. Let us fulfill these for ourselves, those we serve, the families who depend on us, and the nation we have pledged to protect,” Dulay reminded the officers.

The visit allowed PNP Bukidnon to engage directly with the IAS Chief, reinforcing their commitment to integrity, accountability, and community trust while demonstrating the government’s efforts to enhance PNP professionalism under the vision “Sa Bagong Pilipinas, Ang Gusto ng Pulis Ligtas Ka.” (Jessa M. Cleopas/PIA-10/Bukidnon)

Reward gitanyag sa makatudlo sa lain pang responsable sa paglugos-patay sa 5-anyos nga batang babaye sa Valencia

Posted on by Melchor Madera

Ang Bukidnon Police Provincial Office (BPPO) nagtanyag og P50,000.00 nga reward sa makatudlo sa lain pang person-of-interest sa paglugos-patay sa 5-anyos nga batang babaye sa Valencia City

Ang kasayoran gipaskil sa Facebook page sa Valencia City Police Station (VCPS).


Ang patay’ng lawas sa biktima nakaplagan sa katubhan likod sa Robinson Place Valencia nga nahimutang sa Purok 17, Barangay Bagontaas, Valencia City, Bukidnon niadtong Enero 11, 2025.


Isa ka 30-anyos nga person-of-interest sa kaso, si Marlon Pantonial, taga Barangay Banlag, Valencia City, ang nasikop sa kapolisan.


Gikatahong nangilog kini og armas sa pulis sa Valencia ug nagpusil sa liog sulod sa VCPS.


Ang suspek dali nga gidala sa Polymedic Hospital apan gideklara kining dead on arrival sa doktor nga niatiman kaniya.


Taliwala niini, ang pamunoan sa kapolisan nagtuo nga dili nag-inusara ang namatay nga suspek sa krimen, hinungdan gitanyag ang cash reward.


Kung kinsa man ang adunay kasayuran o impormasyon, mamahimong magtext o mutawag sa VCPS sa ilang Hotline #s: 09171180210 / 09177189191. (melbmadera)

Drug suspek, 2 nga nag-pot session nakorner sa Manolo Fortich

Posted on by Diego M. Hidalgo

Isa ka drug suspek ang nakorner sa buy-bust operation ug aktong nasapnan ang duha ka mga kauban niini nga nag-pot session sa Purok Upper Pol-oton, Brgy. Tankulan, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, buntag sa Enero 6, 2025

Sumala sa report sa kapolisan, ang unang suspek nga nasikop nisulay pa sa pagsibat apan nasugpo ra sa kapolisan.


Pagkahuman niini, nadiskubrehan sa kapolisan sulod sa establishment ang duha ka mga kauban sa suspek nga nag-pot session.


Nasakmit sa kapolisan ang Php 16,932.00 nga kantidad sa gidudahang shabu lakip ang drug paraphernalia gikan sa mga suspek.


Kasong paglapas sa RA 9165, o Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, ang giandam batok sa mga dinakpan nga suspek.


Gidala sa Regional Forensic Unit ang mga nakumpiskang droga para sa qualitative ug quantitative examinations. (Diego M. Hidalgo)

Drug suspek nakigpinusilay sa kapolisan sa Maramag

Posted on by Diego M. Hidalgo

Nakigpinusilay ang usa ka drug suspect sa kapolisan atol sa buy-bust operation nga nahitabo sa Purok 4B, Sitio San Carlos, Brgy. Kuya, Maramag, Bukidnon, hapon sa Enero 7, 2025

Sumala sa report sa kapolisan, atol sa operasyon, ang lalaking suspek nga giila nga 40-anyos, minyo, mag-uuma ug residente sa Purok 4B, Sitio San Carlos, Kuya, Maramag, Bukidnon nakabantay nga nakig-atubang siya sa usa ka pulis, hinungdan nga nibunot siya sa iyang mubo nga armas ug nipusil sa pulis. Kini nagresulta sa pag-bawos sa back-up arresting officer, nga nipusil balik ngadto sa suspek. Maayo nalang kay wa maunsa ang suspek ug ang poseur buyer.


Ang suspek mitahan sa iyang kaugalingon ug nasikop usab ang iyang kauban nga 37-anyos nga babaye, minyo, walay trabaho, ug residente sa Purok 4B, Sitio San Carlos, Kuya.


Nikabat sa Php 88,400.00 ang balor sa nasakmit nga gidudahang shabu gikan sa mga suspek.


Nasakmit sab gikan sa lalaking suspek ang usa ka kalibre .45 Colt pistol nga adunay magazine assembly nga kargado sa tulo ka bala ug laing isa pa ka magazine sa maong armas.


Ang mga dinakpan nga suspek, uban sa mga nasakmit ug nakumpiskang ebidensiya ug mga narekober nga fired cartridges, gidala sa Maramag MPS alang sa dokumentasyon ug saktong disposisyon.


Samtang ang mga ebidensiya sa droga ug mga armas nga nakumpiska itugyan ngadto sa Provincial Forensic Unit alang sa eksaminasyon.


Kasong kalapasan sa RA 9165 ug RA 10591 ang giandam alang sa inquest proceedings sa mga suspek.
Ang hiniusang puwersa sa kapolisan, gilangkoban sa mga yunit gikan sa Maramag Municipal Police Station ug Bukidnon 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Company. (Diego M. Hidalgo)

36 Ex-NPA Rebels Surrender in Bukidnon

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MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — Thirty-six former New People’s Army (NPA) leaders and combatants recently surrendered to the Philippine Army’s 403rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. They were presented to the Bukidnon provincial government on January 10 at Camp Osito Bahian, Malaybalay City

The surrenderees turned over 55 high-powered firearms, including an M-60 machine gun, and pledged allegiance to the government.


Brigadier General Michele Anayron Jr., commander of the 403rd Brigade, expressed gratitude to the former rebels, calling their surrender a significant step towards peace and stability in Northern Mindanao.

“Akong pagpasalamat sa atong mga sundalo, pulis, local government units, civil society organizations, ug concerned citizens for participating in the ELCAC campaign. Kini nga kampanya involves municipal, provincial, and line agencies. Naa sila gatabang sa ato pinaagi sa paghatag sa support services sama sa livelihood assistance, skills training, ug uban pa, aron masulbad ang insurgency problem sa nasud labi na dinhi sa atong probinsya sa Bukidnon,” he said.


(I thanked the military, police, local government units, civil society organizations, and concerned citizens. They help provide support services, such as livelihood assistance and skills training, to address the insurgency problem in the country, especially here in Bukidnon.)


He urged remaining insurgents to surrender and embrace peace.


Arnel Arcaya, alias Sky, a former NPA leader, shared his difficult experiences within the rebel group and thanked the government for supporting his reintegration into society.


In a press conference, Arcaya expressed his desire to leave his past behind and start anew, inspired by the government’s reintegration efforts.


The military credited Cong. Jonathan Keith T. Flores of the 2nd Congressional District for facilitating the surrender of former NPA leaders, highlighting the success of the whole-of-nation approach.


Cong. Flores emphasized the importance of inter-agency cooperation in defeating insurgency and thanked the surrendered NPA members for rejoining society.


“The presence of government agencies in the mountains, delivering essential services to marginalized communities, has encouraged many to return to peaceful lives,” he said. (Bernadith G. Epan/PIA 10-Bukidnon)

DAR-10 distributes over 320,000 hectares to ARBs, showcases agrarian reform milestones

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MISAMIS ORIENTAL (December 29, 2024) – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) 10 highlighted significant accomplishments in its key programs, reaffirming its commitment to improving the lives of agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs)

In Kapihan sa PIA, DAR-10 Regional Director Zoraida Macadindang underscored the positive impact of their programs and projects on agrarian reform beneficiaries.
“Dako na kaayo ang among nahimo for this year 2024, nadugangan ang among accomplishments in terms of cumulative and na-implement na namo ug nakapanghatag nami sa certificate of condonation with release of real estate mortgage, naka-produce ug thousands of e-titles pinaagi sa SPLIT project, ug daghan ta napanghatag nga CLOAs,” Macadindang said.
(This year, 2024, we achieved significant milestones, including distributing certificates of condonation with real estate mortgage releases, producing thousands of e-titles through the SPLIT project, and issuing numerous CLOAs.)
As of November 2024, Macadindang reported a 97.28 percent completion of the Land Tenure Improvement Program (LTIP), distributing 320,993 hectares to 187,723 ARBs. The region also achieved 136,105 hectares in leasehold agreements, benefiting 51,300 leaseholders.
Under Republic Act No. 11953, the New Agrarian Emancipation Act, 6,538 Certificates of Condonation with Mortgage Releases were issued to ARBs, covering 8,219 hectares, mostly in Bukidnon. Additionally, the agency distributed 2,441 e-titles, converting 364 collective CLOAs into individual titles for 1,984 beneficiaries across 2,816 hectares.
Under the Agrarian Justice Delivery Program, DAR-10 has resolved 1,823 judicial cases, 28,074 quasi-judicial cases, and 54,567 Agrarian Law Implementation (ALI) cases, ensuring secure, sustainable land ownership for ARBs while effectively resolving disputes.
Macadindang attributed the region’s positive results to the efficiency of their skilled adjudicators.
She emphasized that they maintained a zero-case backlog, earning a Hall of Fame award from the DAR Central Office.
“We are closely monitored for case aging to ensure timely resolution. Cases are resolved promptly upon meeting all requirements,” she added.
Meanwhile, the Agrarian Reform Beneficiary Development Sustainability Program (ARBDSP) supports 504 active Agrarian Reform Beneficiary Organizations (ARBOs) across 176 agrarian reform communities (ARCs), benefiting a total of 239,446 ARBs.
To empower ARBs further, 26 ongoing agrarian reform projects worth P376 million are being implemented. Six more projects, valued at P150.5 million, are set to begin, while 440 proposed projects totaling P27.6 billion await approval. The total investment in these projects exceeds P28.15 billion, with Bukidnon receiving the largest share.
These achievements demonstrate DAR’s commitment to advancing its programs, providing ARBs in Northern Mindanao with improved economic opportunities and quality of life. DAR encourages those interested in its programs to visit their local offices across the region. (Jan Albert K. Araña/PIA-10)

Lalaki naghikog sa Dangcagan

Posted on by Omar Rashid Z. Abdullah

Nadiskobrehan nga naghikog ang usa ka 23-anyos nga ulitawo sulod sa ilang panimalay sa Purok 1, Brgy. Poblacion, Dangcagan, Bukidnon, buntag sa Enero 2, 2025

Sa imbestigasyon sa Dangcagan Municipal Police Station, nasayran nga nag-inom og ilimnong

makahubog ang biktima uban sa iyang mga higala sayo sa gabii niadtong Enero 1, 2025, sa Purok 3, Poblacion, Dangcagan, Bukidnon ug nipauli mga alas 4:00 sa buntag sa Enero 2, 2025.


Dugang pa, mga alas 7:00 sa buntag sa samang petsa, nanuktok ang iyang inahan sa pultahan sa iyang lawak apan walay tubag.


Giablihan niya ang pultahan ug nadiskubrehan niya ang iyang anak nga naglingkod ug naghigot og electrical wire sa liog ug gitaod kini sa grills sa bintana.


Gidala dayon sa pamilya ang biktima sa Kibawe Provincial Hospital, diin gideklarang dead on arrival sa attending physician.


Ang hinungdan sa kamatayon gitino nga asphyxia, secondary to hanging. (Omar Rashid Z. Abdullah)

PDL nagbitay sa CR sa BJMP

Posted on by Diego M. Hidalgo

Isa ka 31-anyos nga lalaki nga Person with Deprived Liberty (PDL) ang gikatahong naghikog sulod sa comfort room sa iyang selda sa Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) sa Malaybalay City, Bukidnon

Pasado alas 5:00 sa hapon niadtong Enero 1, 2025, nadiskobrehan sa trustee ang gidangatan sa biktima.


Sumala sa pasiunang imbestigasyon, usa ka habol ang gihigot sa iyang liog, nga nakahikot usab sa steel grills sulod sa comfort room sa iyang selda.


Giingong nag-antos sa sakit sa pangisip ug nakasinati og hallucinations ang namatay.


Dugang pa nga nisuway na kini sa paghikog kaniadto apan napugngan sa mga personahe sa BJMP. (Diego M. Hidalgo)

Lantapan LGU provides communication skills training, empowers LGBTQIA+ as change agents

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MALAYBALAY CITY (January 7, 2025) — To empower LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and other identities) as catalysts for change, the local government unit (LGU) of Lantapan conducted training in Malaybalay City on December 18-19

The workshop focused on social media management, news writing, and broadcasting, emphasizing the media’s power to amplify marginalized voices and shape public discourse.
Participants delved into the intricacies of social media platforms and guided participants in crafting impactful content, building strong online communities, and effectively combating misinformation.
The training empowered LGBTQIA+ members to harness the power of social media to raise awareness about their rights, promote inclusivity, and foster meaningful dialogue on critical community issues.
These skills are crucial for empowering LGBTQIA+ individuals to share authentic stories that challenge stereotypes, celebrate diversity, and bring attention to the issues impacting their community.
Beyond technical skills, the workshop emphasized the participants’ ethical responsibilities, encouraging them to approach content creation with integrity and respect for all individuals.
By combining technical expertise with a strong advocacy foundation, the program ensures that LGBTQIA+ members are not only skilled communicators but also effective agents of change.
This initiative by the Lantapan local government underscores the significance of inclusive governance and active participation in societal discourse. By equipping LGBTQIA+ members with valuable media skills, the LGU fosters a more informed and empowered community, ready to take on leadership roles and advocate for positive change.

LGU’s Support

Lantapan Mayor Ernie Devibar acknowledged the LGBTQIA+ community as an integral part of the locality.
“In Lantapan, we actively include our LGBTQIA+ community in our initiatives and programs. Every June 12, during the Independence Day celebration, we organize events for our LGBTQIA+ community, where they can showcase their talents through pageants and other activities. This reflects the Lantapan local government’s commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable society where the voices of all its citizens, including the LGBTQIA+ community, are heard and valued,” the mayor said.
Dem Alfonso, 19, thanked the Lantapan local government for this valuable opportunity.
“I am grateful to the Lantapan LGU for facilitating this seminar-workshop. We learned so much,” Alfonso said. (Bernadith G. Epan/PIA 10-Bukidnon)