Isulan, Sultan Kudarat — President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, April 2, led the distribution of certificate of land ownership awards (CLOAs) to farmers in Sultan Kudarat assuring them of government’s continued support and assistance. In his speech, Duterte congratulated the farmers saying that they “rightfully deserve” the lands “as hardworking Filipinos.” “I stand before you […]
Leyte mayor suspended for refusing to comply Ombudsman order
ORMOC CITY, Philippines —The Office of the Ombudsman found Santa Fe, Leyte Mayor Oscar Monteza and Human Resource Officer Videl Apurillo guilty of Simple Neglect of Duty and were ordered suspended without pay for one month and one day. The case against Monteza and Apurilo stemmed from the complaint filed by the Ombudsman Field Investigation […]
Maestra nga gikidnap gibuhian
DAKBAYAN SA ZAMBONGA, Mindanao —- Usa ka maestra ang gikidanap sa mga suspetsadong bandido didto sa Patikul, Sulu, apan, gilayon kining gibuhian tungod sa paningkamut sa pamilya. Nahitabo ang pagdagit sa usa ka magtutudlo sa Liang Elementary School niadtong Marso 23, 2018, apan taho kabahin sa pagbuhi kaniya, bag-ohay pa lang gipahibalo. Ang biktima nailhang […]
Tadeco, Bucor, village leaders, agree to open roads
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Officials of Tagum Agricultural Development Corporations Inc. (TADECO) , Bureau of Corrections and the barangay Captains from the three villages agreed to open the Bugtong Lubi which connect their villages to the Sto. Tomas, Davao del Norte Highway. The access roads were forcibly closed in 2012 after the provincial board of Davao […]
Former PNP-CAR director convicted over SALN violations
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan sentenced the former provincial director of Benguet Police Office after he pleaded guilty over five counts of perjury and two counts of violation of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standard for public officials and employees. Police Superintendent Eugene Martin, changed his plea from “Not guilty” to “guilty” with […]
Misuari nagbahad : Ibitay ang MNLF nga na lambigit sa ilegal nga druga
DAKBAYAN SA DABAW, Mindanao— Nagbahad si Moro National Liberation (MNLF) chairperson Nur Misuari , nga iyang bitayon sa publiko ang mga membro nga molapas sa ilang balaud ug mapamatudan nga nalambigit sa ielagl nga druga. Sa Bag-o palang gipahigayon nga tigum atol sa ika-50 nga kasumaran sa MNLF dinhi sa dakbayan, niadtong Marso 18, namulong […]
Caloocan City Barangay officials ordered jailed for falsification
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Five officials from Caloocan City Barangay officials ordered jailed for falsification were found guilty of Falsification of Public Documents for forging five barangay resolutions. Acting Presiding Judge Rosalia Hipolito-Bunagan of Branch 121 of the Regional Trial Court of Caloocan City sentenced Barangay Chairman Wilfredo Camus, and Kagawads Benito Ching, Claro Ponce, […]
Bico, Binignit and Champurado for Biernes Santo
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — When Catholic faithfuls observe the tradition of fasting during the Semana Santa or Holy Week, you can see delicacies like biko, Binignit (ginataan) and Champurado on top of the table these days. Those observing the Holy Week, go for alternative food to fill their stomach. The Holy Week is observed to […]
GMA to withdraw her version BBL in favor of the new draft
DAVAO CITY, Philippines —- Former President, now Congresswoman Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo will withdraw her version of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) and support teh new version of the draft bill pending in Congress. Presidential Assistant on Peace Process Secretary Jesus Dureza, in a a press statement Wednesday said Arroyo, in a phone conversation with him and […]
Tupi Sunflower Farm Draws Tourists
TUPI, South Cotabato — Local and foreign Tourists, flock in Tupi, a town in South Cotabato popularly known for its vast “Japanese sunflower” fields. People from all ages, find themselves inside the colorful Mariano’s Blooming Agri-tourism Park, located in Purok A Barangay Poblacion, Tupi South Cotabato. Visitors not just only enjoy the colorful flowers, but […]
Manila Airport accountant convicted over P3.4-M grease money
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — A senior accountant of the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) was convicted for receiving total of P3,492,400.00 from Equine Power Trading Company (EPTC), a contractor with several projects with the MIAA. Presiding Judge Rowena Nieves Tan of Branch 118 of the Regional Trial Court (RTC) of Pasay City, convicted Leilani Pagdanganan, […]
Duterte meets Muslim leaders eve of his birthday
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte met Muslim officials at the Matina Enclaves here, eve of his 73rd Birthday. Presidential Adviser of Peace Process Secretary Jesus Dureza led the group with Secretary of the Presidential Adviser on Legislative Affairs Adelino Sitoy, MILF chairperson Al Haj Murad, Bangsamoro Transition Council Ghazali Jaafar and Mohagher Iqbal. […]
Duha ka prison nikagiw, isa patay, isa samaran
DAKBAYAN SA DABAW, Mindanao— Duha ka mga piniriso sa Digos City Jail ang ni ikyas sa prisohan kagahapon sa alas dose sa udto Marso 27, 2018. Apan, usa patay samtang ang usa samaran, sa dihang gigukod na sila sa mga guardya sa Digos City Jail. Misulay pagpuga ang duha ka mga piniriso pinaagi sa pagkatkat […]