DAVAO CITY (October 13) --- The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is set to receive a significant budgetary boost for Fiscal Year 2026 — a 36% increase under the Marcos administration — signaling a renewed national commitment to Mindanao’s long-term growth and stability. Data from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) show that ₱363.409 million has been … [Read more...] about MinDA’s 2026 budget up 36%, defying reports of funding cuts
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Governor Oaminal lays out bold 3-year development roadmap for Misamis Occidental
DAVAO CITY (July 6) - With a unified government under Team Asenso, Governor Henry S. Oaminal is setting the stage for what he calls the “most transformative three years” in Misamis Occidental’s history. Speaking during the joint oath-taking ceremony of newly elected provincial and local officials, Oaminal outlined a forward-looking development agenda focused on inclusive … [Read more...] about Governor Oaminal lays out bold 3-year development roadmap for Misamis Occidental
A Political Earthquake: Team Asenso Wipes Out Opposition in Misamis Occ
DAVAO CITY (May 14)--- The votes have been cast, the numbers have been tallied, and the verdict is clear: Team Asenso has redrawn the political map of Misamis Occidental. In a historic sweep, Governor Henry S. Oaminal and his entire slate delivered a crushing blow to their opponents in the 2025 midterm elections, capturing every major elective post in the province—from the … [Read more...] about A Political Earthquake: Team Asenso Wipes Out Opposition in Misamis Occ
Notorious crime group member killed in Maguindanao del Norte shootout
BARIRA, Maguindanao del Norte (May 7) — A notorious member of an organized crime group was killed during a joint law enforcement operation in Sitio Dulayap, Barangay Panggao, Barira, on Monday. Authorities identified the slain suspect as 34-year-old Kamlon Manardas Ragundo, a resident of the area. According to police reports, the operation was meant to serve an arrest … [Read more...] about Notorious crime group member killed in Maguindanao del Norte shootout
Bukidnon town declares political analyst ‘Persona Non Grata’ over controversial comment
VALENCIA, Bukidnon—The city's local legislative body has passed a resolution declaring political analyst Richard Heydarian persona non grata after he compared the living conditions in Mindanao to those of sub-Saharan Africa, a remark that sparked outrage among local officials and residents. Heydarian’s comment, which was made in a public discussion, was met with mixed … [Read more...] about Bukidnon town declares political analyst ‘Persona Non Grata’ over controversial comment
