DAVAO DEL NORTE – Governor Edwin Jubahib expressed optimism for the socio-economic growth and development of Davao del Norte in 2025, citing the province’s achievements in overcoming challenges last year.
At the Capitol’s first Convocation Program for the year, Jubahib said, “This year, 2025, we shall move forward in great strides to achieve our mission, vision, and goals.”
Achievements in 2024
The governor highlighted significant accomplishments in 2024, including Over ₱2 billion in fresh investments attracted to the province, surpassing local revenue targets by achieving 114%, resulting in a total collection of ₱2.84 billion, more = than 20,000 patients benefiting from the Zero-Billing Program. Davao del Norte was declared Malaria-free, maintaining insurgency-free status.
Due to his achievements, he was awarded the Governor of the Year Award (Grand Slam), Most Sustainable and Livable Province Award, Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) under his term, 3rd Beyond Compliant Gawad Kalasag Award, 3rd Most Competitive Province in the Philippines and, Resilience Amid Challenges.
Jubahib praised the resilience and unity of the Dabaonon people during adversities, such as the twin floods and his 90-day preventive suspension in 2024.
“That painful ordeal has never crushed our spirit nor dampened our profound dedication to service. We remained true to our mandate, holding our banner up high as a beacon of hope and progress to every Dabaonon home,” he said.
Despite the upcoming election season, Jubahib emphasized that his priority remains governance, not campaigning.
“I would rather dedicate my time and effort to making Davao del Norte more business-friendly and more competitive, improving the quality of life for our people through better health, education, infrastructure, and income opportunities,” he stated.
The governor vowed to triple his efforts in delivering basic services and implementing projects aimed at uplifting the lives of Dabaonons, signaling a strong commitment to sustained progress and development for the province in the year ahead.
Edith Z Caduaya studied Bachelor of Science in Development Communication at the University of Southern Mindanao.
The chairperson of Mindanao Independent Press Council (MIPC) Inc.
