Tag: Misamis Oriental

  • Police Seize PHP2.21 Million in Illegal Drugs During Raids in Misamis Oriental

    In a significant blow to the illegal drug trade, law enforcement officials in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental, conducted two successful operations early Friday morning, resulting in the seizure of PHP2.21 million worth of illegal drugs. The operations were part of an ongoing anti-drug campaign led by the Police Regional Office in Northern Mindanao (PRO-10). Brig. Gen.…

  • Police Seize PHP2.21 Million in Illegal Drugs in Misamis Oriental Operations

    In a significant blow to the illegal drug trade, law enforcement officials in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental, successfully confiscated PHP2.21 million worth of illegal drugs during two operations conducted early Friday morning. The operations were part of a broader anti-drug campaign led by the Police Regional Office in Northern Mindanao (PRO-10). Brig. Gen. Jaysen de Guzman,…

  • Misamis Oriental Enhances Public Education with New School Facilities

    In a significant boost to public education, the Misamis Oriental provincial government has allocated PHP30.5 million for the construction of school buildings and classrooms across three municipalities, as announced by Governor Peter Unabia. The initiative saw the completion of a PHP10.9-million school building at Calubo Integrated School in Kinoguitan, facilitated by the Provincial School Board…

  • Misamis Oriental’s Second District Completes PHP11 Billion in Development Projects

    In a significant development stride, the second district of Misamis Oriental has successfully completed projects totaling PHP11 billion, as announced by Representative Yevgeny Vincente Emano. These initiatives, supported by the national budget spanning 2023 to 2024, are designed to enhance the living standards within the district. Emano highlighted that these efforts have reached 73,000 clients…

  • Senator Imee Marcos Advocates for Four-Year Term for Barangay Officials

    Senator Imee Marcos, during her visit to Cagayan de Oro City and Misamis Oriental, expressed strong support for extending the term of barangay officials to four years. Speaking to local barangay leaders on January 16, 2025, Marcos highlighted the necessity of Senate Bill 2816, which was recently passed by the Senate on January 14. She…

  • Opol, Misamis Oriental Introduces Speed Limits to Curb Road Accidents

    In an effort to enhance road safety, the town of Opol in Misamis Oriental has decided to enforce a speed limit on its major highways starting this year. Mayor Jay Bago announced during a recent radio interview that the speed on national highways will be capped at 60 kilometers per hour (kph). To ensure the…

  • Lawmaker Advocates for New Naval Base in Surigao del Norte Following Chinese Drone Incident

    In the wake of a Chinese underwater drone being discovered off the coast of Masbate, a Philippine lawmaker has called for the establishment of a new naval facility in Surigao del Norte under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) with the United States. Representative Robert Ace Barbers emphasized the strategic significance of Surigao del Norte…

  • DA Enhances Agricultural Business Initiatives for Misamis Oriental Farmers

    In Cagayan de Oro City, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has rolled out its Special Area for Agricultural Development (SAAD) Program, benefiting over 125 farmers in Misamis Oriental. Mark Anthony Lagamon, who oversees operations, planning, and evaluation for SAAD in the region, highlighted that the program encompasses projects in vegetable, egg, livestock, and corn production.…

  • PUV Drivers in Northern Mindanao Prioritized for Vocational Training

    In Cagayan de Oro City, public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers are at the forefront of a new initiative by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). This initiative, part of the broader PUV Modernization Program, aims to enhance the skills of drivers through technical and vocational training. Miraflor Emata, the administrator of the Cagayan…

  • Charity Organization Teams Up with Misamis Oriental Government to Aid Leukemia Patients

    In a heartfelt initiative, the Leukemia Patients and Parents Organization Inc. (Leupapo) has joined forces with the Misamis Oriental provincial government to rally support for children battling leukemia. The announcement was made in Cagayan de Oro City, where Leupapo is actively organizing multiple fundraising events to address the increasing demands of supporting leukemia patients. Reczel…