By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – Acting Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. should be held accountable for alleged irregularities in multi-billion-peso flood control projects, stressing that as Chief Executive, he sits at the top of the government chain of command. “If there is someone to be blamed, that would be…
*Chooses Conscience Over Party Lines Tagum City, Davao del Norte – In a rare move that underscored principle over politics, Davao del Norte 1st District Board Member Tristan Royce “Bong” Aala announced his resignation from the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) during the 3rd regular session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan. Delivering a privilege speech that drew…
In an era where politics often gets entangled with personal ambition and blind loyalty, one public servant chose to rise above partisan convenience in favor of clarity, principle, and genuine service to the people. In a deeply personal and powerfully articulated privilege speech before the august body on the 3rd regular session of the Sangguniang…
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Government is seeking approval of a P916-million supplemental budget for 2024 to fund gratuity pay for job orders, casual, and contract of service workers, as well as programs on education, social services, and environmental protection. Under the proposal, workers who have rendered at least four months…
In Photo: Officials of the National Chess Federation of the Philippines with the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental, led by Governor Henry S. Oaminal (bottom row, third from left) during the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement for the province’s hosting of the ASEAN+ Individual Chess Championships – Governor Henry Oaminal Cup. Misamis Occidental is…
In Photo: Veronica “Kitty” Duterte with sister VP Sara Duterte at the Hague By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – Former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte reiterated that he has no regrets over his decisions and will not apologize for his actions during his presidency. The former Chief Executive made the statement during the recent visit of…
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – The long-delayed Maa-Magtuod Flyover along Diversion Road may be partially opened to motorists by December this year, the Department of Public Works and Highways–Region 11 (DPWH-11) said over the weekend but only if utility companies accelerate the removal and relocation of electric and telecommunications posts at the site. Speaking…
The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has expressed its support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s recent declaration prioritizing the successful conduct of the first Bangsamoro Parliamentary Election set for October 13, 2025.The MILF views the President’s statement as a decisive end to any rumors of election delays or extensions. “We thank the President for…
📸Councilor Jessica Bonguyan facebook page DAVAO CITY – Growing public frustration over the stalled Ma-a Flyover Project has prompted Councilor Jessica Bonguyan to push for an immediate and formal investigation into the delay, citing its daily impact on commuters and lack of transparency in its implementation. Speaking during the 21st Regular Session of the City…
DAVAO CITY – Acting Davao City Vice Mayor Rodrigo “Rigo” Duterte II commended his alma mater, University of Mindanao, for upholding its core values of excellence, honesty, integrity, innovation, and teamwork. The university’s general assembly on Saturday, July 26, celebrated its longstanding legacy and contributions to professional and academic development over the decades. Vice Mayor…
