ASENSO MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL

  More than 3,000 students have benefited from the allowance distribution of the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental, through the leadership of Governor Henry Oaminal, from December 20 to 21. Student-beneficiaries from different towns in the Misamis Occidental received a two-month allowance equivalent to P10,000 from the provincial government. On top of this, an additional P5,000 worth of Christmas cash gifts was also given to student-beneficiaries who were residing in the cities of Ozamiz, Tangub, and Oroquieta, as well as the towns of Bonifacio, Calamba, Clarin, Jimenez, Tudela, Panaon, Sinacaban, Aloran, Lopez Jaena, Plaridel, Baliangao, Sapang Dalaga and Conception, and Don Victoriano.   The initiative was part of the provincial government’s Asenso Pamilya program wherein grantees can avail themselves of vocational or tertiary education with a provision of a P5,000 monthly stipend throughout the school year semester. The financial assistance shall cover e...

  OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental--As he extended his love and concern to the peace and security caretakers, Misamis Occidental Governor Henry Oaminal vowed the Asenso administration would continue to support the police operations in the province. In celebrating the Christmas season this year, Gov Oaminal feted all the police officials who have sacrificed a lot to protect the entire province and the people from any security issues. Gov Oaminal recalled the province's toughest times while aiming for development, peace, and order for the people. “Kami inyong public civil servants have to extend the maximum support so when I was a congressman in the second district, I gave all my support to the best that I could in my official capacity and even my private capacity,” he said. The governor said more projects are lined up to make sure that local police would be fully supported in completing their tasks and mandates to maintain peace and order in the province. “We continue to...

  OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental--The Philippine National Police provincial office in Misamis Occidental feted the provincial government’s continuing commitment to push for good governance by delivering better public services to the people. In his remarks during the Pamaskong Handog para Pulis event last Dec. 21, Misamis Occidental Police Provincial Director, Col. Dwight Monato, expressed the local police’s commitment to maintaining peace and order in the province. Monato thanked Misamis Occidental Gov. Henry Oaminal for spearheading the initiative—which he said “embodied the true essence of public service.” “On behalf of the men and women of Misamis Occidental Police Provincial Office, I am truly honored and overjoyed to extend the warmest welcome to all of you on this special occasion “Our Pamaskong Handog para sa mga Police 2023” graciously initiated by our distinguished Provincial Governor the celebration of love, generosity and the spirit of giving,” said Monato. H...

  Misamis Occidental Gov. Henry Oaminal said achieving peaceful communities in the province can be likewise attributed to the combined efforts of the Philippine Army and the former rebels, who jointly pledged to fully support the government’s endeavor for a progressive society. Through a Christmas gift-giving event on Thursday (Dec. 21), Oaminal, together with Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez and his board members, extended their gratitude to 373 members of the Army’s 10th Infantry Battalion and some 115 former members of the New People’s Army, for helping the provincial government in safekeeping the province and guarding the Misamisnons from the armed conflict. Oaminal surprised the beneficiaries with gift cash, food packs, and raffle prizes during a gift-giving event at Camp Burgos in Oroquieta City. As he extended his personal Christmas greetings, the governor also lauded the soldiers’ relentless efforts, dedication, and sacrifices to defend the province and protect the peop...

  OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental--The room for happiness for the Misamis Occidental’s workforce is full during this yuletide season after the provincial government initiated an enjoyable, fun, and exciting get-together party for its more or less 2,000 employees. Gov. Henry S. Oaminal, Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez, and the members of the Provincial Board graced the festive occasion held at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center on Friday (Dec. 22). Gov. Oaminal expressed his inspirational message that revolves around reflection, gratitude, and the meaning of celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. He then connected Christ’s life to the importance of unity of all Misamisnons in the local government’s endeavor for a more peaceful, secured, developed, and progressive Misamis Occidental. “Kini ato karong celebration, celebration kini sa atong kahimoan, accomplishment for the year 2023. Pinaagi sa atong pagtambayongay, we have achieve a lot towards our visi...

  Misamis Occidental--At least 8 former rebels (FRs) in Misamis Occidental can now smoothly be reintegrated into mainstream society as the provincial government vowed continuous assistance. FRs who yielded to the folds of the law and committed to supporting the cause for peace will receive whole-of-government assistance, beginning with a Php300,000 cash aid from the Misamis Occidental provincial government. In a ceremonial handover event on Thursday (Dec. 21), Governor Henry S. Oaminal, Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez and board members and Sapang Dalaga Mayor Donjie Animas in close coordination with the 10th IB Commanding Officer, LtCol. Jose Andre Monje, graced the distribution of cash assistance to each former combatant at Camp Burgos in Oroquieta City. On top of it, one neutralized Communist Terrorist Group (CTG), formerly operating in the province’s vicinities also received Php300,000 in financial assistance, which they can use to put a cooperative business, which also serves as...

  MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL--The provincial government has assured a merrier Christmas holidays for the education sector in Misamis Occidental following the distribution of gifts to all public school teachers and non-teaching personnel via the ‘Pamaskong Handog para sa mga Guro’ program, led by the province’s father, Governor Henry S Oaminal. Each member of the MisOcc DepEd Division, Oroquieta DepEd Division, and Tangub DepEd Division received Christmas packages. They also had a chance to win big raffle prizes in a Christmas activity joined by Misamis Occidental Vice Gov. Rowena Gutierrez, First District Jason Almonte along with Board members as well as Oroquieta City Mayor Lemuel Meyrick Acosta, and Schools Division Superintendent in the province. The Christmas-giving and Thanksgiving tradition was initiated by Gov. Oaminal. It is annually conducted with the province’s more than 7,000 partner stakeholders that holistically support the Misamis Occidental development efforts for the ...

  Misamis Occidental—The local chief executives in Misamis Occidental called on police authorities to intensify and help solve the case of violent incidents happened during the last quarter of the year. These incidents particularly are the IED explosion involving Governor Oaminal and his convoy last Oct. 15 and the hand grenade explosion in the house of Calamba Mayor Jun Villanueva on October 22, 2023. The Provincial Peace and Order Council held its executive meeting to discuss the current situation and address the issues concerning peace and order in the province on December 19 at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center. In an open forum, Jimenez town Mayor Joselito Chiong asked the PNP how long they would expect the incidents in the province will be solved. "All the mayors are quandary until now walay solution. We are given all the facts that you have gathered but again I am just your mayor, I just knew that you have intelligence funds to buy information...

  Misamis Occidental—Major General Gabriel C. Viray, commander of the 1st Infantry TABAK Division, Philippine Army paid a courtesy visit to Governor Henry S. Oaminal to discuss the strengthening of military presence in the province as well as update local government partnership with the provincial government in terms of the security situation in the area. He was accompanied by the 10th Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army Commander LTC Jose Andre R. Monje together with 547th Engineering “Agila” Battalion Commander LTC. Benjamin Carag and G7, Acting Chief of Staff for CMO, Col. Manaros Boransing. Viray assured Governor Oaminal of the military’s unwavering support to maintaining peace and fostering sustainable development in the province’s communities. He likewise lauded the remarkable leadership of Governor Oaminal anchored with a clear vision, humility, and good governance. “Parang kayo lang na province ang may ganyan na nagbibigay ng offer (cash rewards) sa former rebels. Mag...

  OZAMIZ CITY, Misamis Occidental--The distribution of the 3-in-1 Christmas gift packages will once again brighten the smiles of residents in Ozamiz City. Working officials including Governor Henry Oaminal, Second District Rep. Ando Oaminal, and Ozamiz Mayor Indy Oaminal have expanded their annual provision of the “Pamaskong Handog 2023” program. In delivering the 3-in-1 Christmas gifts, Mayor Indy Oaminal renewed his commitment to continue providing basic services to his constituents by adhering to the provincial government’s vision under the Asenso administration. “Karong adlawa matagamtaman ninyo og usab ang usa sa mga flagship nga mga programa sa team Asenso ug dinhi sa Ozamiz nga kini ang 3n1 nga Pamaskong Handog,” he said. Mayor Oaminal said his government is committed to a continued pursuit of infrastructure development as well as basic social services such as free hospitalization, free funeral services, scholarships, and others. “Kani tanan nga mga programa, proye...

  OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental---In a clamours for a more peaceful and orderly province, Misamis Occidental Governor Henry S. Oaminal has met with mayors, barangay captains and Sangguniang Kabataan chairpersons to discuss the current security situation in their respective areas. The local government units and village officials have consolidate their resolute to the overall security situation in Misamis Occidental. In his discussion with the local officials, Gov. Oaminal feted the security threat has lie-lowed after the reported blasts in October. “Subo kaayo mga kaigsuonan nga as of today, December 10, wala pa gihapon clear cut resolve on the October 15 bombing incident and grenade throwing on October 20,” he said. “Lets go back who and whats the motive nganong naglisod man ang atong law enforcers sa pagsulbad. Kinsa sila ug kinsay nasagasaan sa atong reform,” he added. Gov. Oaminal reminded the local executives of the Misamis Occidental province to make basic servi...

  OZAMIZ CITY, Misamis Occidental--Senator Imee Marcos together with Ozamiz Mayor Henry “Indy” Oaminal Jr. and City Councilors led the distribution to some 2,000 beneficiaries of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program in a payout activity conducted December 14 at the Ozamiz City Gym. The beneficiaries, who received Php3,000 each, are public mall vendors, persons who use drugs (PWUDs), Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), economically affected volunteer workers, and fire victims from Brgy. Bacolod and Lam-an, Ozamiz City. Over Php6 million in financial aid was released to the beneficiaries during the payout. In her message during the distribution, Marcos said the beneficiaries are the families that were greatly affected by the pandemic, and after the pandemic, prices of prime commodities also increased. “Families were greatly affected by the pandemic in the last two years. After the pandemic, prices of prime commodities also increased, added burdens to...

    JIMENEZ, MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL---The provincial government of Misamis Occidental, under the leadership of Governor Henry S. Oaminal, in coordination with Jimenez local government unit on Tuesday (Dec.12) commenced the distribution of Noche Buena package to 2,687 families residing in the area. The initiative is part of MisOcc government's annual "pamaskong handog" holiday program. Included in this year's Noche Buena food packs are spaghetti set, corned beef, Chinese-style luncheon meat, and Vienna sausage. First District Representative Jason Almonte also provided a whole-dressed chicken for the families. Jimenez Mayor Joselito Chiong expressed his appreciation to the provincial government for distributing early Christmas gift for the residents. In his remarks, Chiong recalled the implemented programs and projects by Gov. Oaminal that benefited the residents of Jimenez town. On behalf of the governor, Jimenez SK Chairman Queenie Marie S. Bacala reechoed O...

  OROQUIETA, Misamis Occidental---In the spirit of the annual festivity and a gesture of love to people, Misamis Occidental Governor Henry Oaminal launched the distribution of this year’s Pamaskong Handog 2023 on Sunday, December 10 here in the province. For the first time the local chief executive, new barangay captains, and Sangguniang Kabataan chairpersons have converged, in a joint activity, at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Farmers and Cultural Center, to spread the spirit of this year’s nativity. Beneficiaries received food packs—containing spaghetti pasta and sauce, corned beef, luncheon meat, and Vienna sausage— as well as T-shirts, and cash gifts from the provincial government, provided through Gov. Oaminal, congressmen, and other local government units. Gov. Oaminal stressed the significance of government provisions such as pamaskong handog that can uplift the living conditions of the   Misamisnon families and allow them to have a bountiful holiday celebration. ...

  MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL -- In the wake of the devastating bombing incident at Mindanao State University-Marawi on December 3 where numerous lives were claimed and others left injured, the Asenso administration led by Governor Henry Oaminal acted promptly to address the urgent needs of the grieving Daniel family. The loss of Riza Ramos Daniel, the wife of Edgar Daniel, has left the family in profound sorrow. The sudden and bitter tragedy unfolded after the bombing at the MSU-Marawi campus, which took the life of Riza and also injured their son, a student at Mindanao State University who is being treated at Misamis University Medical Center. Riza Ramos Daniel was one of the four individuals who lost their lives in the bombing incident while attending a holy mass at the Dimaporo Gymnasium. Edgar Daniel expressed that his world crashed upon learning about the fate of his wife and child, especially the death of Riza, his lifelong partner. Riza Ramos Daniel had been employed as a sale...