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BFP-10 turns over new ambulance and firetruck to Misamis Occidental: A lifesaving boost for Ozamiz City and Don Victoriano

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  OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental—Taking a proactive measure for public safety and emergency response, the Bureau of Fire Protection-Region 10 (BFP-10) officially turned over one brand-new ambulance and one new firetruck to Misamis Occidental. The beneficiaries are the Local Government Unit of Ozamiz City and the Don Victoriano Fire Station. The ceremonial turnover was witnessed by key officials including Governor Henry S. Oaminal, BFP Regional Director Fire Chief Superintendent Romel Tradio, Fire Senior Superintendent Gregorio Elbambo, Ozamiz City Mayor Sancho “Sam” Fuentes, Don Victoriano Mayor Bertoldo Murallon Jr., PNP Provincial Director Rommel Magleo, and BFP personnel. In his message, FCSUPT Tradio highlighted that the turnover is a reflection of their unwavering dedication to community service. “This support and partnership with our LGUs are vital to achieving a modern, well-equipped, and highly capable emergency response system,” he said. Governor Henry Oaminal, in his ...
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Governor Henry Oaminal rolls out ₱20/kilo rice in Misamis Occidental: A First in Mindanao

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  MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL — In a bold and historic move to ease the burden of rising rice prices, Governor Henry S. Oaminal officially launched the Asenso BBM Rice Program (Baratong Bugas para sa Misamisnon) on June 30, 2025, offering rice at just ₱20 per kilo—a first-of-its-kind rollout in Mindanao. The rollout was held simultaneously at MOPAC Grandstand in Oroquieta City, IBJT Terminal in Ozamiz City, and KSK Service Bay Area in Tangub City, through the Asenso Misamis Occidental Kadiwa Centers, in full support of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s commitment to lowering rice prices and making affordable rice accessible to every Filipino. On July 7, the BBM Kadiwa Center also opened at the Town Center in Clarin, further expanding the program’s reach. “Bugas para sa Misamisnon is our way of supporting President Marcos’ program to lower rice prices,” said Governor Oaminal. “We are the first province in Mindanao to implement the BBM Rice initiative. We launched it last year...
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A victory we all share: Cong. Indy Oaminal calls for unity as Asenso moves from Misamisnon roots to National reach

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  Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental—“This victory is not mine alone, it belongs to all of us.” In his first official address as Asenso Pinoy Representative, Cong. Henry “Indy” Oaminal Jr. declared his commitment to expand the reach of the Asenso Brand Programs from their homegrown roots in Misamis Occidental to communities across the country. Speaking during the Oath-Taking Ceremony of Team Asenso, he emphasized that the recent electoral win was not just a personal achievement, but a collective triumph for the Asenso Pinoy Party and the Misamisnon people, powered by unity, integrity, and a shared vision for meaningful governance. “Whenever someone from Misamis Occidental congratulates me on the election results, my instinct is always to congratulate them back,” Oaminal shared. “Not because I downplay the win, but because this is not just my personal victory—it is our victory,” he shared. He highlighted how Asenso Pinoy, founded on the values and governance model of Misamis Occiden...
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Governor Oaminal outlines next steps to deliver real results for Misamisnons under Asenso Governance

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  Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental — Governor Henry S. Oaminal laid out his administration’s next steps to sustain progress and deliver real results under Asenso Governance, following the sweeping victory of Team Asenso in the May 2025 elections. In his address during the joint oath-taking ceremony of newly elected provincial and local officials, the governor emphasized that this new term is not just a continuation of service but a clear call to do more, reach more, and serve better. “For the first time in our province’s history, we now have a full slate of officials—from congressman down to barangay councilors—elected under one united banner,” he said, describing the mandate as a reflection of public trust in a governance model rooted in unity, fiscal responsibility, and people-centered programs. Despite a ₱270-million drop in the National Tax Allocation (NTA) in 2023, the provincial budget grew through fiscal discipline. The governor emphasized that no new taxes or loans were i...
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Congressman Jason Almonte vows stronger, sincere public service in second term

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  Misamis Occidental — Re-elected First District Representative Jason P. Almonte pledged to strengthen his public service efforts as he officially began his second term during the 2025 Oath-Taking Ceremony. In his message, Almonte thanked the people of the First District for their continued trust. He emphasized that the position he holds is not his alone, but one he serves as a steward of, on behalf of his constituents. He recognized the overwhelming support he received, describing it as both an honor and a responsibility to serve with urgency, transparency, and dedication. Almonte also expressed gratitude to his family for their support, mentioning his father, former Congressman Jorge T. Almonte, his partner, former Board Member Ruvy Ala, and his children, who he described as his motivation. Looking back at his first term, Almonte reported major accomplishments. He cited the increase in social service funding from ₱5–10 million to ₱80–150 million per program, and nearly ₱7 billion...
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Team Asenso secures full mandate, takes oath after sweeping victory in Misamis Occidental

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  Misamis Occidental — Newly elected provincial and local officials of Misamis Occidental took their oath of office on June 30 at the Bayfront Arena in Oroquieta City, following a landslide victory in the May 2025 elections. Leading the oath-taking ceremony were Governor-elect Henry S. Oaminal and Vice Governor-elect Rowena Gutierrez, who secured a strong public mandate under the Team Asenso banner. “For the first time in our province’s history,” said Gov. Oaminal in his inaugural speech, “we now have a full slate of officials—from congressmen down to barangay councilors—elected under one united banner.” He emphasized that the overwhelming mandate is more than a political victory; it is a collective endorsement of the people’s trust in good governance. Also taking their oath were First District Representative Jason P. Almonte and Second District Representative Sancho Fernando “Ando” Oaminal, reaffirming their continued leadership in the province’s legislative work. Atty. He...
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Team Asenso to take oath June 30, vows continued service and progress

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  Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental — The newly elected officials of Team Asenso Misamis Occidental are set to take their official oath of office on June 30, 2025, at 8:00 AM at the Bay Front Arena, Oroquieta City. The event will mark the start of their renewed mandate to serve the province and reaffirm their commitment to the Asenso Misamis Occidental development agenda—anchored on peace, progress, and inclusive public service through the 5Ms thrust: “Misamisnon Magpuyong Malinawon, Malambuon ug Malipayon.” Officials to be sworn in include the 1st and 2nd District Congressmen, the Asenso Pinoy Party-list Representative, the Governor and Vice Governor, Provincial Board Members, and Municipal/City Mayors, Vice Mayors, and Sangguniang Bayan Members from across the province. The ceremony is expected to be attended by Archbishop Martin Jumoad and clergy, First Lady Atty. Pearl Grace F. Oaminal, regional directors, prosecutors, judges, barangay leaders, development partners, departmen...
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