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MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (PIA) – In a significant move to bolster local agriculture, the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental is set to launch the Baratong Bugas para sa Misamisnon (BBM) Asenso Rice Program during the Asenso Trade Fair from October 25 to November 10, 2024. This initiative aims to provide affordable rice to all families in Misamis Occidental, allowing them to purchase 5 kilograms at just ₱43.00 per kilogram. The trade fair booth will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with local government unit (LGU) employees eligible to buy rice from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Provincial Agriculture Officer Jun Salaguste stated, “This program highlights our locally sourced rice, sold at an incredibly reasonable price of ₱43 per kilo, significantly below market rates. We invite everyone to visit the trade fair from October 25 to November 10, 2024, for the opening.” Governor Henry S. Oaminal envisions this initiative as part of a broader strategy to benefit all Misamisnons. He remarked

  MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (PGMO)-- Governor Henry S. Oaminal, joined by distinguished leaders including 1st District Representative Congressman Jason P. Almonte, Vice-Governor Rowena Gutierrez, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan members, Mayors, and DepEd-MisOcc Schools Division Superintendent Reynaldo Manuel Jr., graced the 2024 Asenso Awards and Teacher’s Day Celebration. The event, which honored teachers as the province's unsung heroes, highlighted their indispensable role in shaping Misamis Occidental’s future. Governor Oaminal emphasized the significance of the event, This year’s celebration, themed “Sa Asensong Probinsya, Magtutudlo, Pinangga Ka”, aimed to enhance the skills and knowledge of teachers through sessions on financial literacy, career development, and personal growth. Governor Oaminal highlighted that these topics align with the core message of the theme, emphasizing the vital role teachers play as the "guides of progress.” “Kamo nga mga magtutudlo ang atong gabay sa pa

  Misamis Occidental has emerged as the fifth-highest province in local revenue growth in the Philippines for 2023. The province achieved an impressive year-on-year growth rate of 66.49% in local source revenues for the fiscal year 2023. This remarkable performance was honored with a prestigious national award from the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF) during the 37th Anniversary Stakeholders’ Recognition ceremony in Manila on October 9, 2024, recognizing it as one of the top five provinces in the country for the highest increase in locally sourced income. “Through our strong commitment to effective fiscal management, we have achieved significant growth in our local revenues, totaling 94.74%,” said Governor Henry S. Oaminal. “I extend my heartfelt thanks to the hard work and dedication of our provincial environment officials and employees,” he added. Under his leadership, Governor Oaminal proudly received the BLGF award for Outstanding Growth in Local Revenues, presented by Dep

  Misamis Occidental incumbent Governor Henry Oaminal and Second District Representative Sancho Fernando “Ando” Oaminal officially launched their bids for reelection in the upcoming 2025 elections. The two were accompanied by fellow reelectionists Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez and 1st District Representative Jason Almonte as they filed their Certificates of Candidacy (CoC) at the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) office in Oroquieta City. In a statement, Governor Oaminal expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to continue fostering positive development in Misamis Occidental for another term. “As soon as we took this position, we immediately prioritized peace and order in the province,” he stated. He highlighted a remarkable decrease in the average monthly crime rate, which fell from 24.52% in 2016 to just 13.64% in the first half of 2024. Notably, Misamis Occidental has also been officially declared insurgency-free this year. “Our Asenso Misamis platform is built on the belief th

  Tangub City, Misamis Occidental – In his third State of the Province Address, Governor Henry S. Oaminal emphasized the crucial role of peace and order in fostering a progressive and happy society. "The foundation of a progressive and happy society is peace. It is the starting point for the advancement of humankind," he stated, underscoring the province's commitment to becoming drug-free, crime-free, and insurgency-free. Governor Oaminal highlighted the province's intensified efforts in the campaign against illegal drugs. The local government has established strong partnerships with law enforcement agencies, including the Philippine Army, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Philippine National Police (PNP), as well as community stakeholders. As a result of these collaborative efforts, 437 out of 470 affected barangays have been declared drug-cleared. To support rehabilitation and reform, the Asenso Misamis Occidental Balay Silangan Reformatory Center wa

  Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental – In a recent State of the Province address, Governor Henry S. Oaminal unveiled key health initiatives aimed at transforming services across Misamis Occidental. Oaminal emphasized that “health is at the core of our social services,” reinforcing the link between a healthy population and socioeconomic development, echoing Winston Churchill’s belief that “healthy citizens are the greatest asset any country can have.” A centerpiece of the address is the expansion of the Free Hospitalization Program. Since its launch in July 2022, over 42,000 individuals have benefited, with financial assistance exceeding 186.5 million pesos. This program now covers both government and private hospitals, easing the financial burden on families during medical emergencies. Addressing concerns about hospital funding, Gov. Oaminal assured citizens that the provincial government is pursuing sustainable solutions. With a hospital budget of approximately 693 million p