Asenso MisOcc

Misamis Occidental – A noteworthy event is taking place as stakeholders gather for the public hearing on Proposed Ordinance No. 09-23. This ordinance aims to revise Ordinance 01-16, also known as The Comprehensive Children Welfare's Code of Misamis Occidental.  This gathering serves as a testament to the Provincial Government's unwavering commitment, led by Governor Henry Oaminal, to create a nurturing and supportive environment that enables children to thrive and fulfill their potential. "This pivotal gathering signifies a momentous stride towards nurturing environments where every child can flourish, shielded from harm, and equipped with the resources they need to thrive,’’ Governor Oaminal emphasized in his solidarity message. He stressed that the Provincial Children's Code transcends being merely a legal framework. It embodies the unwavering commitment to creating supportive communities that cherish and protect the rights of every child. "By endorsing ...

  Working Governor Henry S. Oaminal is pushing for more development programs through transformative governance for the Misamisnons. This was transpired as the Working Governor Henry S. Oaminal and other governors from Regions 10 and 13, along with key government agencies, convened in a meeting with Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr., Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity of the Philippines, held at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City, Metro Manila on February 26. During the meeting, Governor Oaminal presented his transformation program plan for the province of Misamis Occidental and shared the progress milestones that the province has achieved under his administration. Governor Oaminal's vision in 2025 is for a province where Misamisnons live peacefully, progressively, and happily. The governor emphasized the importance of the convergence areas for the peace and development program, which serve as a banner program to address the root causes of ...

OROQUIETA CITY, Misamis Occidental-- “I really wanted to finish my studies because I saw the hardships and struggles of my parents and how they sacrificed every day just to put food on our table,” Joshua Tompong said as he recalled his family’s hand-to-mouth life. Tompong is a graduating student at USTP Oroquieta Campus with a Bachelor of Technology in Vocational Livelihood with a major in Home Economics Student. Living in Purok 1, Barangay Talairon, from the city of Oroquieta, with his parents, Tompong had to endure surviving to go to school. “Katong wala pa gi-open ni Governor ang scholarship, wala’y bayad ang USTP pero kanang bayad sa print, then sa akong course kinahanglan mi magluto ug bake, so naa gyud gastohonon sa mga ingredients ug uban pa [Katong wala pa gi-open ni Governor ang scholarship, wala’y bayad ang USTP pero kanang bayad sa print, then sa akong course kinahanglan mi magluto ug bake so naa gyud gastohonon sa mga ingredients ug uban pa]," he said. He shared ...

  TUDELA, Misamis Occidental—Misamis Occidental achieved another milestone in the Sustainable and Inclusive Digital Landscape for Advancement and Knowledge (SIDLAK) Initiative by becoming the first province in the region to benefit from programs and projects launched by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)-10 on February 26. The project was inaugurated in Barangay Namut, Covered Court, Tudela town, where the Provincial Wifi was also launched. The event was attended by DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy, DICT-10 Regional Director Sittie Rahma Alawi, DICT-10 OIC Chief-Technical Operations Division Eugene Raposala III, Governor Henry S. Oaminal (represented by Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez), and other municipal officials and board members. During the event, Secretary Uy promised to strengthen DICT's efforts to provide fast, free, and secure Internet access to the people of Misamis Occidental. He expressed his gratitude to Governor Henry Oaminal for his support ...

  CLARIN, Misamis Occidental--The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Province of Misamis Occidental have joined forces to provide internet connectivity to Barangay Dalingap in Clarin town through the Digital Transformation Initiative. The project was launched by Secretary Ivan John E. Uy, along with DICT-10 Regional Director Sittie Rahma Alawi, Governor Henry Oaminal represented by Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez, Clarin Mayor Jojo Roa represented by Vice Mayor Ging Delos Santos, and the Barangay Captain. The initiative aims to provide digital access to the province’s geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA). Secretary Uy expressed his gratitude to the officials of the province, especially Governor Henry Oaminal, for their collaboration in providing digital access to the geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDA) of the province. He also announced that DICT will be deploying more solutions on connectivity and providing on...

  TANGUB CITY, Misamis Occidental -- The 3.17-kilometer Panguil Bay Bridge (PBB) project in Northern Mindanao is set to open this August with 89 percent completion rate. Governor Henry S. Oaminal and the entire province of Misamis Occidental are thrilled about the upcoming development. This bridge will not only reduce travel time to Tangub City, Misamis Occidental, and Lanao del Norte but will also pave the way for growth and progress in the entire Zamboanga Peninsula. Gov. Oaminal recently visited the site of the PBB project, where he led the signing of the Manual of Operations alongside the Multi-partite Monitoring Team. This team will be responsible for monitoring the compliance and ensuring that all necessary measures are taken for the development of the PBB project. Project Manager Marlon V. Galerio from the Department of Public Works and Highways, accompanied by site engineers of Korean contractors Namkwang-Kukdong-Gumgwang Joint Venture, provided detailed updates on the stat...

  TANGUB CITY, Misamis Occidental -- Misamis Occidental Governor Henry S. Oaminal highlighted that the completion and operation of the Panguil Bay Bridge which will connect Tangub City in Misamis Occidental to Tubod in Lanao del Norte, is expected to boost economic growth. In a statement release recently, the governor said that the bridge will provide convenient transportation of goods and services among businesses and the general public not just in the province, but Northern Mindanao in entirety. This infrastructure project is also expected to increase enrollment in the province's higher learning institutions. Thus, making MisOcc an educational center of this part of Mindanao. Further, Gov. Oaminal said that the Panguil Bay Bridge will bring services closer and faster to the people of MisOcc and will help in realizing the province's 5Ms development thrust. “This bridge will hasten our goal nga ang Misamisnon Magpuyong Malinawon, Malambuon ug Malipayon,” he emphasized. The Pang...

  CALAMBA, Misamis Occidental--A new low-cost housing project will soon rise in Calamba, Misamis Occidental, as part of the Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program of the national government  with the support of the province of Misamis Occidental. The project will cover an area of 11,093 square meters in Purok 3, Barangay Northern Poblacion, and will be named "Green Hills Village." The housing program is aimed at providing affordable housing options for the people of Misamis Occidental, and it will cost around P1.10 billion. The project will consist of 5 buildings with 6 storeys each, providing 745 affordable condominium units with essential amenities to ensure that the Calambahanon and Misamisnon families have access to decent housing. The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the construction and development of the housing program was officially signed on February 18, 2021, with Mayor Luisito "Jun" Villanueva Jr. and MNS...

  TANGUB CITY, Misamis Occidental—The Department of Education in Northern Mindanao has commended Governor Henry Oaminal for pushing a unifying and motivating kind of leadership wherein no one is left behind.  DepEd-10 Regional Director Arturo Bayocot lauded Oaminal's initiative to push the first-ever One Asenso Misamis Occidental Palaro 2024, likening it to a Regional Athletic Association Meet. “On behalf of the Department of Education, we will never tire ourselves thanking the leaders of the province, cities, and municipalities with the spirit of support of Second District Rep. Sancho Fernando “Ando” Oaminal and First District Rep. Jason P. Almonte of this great Misamis Occidental expressing our gratitude and thanks for making this a spectacular, the first One Asenso Misamis Occidental Palaro 2024,’’ Bayocot said during his speech. He said the recently concluded sports event could be the epitome of unifying leadership after gathering talented athletes and skilled Misamisnon...

  TANGUB CITY, Misamis Occidental – The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental, together with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and local chief executives, provided P8.5M worth of livelihood assistance to 34 association representatives in the province. The livelihood grant is intended to boost the livelihood activities of the associations in the province and provide them with the necessary support to help them become productive. The program offered an incredible opportunity for individuals who wish to expand their existing enterprises and make a positive impact on their community. By taking advantage of this chance, they can explore new avenues for growth and development, which could lead to increased profitability, greater market reach, and more job opportunities for residents. Each organization with 10-30 members received a start-up capital ranging from P100,000 to P300,000. Governor Henry S. Oaminal reminded the beneficiaries to use the funds wisely an...