MisOcc now declared as insurgency-free area

 


Misamis Occidental--The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental is now free from the claws of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People Army.

This was declared during the change of command ceremony of the 903rd Misamis Occidental Ready Reserve Infantry Battalion (RRIBn) on Sunday, March 24.

Philippine Army's 1st Infantry (TABAK) Division commander, MGen Gabriel C. Viray said the remaining guerilla front operating between Misamis Occidental and Zamboanga Peninsula was finally dismantled in December last year.

On March 3, the Armed Forces of the Philippines approved the recommendation of Misamis Occidental as an insurgency-free area.

On March 11, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Misamis Occidental declared the province free from the communist insurgency.

Viray stressed the huge contributions of the Misamis Occidental government in the military’s operations against the communist terrorist groups sowing fears within communities.

It is rare and commendable for a sitting governor to be the commander of the ready reserve Battalion in his province, he added, pertaining to Governor Henry S. Oaminal.

“I want you to know the significant effort was made under Governor Oaminal's leadership in dismantling Guerilla Front Sendong,” Viray said.

“Thanks to his guidance and support to our units, especially the 10th Infantry Battalion, the 102nd Brigade, and the 1st Infantry TABAK Division, the province allocated funds as a reward for those who facilitated the surrender or neutralization of these rebels,” he added.

“This allocation expedited our operations, fostered greater cooperation among the populace, and bolstered the efforts of our units on the ground to dismantle the last remaining guerrilla front in the Zambo Peninsula and Misamis Occidental,” Viray pressed on.

In his remarks, Oaminal emphasized the importance of peace in achieving progress within communities.

The governor noted that close collaboration between the government and the military was crucial to the dismantlement of the Guerrilla Front (GF)-Sendong of the Western Mindanao Regional Party Committee (WMRPC) of the NPA.

Meanwhile, the Oaminal’s ceremonial assumption of command marked as the official’s historic acceptance of a new challenge to pushing for credible public service.

Oaminal is the new battalion commander of the 903rd (MOC) RRIBn, replacing LtCol. Jaime G. Cajigas.

The ceremony was a significant event that highlighted the robust partnership between the Philippine Army and the Provincial Government.

The event was attended by several dignitaries, including government officials, military officers, and community leaders, who all came together to show their support for the new commander and the army's mission.

Overall, the ceremony was a testament to the strength of the partnership between the Philippine Army and the Provincial Government, and it underscored their commitment to work together towards a common goal of ensuring the safety and security of the people they serve. (PGMO)

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