Davao de Oro: Making change happen

Davao de Oro Province--- From farm to market roads, to schools in the hinterlands, sustainable agricultural developments, livelihood for the marginalized sectors, infrastructure projects, digital innovations, tourism circuits, pandemic mitigating initiatives, and the eradication of insurgency are some of the significant achievements of Davao de Oro in the last five years.

Through its strategic 4Ps+ program which stands for Planet (Environmental Management and Disaster Preparedness) People (Social Protection and Human Development), Prosperity (Economic Development), Peace (Peace, Justice and Security) and Plus (Good Governance), PLGU-Davao de Oro proved that change could happen, bringing its name into the limelight.

On October 25, 2021, Davao de Oro Governor Jayvee Tyron L. Uy delivers his 2021 State of the Province Address (SOPA), at Session Hall of the Legislative Building, Provincial Capitol, Nabunturan, Davao de Oro.

Not only did Dabawenyos witness this year’s SOPA of the Governor at the comfort of their homes, but also people from across the globe as the event was live-streamed via official social media platforms of the province reaching thousands of views and engagements.

Following health and safety protocols, the event was attended by the officials of the provincial government of Davao de Oro, municipal mayors of the province, Philippine National Police (PNP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and partners from the National Government Agencies.

The highlight of this year’s SOPA are the feats of Davao de Oro as a province that brought substantial changes to the lives of every dabawenyo.

“We had surely come a long way. We used to be the hotbed of insurgency, now our peace and order situation is one of the most stable in the Davao Region. From a place feared by many, we became one of the most visited provinces in the entire country by tourists even in the middle of a pandemic. From a laggard economy four years back, we are now one of the most competitive provinces in the Davao Region. Kaning tanan, atong kadaugan! It is our collective work that made the change happen. We made this change happen and let’s continue to make change happen. Dabawenyo, sa tanang panahon, magpabilin kitang bulawanon!”, said Governor Uy.

Just in time with the Governor’s SOPA is the celebration of the country’s golden festivity, Davao de Oro’s “Bulawan Festival”, from October 25-29, 2021, which will happen via online platforms.

The 5-day virtual celebration will highlight events such as “Pre-SOPA Broadcast Talkshow” giving a glimpse of the governor’s SOPA, “Bulawan Opening”, and “Sayaw de Oro” in the first day. On the second day will be the Bahandi, which will feature the “Peoples of Davao de Oro”, “Bulawanong Kalinaw” which will showcase peace initiatives of the province.

The third day of the virtual festivity will feature the “Shoplokal Launch”, an online portal that will showcase Davao de Oro’s local products, “Agri Oro” showcasing the best practices and stories of the farmers and fisherfolks of the province, and the “Byahe ni Gov” a virtual tour giving pride to the tourism circuit destination of the province.

The fourth day of the celebration will brandish the “Pasasalamat”, a tribute concert for the frontliners of Davao de Oro, featuring the renowned band in the country, “Ben&Ben”, and the last day of the online Bulawan Celebration will be the “Bulawanong Pahalipay”, a raffle activity inviting dabawenyos for the chance of winning special prizes and the “Tiktokan Bakunation Campaign” highlighting the province’s Bakunation Campaign. (Jasteen P. Abella, Information Division, Davao de Oro)

Comval Governor Uy delivered his 2nd SOPA

Compostela Valley Governor Jayvee Tyron Uy delivered his second State of the Province Address (SOPA) on Tuesday, September 18 at Monkayo Dome, Comval.

Gov. Uy reported the province’s accomplishment in line with his “One Comval, One vision” highlivghting the4Ps of his administration; Planet, Prosperity, People and Peace.

In planet, the governor centered his speech in the effort done by the province in partnership with the Municipal Local Government Units and other partners in regards to the environment. One of which is the ongoing rehabilitation of the Diwalwal.

“Amid all the talks and noises covering this issue, let me restate my official position: Our priority is the rehabilitation of the Diwalwal,” the governor said.

With all the problems surrounding the shortage of rice supply, Gov. Uy proudly shared that Comval is 98% rice sufficient as drawn from the report of nine (9) rice-producing municipalities. In fact, the province is a consistent recipient of Department of Agriculture’s Rice Achiever Award.

For people, he mentioned the programs of the province that are innovative and participatory. The success of the Bayanihan Para saKalusugan – KusinangKalinga (BPsK – KnK) program had inspired the province to bring the BPsK-KnK into a new level. The PLGU plans to conduct a universal feeding, wherein elementary pupils, regardless of their nutritional status will be fed for 120 days during lunchtime in five pilot areas in the province, namely; Upper Ulip ES in Pantukan, Anagase ES in Monkayo, Lono-Lono ES in Mawab, LS Sarmiento ES in Laak and Libuak ES in Maco. The activity is set on October, this year.

The province peace agenda covers two important pursuits, the reduction of crime and curbing agency. The PLGU continue to strengthen the anti-drug abuse councils of every LGU and actively worked for the social and economic reforms in the geographically isolated and disadvantaged communities.

The governor ended his SOPA giving thanks and acknowledging the people behind the province’s achievements and encouraging his fellow public servant, particularly the Sangguniang Panlalawigan members to continuewhat they have started.

“Victories should not stop. It should continue. I intend to keep the bayanihan spirit alive to witness more victories. I intend to keep the vision of our province to see more triumphs. I intend to connect and reach out to more people. I intend to keep the unity. I intend to bring more peace, deliver more progress and change more lives. So that by the time that we rename our province’s name to Davao de Oro by next year, we will be stronger than before,” he said.(Sheldane Mahinay// ID Comval)

Compostela Valley Governor Jayvee Tyron Uy delivered his second State of the Province Address (SOPA) on Tuesday, September 18 at Monkayo Dome, Comval. the SOPA centered on the province’s accomplishment in line with his “One Comval, One vision” highlighting the4Ps of his administration; Planet, Prosperity, People and Peace. (Maryel Lasaca// ID Comval)

SOPA of Governor Uy

Governor Arturo Uy delivered his State of the Provincial Address (SOPA) on February 29, 2012 at the ComVal Capitol.

Topping his achievements for the past year is the TOP 10 Best performing provinces in the Philippines by the DILG. It was attended by local officials, national agencies and new private sector people.