Category: Government and Administration Services
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PAGCOR Remits P1 Million To Iloilo
The Iloilo provincial government received P1 million from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) during a courtesy visit today by PAGCOR officials led by Satellite Casino Manager Joel Cantos. Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. received the remittance, which represents the monthly provincial share from the gaming corporation. The funds will support ongoing programs and services…
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Iloilo, MetPower Explore Advanced Solid Waste Management Facility
Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. met today with top executives of MetPower Venture Partners, a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), to discuss the establishment of an advanced solid waste management facility which aims to upgrade the province’s waste disposal and promote circular economy. The meeting was attended by MetPower President and CEO Jose Maria…
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Defensor Orders Stern Crackdown On Vehicular Mishaps, Illegal Drugs
Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. has issued a stern directive to the Iloilo Police Provincial Office (IPPO) to intensify its double-barreled campaign against illegal drugs and the rising incidence of vehicular accidents in the province of Iloilo. The governor made this order during the New Year’s Call of the IPPO led by Provincial Director Bayani Razalan…
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Batiano River Rehab Kicks Off
Municipal officials of Oton led by Mayor Sofronio Fusin received a check amounting to Php 1,131,648.00 for the improvement/rehabilitation of the Batiano River at the Office of Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. this morning. To recall, Gov. Defensor launched last year the Balik-Batiano River Development Project which aims to restore the river’s cultural and historical importance,…
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Brgy. San Antonio, San Miguel’s New Multi-Purpose Hall
Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. graced the blessing and inauguration of the newly constructed Multi-purpose Hall in Barangay San Antonio, San Miguel, Iloilo on December 26, 2025. He was warmly received by Mayor Bonifacio Salapantan, Jr., together with the barangay officials led by Punong Barangay Gerardo Peñas. The new Multi-purpose Hall stands as a significant milestone…
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Mina’s Youth Gets New Safe Space
The future just got a whole lot brighter for the students of Mina National High School with the completion of the Teen Center 2.0 which is a dedicated sanctuary to nurture their mental health, talents, and overall well-being. Yesterday, Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. led the inauguration and turnover of the Mina HILLSIDE Teen Center, the…
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Faith As The Center Of Iloilo’s Festivals
The Iloilo Provincial Government headed by Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. held a mass before the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan Opening Salvo today at the San Jose de Placer Church, highlighting faith as the center of Iloilo’s long-standing festivals. The mass was also attended by Vice Governor Lee Ann Debuque, Board Member Rolando Distura, Provincial Administrator Raul…
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‘Toto Lilo’ Joins Kasadyahan Opening Salvo
Toto Lilo, the official mascot of the Province of Iloilo, joined the Opening Salvo of the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan 2026 today at the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand and the Iloilo Sports Complex. A cheerful Ilonggo boy, Toto Lilo personifies the province’s deep commitment to serving its people. He wears a modern barong adorned with the Iloilo…
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Tawili Festival Of San Rafael
This festival captures the essence of sharing and helping others. Named after the Hiligaynon word for Bayanihan, ‘Tawili’ represents the power of volunteerism and collective action. #KasadyahanSaKabanwahanan2026#FunFoodieFriendlyIloilo#MoRProGResILOILO
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Jimanban Festival Of New Lucena
“𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐠 𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐬” New Lucena’s Jimanban Festival celebrates the town’s agricultural bounty and community life. It symbolizes a fresh start and growth. #kasadyahansakabanwahanan2026#FunFoodieFriendlyIloilo #MoRProGResIloilo