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Northern Mindanao LGUs Shine Brightly

  Triumph in the North: LGUs Shine in Anti-Illegal Drugs Campaign

In a commendable move, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) celebrated the success of 16 local government units (LGUs) in the Northern Mindanao Region for their outstanding performance in the anti-illegal drugs campaign. The recognition came during the prestigious National Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Performance Awards held in Quezon City, where LGUs from four provinces secured "national awardee" status.   Camiguin Province Leads the Way A spotlight on excellence shone over Camiguin province, where all five LGUs—Catarman, Guinsiliban, Mahinog, Mambajao, and Sagay—achieved the distinguished "national awardee" status, setting a remarkable example in the fight against illegal drugs.   Misamis Oriental and Lanao del Norte Recognized Misamis Oriental showcased its commitment to the cause with LGUs from Binuangan, Lagonglong, Laguindingan, Lugait, and Naawan earning well-deserved recognition. Similarly, in Lanao del Norte, the spotlight was on the remarkable efforts of Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Kauswagan, and Sapad.   Bukidnon Stands Tall in the Anti-Drug Campaign Bukidnon province, too, made its mark, with Damulog and Malitbog receiving acknowledgment for their unwavering dedication. All 16 LGUs secured a perfect score of 100 functionality points during the 2022 ADAC Performance Audit, reflecting their exceptional commitment.  

Community-Based Initiatives Earn Accolades

Surpassing conventional expectations, the Municipalities of Binuangan and Maramag in Bukidnon, in tandem with Calamba in Misamis Occidental, received noteworthy acclaim for their exceptional Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Programs (CBDRP). This recognition is particularly significant in addressing the challenges faced by individuals grappling with drug use.   DILG's Benjamin Abalos, Jr. Commends LGUs DILG Secretary Benjamin Abalos, Jr. underscored the pivotal role of LGUs in the government’s anti-drug efforts. Emphasizing the necessity to address the issue at its roots, he stated, "To battle this problem, we must battle it directly to the grassroots, and the battleground is on the LGUs." In a grand recognition ceremony, the DILG lauded these LGUs for their unwavering dedication, setting a commendable benchmark in the nationwide fight against illegal drugs.   Sources: THX News & Philippine News Agency. Read the full article