A former platoon leader of the Guerrilla Front 55 of the communist New People’s Army (NPA) operating in Davao region, who recently yielded to authorities, has expressed his intention to join the Philippine Army.
Alias Adrian (not his real name) has already pledged his allegiance to the government and vowed to return to the mainstream society after years of spending his life with the rebels.
He yielded to authorities last June 6 in the town of New Corella in Davao del Norte.
Col. Harold Cabreros, commander of the 1003rd Infantry Brigade of the Army told reporters here that they were already working for the special enlistment of Adrian to the military force.
“Pwede naman silang maging member ng Army (They can become members of the Army).”
He emphasized that the government has no intention of ruining the lives of rebels, especially those who decided to come back to normal lives.
“The government helps the former rebels rebuild their lives in their respective communities through support programs and projects,” he added.
Cabreros also clarified that Adrian’s case was similar to those rebels who pursued their intention to join the Army and were now active members of the organization.
He cited the case of a wounded lady NPA fighter who was captured by the Army after an encounter in Davao region.
“The Army treated her and even supported her schooling. Now she is a member of the military with a rank of Corporal.”
But Cabreros also stressed that Adrian will still have to go through a process and certain qualifications before he can be enlisted in the Army.
“It is possible for him to be enlisted with the Army. When he yielded he also surrendered his M-16 rifle,” Cabreros said.
http://www.mb.com.ph/former-npa-leader-wants-to-join-army/
Alias Adrian (not his real name) has already pledged his allegiance to the government and vowed to return to the mainstream society after years of spending his life with the rebels.
He yielded to authorities last June 6 in the town of New Corella in Davao del Norte.
Col. Harold Cabreros, commander of the 1003rd Infantry Brigade of the Army told reporters here that they were already working for the special enlistment of Adrian to the military force.
“Pwede naman silang maging member ng Army (They can become members of the Army).”
He emphasized that the government has no intention of ruining the lives of rebels, especially those who decided to come back to normal lives.
“The government helps the former rebels rebuild their lives in their respective communities through support programs and projects,” he added.
Cabreros also clarified that Adrian’s case was similar to those rebels who pursued their intention to join the Army and were now active members of the organization.
He cited the case of a wounded lady NPA fighter who was captured by the Army after an encounter in Davao region.
“The Army treated her and even supported her schooling. Now she is a member of the military with a rank of Corporal.”
But Cabreros also stressed that Adrian will still have to go through a process and certain qualifications before he can be enlisted in the Army.
“It is possible for him to be enlisted with the Army. When he yielded he also surrendered his M-16 rifle,” Cabreros said.
http://www.mb.com.ph/former-npa-leader-wants-to-join-army/
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