DWDD: PUBLIC SERVICE | 8IB, LGU render Services to Conflict-Affected communities in Bukidnon

From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Oct 2): PUBLIC SERVICE | 8IB, LGU render Services to Conflict-Affected communities in Bukidnon

IMPASUGONG, Bukidnon (DWDD) – The 8th Infantry Battalion, together with the Local Government Unit of Impasugong delivered basic services and conducted community dialogue to the local residents of SitioKalipayan, BrgyDumalaguing, Impasugong, Bukidnon yesterday, October 1, 2018.

The activity was carried out under the “MagbuligaKoy” Program of the local government unit and the 8IB, which is a convergence program and initiative of the Municipality of Impasugong spearheaded by Hon. Anthony A. Uy, Municipal Mayor. Its aim is to extend the programs of the Local Government to the communities to continuously resolve issues that are being exploited by the CPP-NPA Terrorists in their recruitment efforts.

“Your Philippine Army together with our stakeholders are working hand in hand to support and protect the people in the community who are the main targets for recruitment of CPP-NPA Terrorists.” said Lieutenant Colonel Ronald M Illana, the Commanding Officer of the 8th Infantry Battalion.

“The local government plays a vital role in resolving the issues and problems of the community which is essential in preventing conflicts.” he added.



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