Fuel Boost for CDO Cabbies: Marcos' P5K Lifeline Hits the Streets!

COURTESY: PIA 10

Cagayan de Oro City just got a much-needed fuel subsidy wave, and taxi drivers are breathing easier. On April 8, a total of 281 taxi drivers in Cagayan de Oro City received P5,000 each as part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to help transport workers battling rising fuel prices. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board Region 10 (LTFRB-10) led the charge under the Department of Transportation (DOTr) program.

Moreover, the initial batch grabbed their cash right away. Those not on the list got a clear nudge: open a GCash or Maya account so the money flows straight to them. LTFRB-10 Regional Director Alexes Joseph Bendijo made sure everyone heard the plan loud and clear.

Taxi Operators Join the Party – Extra Help Rolling In

Bendijo also announced that taxi operators will pocket P2,000 each to keep their daily operations humming smoothly. This creative support keeps wheels turning even when pump prices bite hard. Consequently, drivers feel the direct impact on their pockets and routes.

Furthermore, recipient Nestor Visto shared his relief: the P5,000 will ease fuel expenses amid tough times. He thanked LTFRB and hoped for bigger solutions to the fuel problem. As a result, the program builds real hope on the ground.

LTFRB-10 promises more distributions through on-site cash and electronic transfers. Drivers struggling with e-wallets can simply visit the office for quick help. Thus, the subsidy keeps flowing to those who need it most in Cagayan de Oro City. 

Igniting Real Change: Northern Mindanao’s GAD Communication Revolution Sparks Now!

COURTESY: PIA 10

The Signing That Powers Up Gender Equality

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Philippine Commission on Women-North Mindanao Field Office (PCW-NMFO) and the Philippine Information Agency (PIA)-10 sign a memorandum of agreement on March 26. They strengthen gender and development (GAD) communication in Northern Mindanao. Signatories include PCW Executive Director Nharleen Santos-Millar, PIA-10 Regional Head Franklin Gumapon, Regional Gender and Development Committee-10 Chairperson and Commission on Population and Development-10 Regional Director Neil Aldrin Omega, and PIA-10 Information Officer Retchie Paculba. So they launch the partnership with clear purpose.  

Under the agreement, PIA-10 features PCW-NMFO programs in its NorMin Plus e-magazine. They allocate two pages for gender and development content.  

Fresh Tools That Make Equality Easy to See and Share

PIA-10 and PCW-NMFO co-develop the “Giya sa Gender-Sensitibo nga Pagbalita.” They create a digital media guide for private media, regional line agencies, local government units, and information officers of state universities and colleges. Moreover, this guide supports stakeholders in delivering gender-responsive services and reporting.  

They also co-produce “AlaGAD sa DYES,” a quarterly video magazine. It features initiatives, women’s stories, and gender and development practices. The first video magazine appears during the signing and covers gender-fair language, Pasundayag, and a “Myth vs. Fact” on GAD concepts.

U.S. Troops in CDO? Chill, It's Just Training Vibes!

COURTESY: PIA 10

Cagayan de Oro City recently saw some buzz when U.S. military personnel showed up at Lumbia Air Base. Residents started whispering about connections to Middle East Global Conflicts involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. Col. Anselmo A. Ty quickly stepped in to clear the air. He explained everything calmly on March 16.

No Drama, Just Disaster-Ready Drills

The U.S. presence stays temporary and focuses purely on training. Lumbia Air Base operates under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA). This pact pushes infrastructure upgrades that boost logistics and disaster response. Ty emphasized these facilities help deliver humanitarian assistance and strengthen joint exercises for disaster preparedness.

The troops participate in Freedom Banner and Balikatan Exercises alongside the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Marine Corps. These activities run until the end of March 2026. Everyone coordinates closely with local government and partner agencies, so nothing happens without proper notice.

Why This Actually Helps Kagay-anons

This cooperation sharpens skills for Philippine Air Force members and even City Disaster Response teams. Residents gain stronger protection against typhoons and other calamities through better training. Ty reassured everyone—no cause for alarm exists. The focus remains on readiness, not regional tensions. Northern Mindanao stays peaceful while building real capability together.