Day: March 6, 2025

Manila: The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is set to undergo a “full system overhaul” this year through a strategic partnership with US-based Collins Aerospace, as announced by the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) on Thursday. This initiative aims to transform NAIA into a modern and efficient airport, enhancing its stature as a world-class gateway. According to Philippines News Agency, NNIC President Ramon Ang emphasized the significance of this long-awaited modernization. Ang stated that the advancements will position NAIA as one of the leading airports in the region. The collaboration with Collins Aerospace will see a dedicated support team deployed

Zamboanga City: Authorities arrested six suspects and confiscated PHP10.2 million worth of illegal drugs in separate anti-drug operations in Zamboanga City and Zamboanga del Sur province on Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Zamboanga Peninsula (PDEA-9) reported that the largest seizure, PHP6.8 million worth of shabu, occurred in Zamboanga City. PDEA-9 Director Maharani Gadaoni-Tosoc stated that four high-value targets (HVTs) – Eldrian Alvarez, 20; Jason Orquijo, 39; Alrakib Dasid, 36; and Ellan Testado, 42 – were arrested in a buy-bust operation in Barangay San Roque. Seized from them were a kilo of suspected shabu,

Ilocos Norte: The Ilocos Norte Electric Cooperative (INEC) has launched an investigation after discovering that approximately 600 member-consumers are not registered within its system. This revelation was made public by acting general manager Cipriano Martinez during a press conference held at the INEC main office in Dingras town. According to Philippines News Agency, these unregistered consumers are believed to be a significant factor contributing to the high systems loss charges currently impacting registered consumers. Martinez emphasized the urgency of addressing this issue, stating, “Whether it is intentional or not, we really need to correct that.” He elaborated that INEC member-consumers

Caraga: Seventy local government units (LGUs) in the Caraga region, encompassing five provinces, six cities, and 59 municipalities, have been honored with the 2024 Seal of Good Financial Housekeeping (SGFH) Award. The announcement was made on Thursday, highlighting the commitment of these LGUs to maintaining high standards of accounting and auditing, as evidenced by receiving either an unqualified or qualified opinion from the Commission on Audit. According to Philippines News Agency, the SGFH is a component of the broader Seal of Good Local Governance, which serves to recognize LGUs that adhere to rigorous financial standards. Surigao del Sur Governor Alexander

Manila: Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Joel Viado on Thursday ordered the immediate preventive suspension of immigration personnel involved in the escape of a high-profile South Korean fugitive. He also vowed a full-blown crackdown on rogue immigration officers and warned that “heads will roll” over the incident. According to Philippines News Agency, the BI chief, Joel Viado, expressed his determination to hold all those involved accountable, stating, “This is a direct and undeniable breach of duty. Walang palusot, walang sisihan, lahat ng sangkot mananagot (No excuses. No blaming. All those involved would be held accountable). We will not tolerate negligence,