Photo Releases

IN PHOTO | The Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Caraga headed by Venus L. Garcia, as regional head, was recognized by the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA) Caraga led by Regional Director Bonifacio Pulgo as a strong partner in disseminating accurate, relevant and timely information to the public on the efforts of the government in the implementation of the peace and development agenda in Caraga region. On behalf of PIA Caraga, Assistant Regional Head Renelle L. Escuadro received the Plaque of Recognition during the NICA 76th Anniversary Celebration and Stakeholders Fellowship in Butuan City on August 7, 2025. (RLE, PIA Caraga)    

​IN PHOTO | Surigaonon now have their own local milk and other dairy products after the formal opening of the first Dairy Box in Surigao City—a one-stop shop for products from carabao's milk on August 27, 2025, at Purok 5 in Brgy. Trinidad, Surigao City. The new facility was also blessed and formally turned over to the Trinidad Sustainable Livelihood Program Association (SLPA) through the collaboration between the city government, Philippine Carabao Center, Department of Social Welfare and Development Office (DSWD), City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), and the City Veterinary Office. The Dairy Box is also a project of the Philippine Carabao Center at Central Mindanao University in Bukidnon which was established to help local farmers strengthen the dairy industry. Through the Dairy Box, it is now easier for people to buy fresh carabao milk and other products while directly supporting the farmers who make them. ​They offer a variety of local products such as Pastillas...

IN PHOTO | The Caraga Regional Committee for the Welfare of Children (RCWC) conducted a 3-day capacity building for its member-agencies and partners from the private sector from August 26 to 28, 2025 in Butuan City. The topics of the seminar shall be anchored on the theme, "Mainstreaming Children's Rights in Local Governance," highlighting the collective role of the members of the council in partnership with the local government units (LGUs) in safeguarding the rights of children and fostering a safer and more caring environment for them. (NJGD/PIA Caraga)

IN PHOTO | The venue at the Naliyagan Grounds, Capitol Complex, Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur was packed with agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) and agrarian reform beneficiary organizations (ARBOs) for the awaited "Distribution of E-Titles, Certificate of Condonation with Release of Mortgage (COCROM), Certificate of Land Ownership Award (CLOA), and turnover of farm machineries and equipment (FMEs)" on August 14, 2025. The said ceremonial turnover was done by no less than the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Secretary Conrado M. Estrella III. The event formed part of the government's efforts to uplift the lives of the citizens, especially the farmers, by providing them with livelihood opportunities. (NJGD/PIA Caraga)

IN PHOTO | The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Secretary Conrado M. Estrella III, together with Governor Santiago B. Cane Jr. of Agusan del Sur and Governor Nilo P. Demerey of the Province of Dinagat Islands, leads the ribbon-cutting to formally open the ceremonial distribution of E-Titles, Certificates of Condonation with Release of Mortgage (COCROM), Land Acquisition and Distribution (LAD), Regular Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOA), and the turnover of farm machineries and equipment (FMEs) to qualified agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) at the Naliyagan Grounds, Capitol Complex, Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur on August 14, 2025. As part of the program, Sec. Estrella personally tested a 4WD tractor and engaged in conversations with ARBs about the benefits of the newly provided equipment and support programs. (NJGD/PIA Caraga)

IN PHOTO | The Surigao del Norte Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) convened recently for a 3rd quarter meeting to discuss and address key peace and order issues affecting the province held at the Provincial Governor's Conference Room, Surigao City. ​ The council, composed of representatives from various government agencies, law enforcement, and other stakeholders, reviewed the current security landscape, assessed the effectiveness of ongoing peace initiatives, and planned for future collaborative efforts. Key topics discussed included anti-insurgency campaigns, drug-related crimes, disaster preparedness, response and awarding of Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) assistance to former rebels (FRs). ​ The PPOC reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors in the province. The meeting concluded with a renewed sense of purpose and a clear roadmap for addressing the province's most pressing peace and...