
P150 diesel triggers CDO energy emergency
Cagayan de Oro declared an energy emergency after diesel reached ₱150 per liter, unlocking ₱441 million to provide immediate fuel and food subsidies for drivers.
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Cagayan de Oro declared an energy emergency after diesel reached ₱150 per liter, unlocking ₱441 million to provide immediate fuel and food subsidies for drivers.

Cagayan de Oro declared a state of energy emergency to access disaster funds for fuel subsidies, providing immediate ₱7,000 total relief to local motorela drivers.

Over 500 supporters joined the Federation of Free Workers in Initao to stand with Newtech Pulp strikers facing a wage deadlock in Balo-i, Lanao del Norte.

Starting April 8, tricycle drivers in eight Northern Mindanao cities will receive a ₱5,000 DSWD cash grant to mitigate the impact of rising fuel costs.

Rising diesel prices forced PONTRASCO to ground its fleet "until further notice," as LTFRB and DSWD prepare to release emergency subsidies to Northern Mindanao drivers.

Led by Atty. Sonny Matula, the NAGKAISA Labor Coalition demands that the 2016 arbitral victory serve as the mandatory foundation for any diplomatic negotiations with China.

LTFRB Region 10 Director Alexes Joseph Bendijo clarified that PUV drivers cannot mandate fare increases, even as fuel prices are projected to spike by ₱20 per liter.

Rising fuel costs are reshaping Holy Week for Cagayan de Oro residents, with many opting for local church services and home-based sacrifices to save money.

Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy activated Cagayan de Oro’s Incident Management Team to oversee safety, health, and security guidelines for a peaceful Holy Week observance this 2026.

The Federation of Free Workers condemns the violent dispersal of Asia Brewery workers and the sudden, unjust termination of 139 employees, demanding accountability and dialogue.

An Iligan City court has ordered the arrest of three Barangay 31 officials for allegedly misusing ₱151,000 in public funds for a non-existent basketball tournament.

The PHIVIDEC Industrial Authority achieved a record-breaking ₱1.48 billion in 2025 revenue, reinforcing its status as a self-sustaining contributor to national and local economic growth.