TUBOD, Lanao del Norte (PIA) — The Commission on Elections (COMELEC), the Provincial Joint Security Control Center (PJSCC), and various national government agencies, organized a Unity Walk, candidates’ debriefing and Peace Covenant signing to reinforce the commitment to safe and fair elections in the province.
The event gathered multi-sectoral organizations, religious groups, and government officials.
PJSCC Chairperson and Lanao del Norte Provincial Election Supervisor lawyer Joseph Hamilton Cuevas led the candidates’ briefing and highlighted the importance of integrity in the upcoming elections.
“Today’s unity walk and peace covenant signing symbolize our shared dedication to ensuring a free, transparent, clean, and honest electoral process. We call on the candidates, stakeholders, and supporters to uphold integrity, abide by the campaign rules, and engage in fair and respectful conduct throughout the election period,” he said.
Brig. Gen. Anthon Abrina of the 2nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade assured the military’s support for election security, emphasizing adherence to protocols to maintain order.
Police Regional Office (PRO)-10 Director Police Gen. Jaysen De Guzman called on candidates to help maintain peace during the election season.
“Sana sa inyong lahat, sa ating mga kumakandidato, panatiliin natin ang kapayapaan dito. Pabayaan natin ang mga tao na mag decide kung sino ang gusto nilang maging leader, hindi pwedeng idaan sa dahas, hindi kami papayag,” he said.
(To all candidates, let us maintain peace here. Let the people decide who who they want to be their leader, without resorting to violence. We will not allow that.)
The event concluded with the signing of the Peace Covenant, where candidates pledged to uphold a peaceful, safe, and fair 2025 National and Local Elections. (PIO Lanao del Norte/PIA-10/Lanao del Norte)
