A MEMBER of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) surrendered to government troops in Barangay Diatagon, Lianga, Surigao del Sur on July 1, 2025.
The military only identified him as alias Jexan, one of the remaining CTG members operating in the area, who turned over one AK47 rifle and two anti-personnel mines upon his surrender.
It was the result of collaborative efforts between the 3rd Special Forces Battalion (3SFBn) and concerned local residents who reportedly helped facilitate his peaceful surrender.
Lieutenant Colonel Jason F. Pangandoyon, commanding officer of the 3SFBn, underscored the vital role of community cooperation in the success of localized peace engagement initiatives.
“The surrender of alias Jexan is a product of the strong cooperation between our troops and the local residents who are already weary of the decades-long armed struggle,” Pangandoyon stated. “This act is not just a step toward peace for the individual but also for the entire community.”
Jexan is currently under the custody of the 3SFBn for custodial debriefing, a standard procedure under the government’s Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP). The process aims to thoroughly assess his background and intentions, facilitating his smooth transition back into civilian life.
E-CLIP provides former rebels with a comprehensive package of benefits, including financial assistance, livelihood support, housing, and other social services to aid their reintegration.
The 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division (4ID) continues to call on the remaining members of the CTG to abandon armed struggle and avail themselves of the government’s reintegration programs.
