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DCPO chief orders station commanders to intensify patrols

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

CITY POLICE director Col Mannan C. Muarip directed all station commanders to intensify their measures against street-level crime and fortify community relations.

In a late-night strategic meeting on Aug. 26, Muarip gathered all station commanders to remind them about the PNP’s Six-Point Agenda and the DCPO’s D.A.V.A.O. Framework.

During the meeting, Muarip emphasized the importance of “strategic foot patrols” in roads and alleys that are typically inaccessible to police cars and motorcycles. This initiative aims to increase police visibility and deter crime in densely populated and vulnerable areas.

The patrols will be conducted in close coordination with barangay officials, tanods, and police auxiliaries.

He said the directives are part of a comprehensive approach to enhance community engagement and improve public safety.

“Our mission is clear: to ensure every corner of Davao City is safe and secure,” said Muarip.

He stressed that by aligning with the national agenda and adapting to the unique needs of their communities, the DCPO is reaffirming its commitment to serving with integrity, vigilance, and compassion.

The DCPO’s strategy focuses on collaborative leadership, data-driven enforcement, and community-based policing to create a safer Davao for everyone.

Photo courtesy of DCPO

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DCPO reaches out to Muslim community in fight vs. criminality

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) director Col Mannan C. Muarip joined the Muslim community for Salatul Jumu’ah (Friday Prayer) at Masjid Abayon in Calinan on Friday, Aug. 1, as part of the initiative to promote inclusive policing and build stronger relationships.

Following the prayer, Muarip engaged in a dialogue with Muslim religious and community leaders. 

He used the opportunity to seek their active support for the DCPO’s anti-criminality programs, with a particular focus on combating illegal drugs.

In his message, Muarip underscored the devastating impact of drug abuse, describing it as a “social menace that destroys not only the life of the individual involved but also affects families and undermines the well-being and peace of the entire community.”

He emphasized that lasting progress and safety can only be achieved through “collective responsibility and mutual cooperation.”

The engagement reflects the DCPO’s strategy to move beyond traditional law enforcement by promoting trust and a collaborative approach to community issues. 

The discussion was framed around the shared values of righteousness and peace, with the advisory citing an Islamic verse (Surah Al-Ma’idah, 5:2) that encourages cooperation in piety.

“Through respect, dialogue, and cooperation, we can stand united against all forms of criminality and protect the future of our communities,” the DCPO stated, solidifying its message of partnership with the Muslim population in its shared goal of a safe and drug-free society.

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BDO Foundation continues rural health mission

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(First photo) Reception area of San Jose de Buenavista Primary Care Facility. A health worker greets patients with a smile. (Second photo) Turnover and inauguration of the Daanbantayan Primary Care Facility. Rehabilitating facilities to be more patient-centric and conducive to wellness

Several primary care facilities in the provinces of Antique and Cebu received renovation support from BDO Foundation through the recommendation of BDO and BDO Network Bank branches. As part of its long-standing program, the foundation continues its mission to support public health workers and local government units in providing optimal patient care within an environment that is conducive to healing and wellness.

“BDO Foundation prioritizes this mission because we believe in the importance of basic healthcare and its irreplaceable function in a community,” shared BDO Foundation president Mario Deriquito.

The primary care facility serves as the first line of defense for communities in health and wellness. It is a space where children are vaccinated, individuals run to for routine check-ups, and a facility that provides overall basic preventive health care.

The rural health unit rehabilitation program of BDO Foundation is supported by BDO and BDO Network Bank branches. Branch officers, acting beyond their mandate, recommend nearby health centers that would benefit from the program.

“We have branch employees who grew up visiting these health centers, and they are always eager to find ways to support their own community,” he continued.

Rehabilitated facilities in Antique province

BDO Foundation recently rehabilitated four new primary care facilities (PCF). These are Belison Primary Care Facility, San Jose de Buenavista Primary Care Facility, Sibalom Primary Care Facility, and Tobias Fornier Primary Care Facility.

General renovations include improvements in the primary care facilities layout, interiors, and exteriors. In bigger facilities like Tobias Fornier PC, space for the elderly was added. A private breastfeeding area for nursing mothers was added to Belison PCF.

More Cebuanos gaining better access to primary health care

The Daanbantayan Primary Care Facility is the latest rehabilitation project of BDO Foundation in Cebu—the 7th facility in the province. The facility serves more than 33,000 individuals in seven barangays and nearby communities.

The two-story building was renovated to include a private breastfeeding area for nursing mothers, a play area for kids, and a space for the elderly.

Prior to this project, BDO Foundation also turned over the Tuburan Rural Health Unit-I. It is a health center that serves a population of more than 68,000 in 54 barangays—a testament to the foundation’s mission of bringing accessible health care to more Filipinos nationwide.

BDO Foundation aims to strengthen its support for the national health delivery system at the grassroots by continuously rehabilitating more facilities in the years to come.

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