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Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano says the Philippines is facing a ‘crisis of hope’ as he outlined the key challenges confronting both the Marcos administration and the nation.
In an ambush interview following the opening of the Second Regular Session of the 20th Congress on Monday, Cayetano discussed issues he believes the government must address as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. prepares to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona).
Hours before his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday afternoon, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has received a ‘failed’ mark again from Amnesty International (AI) Philippines, drawing heavy criticism for his administration’s track record on human rights and social justice.
In its 2025-2026 assessment, the human rights watchdog highlighted the President’s apparent failure to deliver on three critical fronts: the protection of human rights defenders (HRDs), the defense of press freedom, and the advancement of climate justice.
AI Philippines noted that these shortcomings compound the administration’s regressions from the previous years.
Prior assessments flagged the government’s ‘inability to prevent worsening’ human rights violations, specifically pointing to deteriorating access to health care, compromised labor security, and ineffective crackdowns on corruption.
With the Marcos administration entering its final two years, AI Philippines emphasized that these failures are recurring and require urgent intervention.
‘His government must decide now whether it will continue to protect power and privilege or finally uphold the rights of every Filipino,’ the group stated.
Nigeria’s Consul-General in Johannesburg, Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, has accused South African police of using tactics that led to the death of Nigerian national Ibeh Chika Simon during an arrest operation in Cape Town.
Simon, 42, collapsed and died last Thursday while officers were attempting to place him under arrest.
Preliminary post-mortem findings revealed that he sustained multiple bruises and abrasions on his chest and back.
Okey-Uche said Nigeria was ‘deeply appalled by reports of the egregious police tactics that led to his death.’
She demanded a transparent investigation, warning of what she described as an alarming pattern of unresolved extrajudicial killings, deaths and police misconduct against foreign nationals in South Africa.
‘Suspects are entitled to due process in a court of law; no authority should be above it,’ the envoy said.
South Africa’s Independent Police Investigative Directorate has opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Simon’s death.
Western Cape police claimed Simon became unwell and collapsed while officers were trying to arrest him.
Police spokesperson Col Andre Traut said officers were searching a house when they allegedly discovered an unlicensed firearm and substances suspected to be drugs.
According to Traut, paramedics were called after Simon collapsed, but he was declared dead at the scene.
The Nigerian envoy also disclosed that another Nigerian, Egwabor Patrick Chuks, was allegedly shot during the same police operation.
Chuks was reportedly taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Western Cape police, however, said they had no record of the alleged shooting.
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described Simon’s death as ‘a very unfortunate situation.’
Ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa said Nigerian authorities were following developments surrounding the case.
South Africa’s Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration also confirmed that Simon’s death was under investigation.
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, who chairs the committee, claimed that some foreign nationals resisted law enforcement officers during the operation.
Simon’s death comes amid renewed concern over the treatment of Nigerians and other foreign nationals by South African security operatives.
Another Nigerian, Emeka Charles Iroegbu, reportedly died during a South African police operation in June.
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate is also investigating Iroegbu’s death.
Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman of the MVP Group, reflects on why truth, institutional integrity, and courageous leadership remain indispensable to business, democracy, and nation-building as The Philippine STAR celebrates 40 years.
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‘If you are helping record history, then you must record the truth.’
For Manuel V. Pangilinan, truth has never been an abstract ideal.
It is practical. Necessary. Foundational.
Long before conversations about artificial intelligence, social media algorithms, and misinformation reshaped public discourse, Pangilinan believed that every sound decision – whether in business, leadership, or public life – begins with one question:
What is true?
This conviction explains why, despite living in an age of instant information, his mornings still begin with newspapers rather than a phone. He reads The Philippine STAR and BusinessWorld before arriving at the office, where publications such as The Financial Times continue his daily routine. For him, established journalism carries something increasingly valuable in today’s information economy: responsibility.
“In our college days,” he reflects, “the equivalent of today’s internet was the library.”
Students depended on trusted references because decisions demanded reliable information. Technology has dramatically expanded access to knowledge, but it has not eliminated the responsibility of discerning what deserves to be believed.
“The internet can be easily manipulated,” Pangilinan says.
“Images can be altered, text can be revised, and misinformation can spread quickly. That’s why credible journalism continues to have an important role.”
As The Philippine STAR marks its 40th anniversary under the campaign theme WHERE TRUTH SHINES, Pangilinan’s reflections become more than a tribute to one newspaper:
they become an affirmation of why institutions committed to truth remain essential to the future of democracy itself.
Institutions that protect democracy
Asked why it is important to invest in The Philippine STAR, Pangilinan immediately broadens the conversation beyond media and business.
He speaks, instead, about institutions.
“The strength of Philippine democracy depends on the strength of its institutions,” he says.
Those institutions extend beyond government. Universities, churches, civil society, and responsible media all play indispensable roles in safeguarding public trust and helping citizens distinguish fact from misinformation.
Their purpose, he says, is ultimately the same: to serve the people.
Institutions that survive are those capable of resisting pressure while remaining faithful to the public interest. In a society increasingly shaped by competing narratives, their role becomes even more vital.
This belief also explains the MVP Group’s long-standing relationship with The Philippine STAR. Before becoming investors, Pangilinan says they carefully considered who their partners would be.
They found confidence in the newspaper’s leadership and its ability to navigate an increasingly complex media landscape while preserving editorial quality.
Just as importantly, he emphasizes that the relationship succeeds because editorial independence remains respected.
“We do not interfere in the running of The Philippine STAR,” he says simply.
“Editorial independence matters.”
Leadership begins with reality
Pangilinan approaches leadership using much the same philosophy.
Business decisions, he says, cannot be based on assumptions or wishful thinking. They must begin with reality.
“The first step in solving any problem is recognizing that a problem exists,” he says. “If you don’t believe there is a problem, then that itself becomes the problem.”
For Pangilinan, accountability naturally follows truth.
Organizations improve when leaders acknowledge difficult realities instead of avoiding them. Nations progress when citizens take responsibility for their roles.
Even when truth is uncomfortable, he believes it remains the only reliable starting point for meaningful action.
Sometimes, he says, “the truth is difficult to accept.”
“Tanggapin at harapin.” (Accept it. Face it.)
These principles have long shaped the culture within the MVP Group, where governance systems encourage employees to speak honestly, even when the message is difficult.
“We don’t like surprises,” Pangilinan explains.
“If there is a problem, tell us. If you think I am wrong, tell me I am wrong.”
Rather than rewarding only positive news, organizations should create environments where difficult truths are welcomed, because those are often where the greatest opportunities for improvement begin.
Truth needs courageous people
Truth requires more than systems. It requires courage.
Pangilinan readily acknowledges that many people hesitate to tell the truth because doing so often carries personal consequences.
Employees fear losing their jobs. Citizens fear retaliation. Leaders resist criticism.
This is precisely why institutions matter, he argues. They should protect those willing to speak honestly rather than punish them for doing so.
Today’s digital landscape makes that responsibility even more urgent, since information now travels instantly. The loudest voices frequently shape public opinion first, regardless of accuracy.
Technology itself is neither good nor bad. Its impact depends largely on the quality of the information flowing through it.
As the leader of one of the country’s leading telecommunications groups, Pangilinan recognizes this distinction.
Connectivity enables information to move. Responsible journalism determines whether that information deserves to be trusted.
“Where responsibility becomes especially important is in content creation,” he says.
“That is where responsibility lies: ensuring that the information being distributed is accurate and responsible.”
Building the future together
Nation-building, Pangilinan believes, requires more than inspiring slogans.
It requires institutions willing to ask difficult questions and help citizens understand how ambitious ideas become practical realities.
Pangilinan says responsible journalism should not stop at announcing plans. It should explain what success demands, from investments in technology and infrastructure, to stronger universities and a more highly-skilled workforce.
Media, in other words, helps transform aspiration into informed public conversation.
As The Philippine STAR celebrates four decades, Pangilinan congratulates the institution on a remarkable milestone while offering a reminder that reflects both business wisdom and editorial responsibility.
Success, he says, is never permanent. The future will be more complex, technology will continue evolving, and journalism will have to evolve alongside it.
Yet amid all that change, one principle must remain constant.
“As Philip Graham famously said,” Pangilinan reflects, “newspapers are the first draft of history.”
“If you are helping record history, then you must record the truth.”
For forty years, The Philippine STAR has sought to illuminate that truth. The challenge and the opportunity for the next forty years is to ensure that it continues to shine.
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) is looking to strengthen its debt recovery drive by divesting its interests in telecommunications giant NTEL, following the recovery of N165 billion in distressed assets during the first half of 2026.
Gbenga Alade, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of AMCON, disclosed this during an interactive session with senior media executives in Lagos at the weekend. He said the planned sale of NTEL/NATCOM follows the successful divestment of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) and forms part of the Corporation’s strategy to maximise value from distressed assets while attracting credible strategic investors.
According to Alade, AMCON has commenced a transparent and structured divestment programme for NTEL, the successor company to the defunct Nigerian Telecommunications Limited (NITEL), after repositioning the company through a comprehensive three-pronged transformation strategy.
He described the transformation of NTEL as one of AMCON’s most promising asset recovery and investment success stories, expressing confidence that the telecommunications company has been repositioned to attract world-class investors.
‘The repositioning effort is designed to maximise value, strengthen operational competitiveness and prepare the business for long-term sustainability under new investment,’ Alade said.
He added that the revitalisation of NTEL represented a significant milestone in unlocking the value of Nigeria’s legacy telecommunications assets, noting that the infrastructure remains an important part of the country’s telecom history.
‘The remarkable transformation of NTEL is poised to become one of AMCON’s most notable success stories in the telecommunications sector. We have full confidence in the Board and Management of NTEL/NATCOM as they continue to demonstrate experience, innovation, diligence and commitment towards positioning this Nigerian-owned company to compete favourably with its peers both locally and internationally,’ he said.
Alade said AMCON would continue to provide updates as the divestment progresses, reaffirming the Corporation’s commitment to transparency throughout the exercise.
The AMCON boss also highlighted the Corporation’s improved operational performance, revealing that it recovered approximately N165 billion between January and June 2026, representing a 64 percent increase over the N107 billion recovered during the corresponding period of 2025. He added that the Corporation maintained a low cost-to-recovery ratio of 2.3 percent, reflecting improved efficiency in its recovery operations.
According to him, the telecommunications divestment aligns with AMCON’s statutory mandate to maximise value from distressed assets, support economic growth and strengthen confidence in Nigeria’s financial system.
Alade also announced that AMCON recently secured what he described as a landmark Supreme Court judgment that would have far-reaching implications for debt recovery in Nigeria.
He said the apex court affirmed that the AMCON Act constitutes a special legal regime that should be interpreted purposively, given that the Corporation was established to address the financial crisis arising from the systemic banking challenges of 2008.
The Supreme Court also ruled that AMCON is exempt from the payment of stamp duties and confirmed that, regardless of the size of an obligor’s indebtedness, the Corporation has the statutory authority to dispose of collateral assets in enforcing its rights and recovering outstanding debts.
‘While we celebrate this landmark judgment and several other legal successes, we are not resting on our oars. We remain mindful of the various tactics employed by recalcitrant obligors to frustrate the Corporation’s operations,’ Alade said.
Responding to calls by some individuals for AMCON to be wound down, Alade alleged that many of those advocating the Corporation’s closure are debtors seeking to frustrate its recovery efforts.
He stressed that decisions regarding the Corporation’s sunset remain the exclusive prerogative of its Board and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), adding that AMCON remains focused on recovering outstanding debts on behalf of the Nigerian people.
Alade said the Corporation has continued to strengthen collaboration with debt recovery partners, solicitors and receiver managers through regular engagements aimed at improving the effectiveness of its recovery strategies.
‘We regularly engage and sensitise our debt recovery partners, solicitors and receiver managers on the unique provisions of the AMCON Act. This ensures that when they appear in court on matters concerning the Corporation, they are fully conversant with both the facts and the applicable legal framework,’ he said.
He added that AMCON has reviewed the commission structure for debt recovery agents and partners in response to prevailing economic realities.
‘In recognition of their commitment, and in response to prevailing economic realities, the Corporation has reviewed the commission structure for debt recovery agents and partners across the board. Together, we remain confident that we will continue to achieve significant success in our recovery efforts,’ Alade said.
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The Founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has cautioned young Nigerians against sports betting, warning that it is not a pathway to financial freedom or lasting prosperity.
Speaking during a sermon on Sunday, Oyedepo urged youths to abandon the pursuit of quick wealth through gambling, describing it as a habit capable of destroying their future and destiny.
He maintained that genuine success comes through hard work, discipline and patience, not through games of chance.
‘Young people, Naija Bet is not the way to financial fortune. Stop wasting your destiny, stop wasting your destiny, stop wasting your destiny. I have never been once deceived. Stop!’ he said.
The cleric encouraged young people to remain steadfast even when success appears slow, stressing that achievements built on integrity and diligence are more sustainable.
‘Things may be slow, but it is sure,’ he added.
To underscore the importance of gratitude and faithfulness, Oyedepo recounted how he honoured the woman who introduced him to Christianity when he was 15 years old.
According to him, he presented her with a car on his 60th birthday, decades after she led him to Christ.
‘My mother of faith led me to Christ at 15. When I turned 60, I got her a car that they took to her place in the U.S., she wept. You had better wake up,’ he said.
The Lagos Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, established to enhance public transportation in the state, has now become a daily struggle for commuters, as many spend hours in queues, losing productive hours at bus parks, and arriving at their destinations late.
The BRT buses are struggling to meet demand, as thousands of commuters who rely on them for a faster, more convenient mode of transportation now worry about the availability of buses.
Commuters said long queues at bus terminals have become a routine in Lagos, with some reporting delays of over two hours before boarding a bus.
Happy Uchendu, who spoke to BusinessDay, said the BRT bus shortage has become a daily ordeal, noting that she spends between two and three hours waiting for a bus to take her to work.
‘I’ve gotten to the park around past eight in the morning and stayed there till almost 11:00 am because of the queue, and there was no bus available to carry passengers.
‘Especially at this Super BRT park. I like using BRT because they have their own lane, which makes the journey faster, but I mostly wait for hours. I was so destabilised that day; I was already tired before getting to work,’ Uchendu said.
Another commuter, identified as Esther Okebiyi, described her experience at the Obalende terminal, raising concerns about officials saying, ‘They are always partial, there will be a queue waiting for bus and when it finally arrives, you’ll see like three people in it, and the officials will not do anything about it because they’ve been payed off, sometimes they will tell passengers that they are LAMATA officials, like the people on the queue are not humans.
Okebiyi said at Leventis Park, passengers collect numbers to queue before boarding a bus, but some individuals can collect numbers for like five of their friends who are yet to get to the park, and officials there allow it.
She called on the state government to provide more buses and make sure they organise frequent orientation for their staff who work at the park to stop giving preferential treatment to a certain set of individuals.
‘The government needs to do something about this because it isn’t fair; a system established to ease transportation in the state is what is frustrating residents,’ Okebiyi said.
As seen in several BRT parks, the shrinking fleet has led to passengers struggling to board, especially during peak hours, standing in long queues and causing delays for commuters.
According to a report by global market research firm Euromonitor International, Touch and Pay (TAP) Technologies Limited, the fintech company behind the Cowry card for Lagos’ train and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems, has driven a 291 percent surge in closed-loop prepaid card usage between 2021 and 2024, reflecting the increasing reliance on the state’s mass transit system and adoption of cashless transport payments.
Some are also seen standing in these buses because they can’t stand in the queue for long, but would rather stand all through their journey.
Gabriel Olatunji said buses often arrive late or fail to depart on schedule, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded in queues for hours.
‘After standing for hours in the queue, my plan for the day is already scattered because the time I’m supposed to use for another thing, I’m using it to wait for a bus that I’m not even certain of the time it will arrive.
‘When I close from work, I also get home much later than planned,’ Olatunji said.
Expressing frustration, Ken Layefa said he has been delayed at the bus terminal several times, especially at the Leventis terminal on the Island.
‘I have spent over three hours in the queue because officials refused to load despite having buses available. It disrupted my schedule; I was unproductive while in the queue and got home late and exhausted.
‘When I can’t get a BRT bus, I use yellow buses, but I spend double of my budgeted fare for the day and spend more time in traffic,’ Layefa said.
He urged the government to provide more buses and get the rickety ones off the road and create a flexible complaint system where commuters can easily report officials who deliberately create delays for personal gain.
The BRT system, regulated by LAMATA and currently operated by multiple bus operating companies, was opened on March 17, 2008, to improve mobility and transport affordability in the state by facilitating the movement of people through a high-quality, high-performance bus rapid transit system.
Since its launch, it has expanded from 100 to over 1,000 buses. However, Lagos, which had an estimated 9.8 million residents when it started operations, has climbed to roughly 17.2 million (2025), leaving the BRT underserving the number of people relying on the system.
Kolawole Ojelabi, head of corporate communication, LAMATA, said bus availability for BRT operations is dependent on scheduled maintenance, fleet rehabilitation, and vehicle availability.
Ojelabi, however, noted that the current operational fleet is not enough to cater to the mobility needs of the city, attributing the shortage of BRT buses to an ageing fleet and the retirement of buses that have reached the end of their economic life, high procurement costs for new buses due to exchange rate fluctuations and inflation, rising maintenance costs, and delays in the supply of spare parts.
‘Limited access to affordable long-term financing for fleet replacement and expansion, and operational challenges, including vandalism, accidents, road traffic congestion at mixed points on the BRT corridor and occasional disruption on dedicated BRT lanes,’ he said, are major reasons for this deficit.
Ojelabi said that there are plans to deploy additional BRT buses to the ones available, noting that the Lagos State government is working with the private sector to increase bus capacity through the procurement of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric buses through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model to improve service delivery and expand its fleet.
‘While procurement and deployment are being implemented in phases, the exact timelines depend on funding availability and supporting infrastructure such as depots, charging stations, and CNG refuelling facilities, which we are mobilising private investors to do.
‘Operational measures are being implemented to improve passenger experience, including progressive deployment of rescue buses where available, rehabilitation and return to service of grounded buses, improved scheduling and fleet allocation based on passenger demand,’ Ojelabi said.
He further said that ongoing investments in fleet expansion, cleaner-energy buses, infrastructure upgrades, and service modernisation are expected to improve service quality and enhance the commuting experience for residents in the coming years.
The Police Regional Office 13 (PRO 13) has deployed 2,913 personnel across the Caraga region as part of security measures for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday in Quezon City, Metro Manila.
There have been no anti-SONA rallies held in urban areas in Caraga Region, including the cities of Butuan, Surigao, Bayugan, Cabadbaran, Bislig and Tandag.
.PRO 13 said police officers were assigned to checkpoints, traffic and route security, patrol operations, quick-response teams, medical units and civil disturbance management contingents.
Other support units were also strategically positioned across the region to maintain peace and order and respond to possible security incidents during the Sona.
All police units in Caraga were placed on full alert, with authorities intensifying police visibility and intelligence monitoring.
PRO 13 said it was also coordinating with local government units, other government agencies and concerned stakeholders to address security threats and public safety concerns.
Brig. Gen. Marcial Mariano Magistrado IV, PRO 13 director, said police personnel had been instructed to observe maximum tolerance and comply with established Philippine National Police protocols, particularly in dealing with demonstrations and public assemblies.
‘We assure the public of our unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and order, safeguarding our communities, and ensuring a safe and secure environment throughout the SONA period,’
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) removed Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions Inc. from the benchmark PSE Index (PSEi), replacing it with newly listed Maynilad Water Services Inc. following its latest review of the local bourse’s indices.
In a memorandum issued on Monday, the PSE said it based the changes on its regular review of trading activity from July 2025 to June 2026 and applied its Policy on Index Management. The changes will take effect on Aug. 3, 2026.
Aside from losing its spot in the 30-member PSEi, Converge joined the PSE MidCap Index alongside Philex Mining Corp., replacing Asia United Bank Corp.
The review also brought several changes to sector indices. Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. joined the PSE Dividend Yield Index, while Bank of Commerce and National Reinsurance Corp. of the Philippines entered the Financials Index.
The PSE added Basic Energy Corp., Maynilad, and Top Line Business Development Corp. to the Industrial Index, replacing Concepcion Industrial Corp., Pryce Corp., and Vitarich Corp. Meanwhile, Lopez Holdings Corp. joined the Holding Firms Index.
The Property Index dropped Vista Land and Lifescapes Inc. and VREIT Inc., while the Services Index removed AllDay Marts Inc. and AllHome Corp. Meanwhile, the PSE added Philodrill Corp. to the Mining and Oil Index.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office 7’s Walang Gutom Kitchen (WGK) Cebu has served more than 10,700 free, warm, and nutritious meals to vulnerable individuals and families during its first month of operations while also linking clients to various government social protection services.
Since President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led its launch on June 22, the community kitchen has served a total of 10,796 meals as of July 22, including 7,776 lunch meals and 3,020 breakfast meals.
The beneficiaries include vulnerable individuals and families, persons experiencing homelessness, senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), low-income workers, and other walk-in clients experiencing involuntary hunger.
DSWD-7 Director Shalaine Marie Lucero, in a statement, said the department introduced several client-centered innovations during the kitchen’s first month to improve service delivery.
These include priority lanes for senior citizens, PWDs, and pregnant women; specially prepared kiddie meals; a kiddie corner for children; and a client satisfaction survey under the agency’s HAPSAY initiative.
‘We have seen that the number of beneficiaries of the Walang Gutom Kitchen continues to grow. That is why we have opened opportunities for volunteers to support the initiative. Through this, we hope to showcase the true Filipino spirit of bayanihan by encouraging everyone to take part in advancing client-centered government programs,’ Lucero said.
She added that the kitchen has also become a venue for family bonding, particularly on Sundays, with some families regularly visiting the facility to share meals while reducing their food expenses.
‘The kitchen also became a venue for family bonding, especially on Sundays, when parents and their children share meals together,’ Lucero said.
Initially operating as a lunch-only facility, the WGK expanded its services on July 11 to include breakfast, enabling more individuals to receive nutritious meals before heading to work or school.
Meals are prepared based on the Department of Health’s Pinggang Pinoy nutritional guide and are designed by DSWD nutritionist-dietitians to meet the go, grow, and glow nutritional requirements.
Beyond serving meals, the WGK also functions as a one-stop social protection hub under the DSWD’s Pag-abot Program, where clients are assessed and referred to appropriate interventions and government services.
From June 22 to July 21, a total of 79 individuals and families in street situations were profiled through the kitchen’s convergence services. These included 64 individuals in street situations and 15 families in street situations.
Of the total, 24 clients were admitted to the Pag-abot Processing Center in Liloan, Cebu, including 20 individuals and four families, where they received case management and other social interventions.
Depending on their assessment, beneficiaries may receive temporary shelter, family reunification, transportation assistance, psychosocial support, livelihood and employment referrals, and referrals to other government agencies and partner organizations.
For many beneficiaries, the program has also eased the burden of daily food expenses, allowing them to allocate their limited income to other essential needs such as medicines, transportation, rent, and their children’s education.
One of them is 62-year-old PWD Maximo Hinon of Kinasang-an, Pardo, Cebu City, who said the program has helped him save money after suffering a stroke and relying solely on his monthly pension.
‘Pasalamat ko aning project ka kay nakatabang-tabang sa kawad-on, ilabi namong wala nay panginabuhian, nakatabang gyud siya,’ Hinon said.
‘Maayo kaayo sila moserbisyo, limpyo sad kaayo, nindot pagka-arrange, hapsay, way samok or bisan unsa pa diha, diretso ra ug walay kuskus balungos,’ he added.
The WGK Cebu is open daily, including weekends and holidays, from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Breakfast starts at 6 a.m., while lunch is served beginning at 11 a.m. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with at least 250 meals prepared for each meal service or until supplies last.
Located at Pier 4, OKK Square Unit along Arellano Boulevard corner General Maxilom Extension in Cebu City, the facility continues to serve as both a community kitchen and a gateway to DSWD social protection services for individuals and families experiencing involuntary hunger.