Bong Go aids Davao tanods, purok presidents

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Bong Go extended assistance to barangay watchmen and purok presidents in Lupon town in Davao Oriental on Friday, as recognition of their contributions to maintaining peace and order and the service they give to grassroots communities.

Go distributed financial aid, food packs, shirts, pens and basketballs to 500 barangay officers. Shoes, watch, bicycle and cellphone were also raffled off.

The senator has consistently emphasized the importance of supporting barangay functionaries, recognizing their responsibilities as frontline public servants who work closely with residents and local authorities.

To strengthen local governance and improve the welfare of its officials and personnel, Go filed Senate Bill 178, or the proposed Magna Carta for Barangays, which seeks to provide stronger institutional support and benefits for barangay workers.

Aside from extending assistance, Go told residents that he has raised the issue of recurring electricity interruptions in Davao Oriental to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines, saying the NGCP and Davao Oriental Electric Cooperative should improve its services to resolve the problem.

Go also encouraged residents experiencing medical difficulties to seek assistance, reiterating his commitment to making government services more accessible to those in need.