Gov Gonzaga Saluting Heroes: Graces DdOPPO 122nd Police Service Anniversary

In a stirring tribute to the bravery and commitment of law enforcement, Governor Dorothy “Dotdot” M. Gonzaga took center stage at the 122nd Police Service Anniversary celebration of Davao de Oro Provincial Police Office (DdOPPO) held on October 9, 2023, at the Activity Hall, Capitol Building.

Speaking at the event, Gov Gonzaga commended their relentless dedication to public service, acknowledging their sacrifices and pivotal role in ensuring public safety, and offered the snappiest salute to the men and women of DdOPPO headed by PCOL Benedicto F Faco.

“𝑊𝑒 𝑤𝑜𝑢𝑙𝑑 𝑙𝑖𝑘𝑒 𝑡𝑜 𝑟𝑒𝑙𝑎𝑦 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑢𝑡𝑚𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑎𝑝𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑘𝑒𝑒𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑝𝑒𝑎𝑐𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝐷𝑎𝑣𝑎𝑜 𝑑𝑒 𝑂𝑟𝑜 𝑜𝑔 𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑎𝑤 𝑛𝑎𝑚𝑖 𝑠𝑎 𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑠𝑎-𝑡𝑎𝑔𝑠𝑎 𝑘𝑎 𝑚𝑔𝑎 𝑜𝑝𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑎 𝑢𝑔 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑜𝑟 𝑠𝑎 𝑔𝑜𝑏𝑦𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑜, 𝑑𝑖𝑙𝑖 𝑔𝑦𝑢𝑑 𝑛𝑖 𝑚𝑎ℎ𝑖𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝑚𝑎𝑔𝑚𝑎𝑙𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑢𝑠𝑜𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑔 𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑎𝑛 𝑢𝑔 𝑤𝑎𝑙𝑎 𝑝𝑢𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑔 𝑘𝑎𝑝𝑢𝑙𝑖𝑠𝑎𝑛, 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡’𝑠 ℎ𝑜𝑤 𝑠𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑖𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑛𝑡 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑟𝑜𝑙𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑢𝑠”, Gov remarked.

With the theme: “Nagkakaisang Pulisya at Pamayanan tungo sa Mapayapa at Maunland na Bansa,” Gov also underscored the paramount importance of fostering collaboration and everyone’s cooperation in achieving shared goals – more progressive, safer, and resilient communities.

She also added, “The role of our police force is undeniably complex, they are not just enforcers of the law; they are community builders, crisis managers, and often, the first responders in times of need.

Among the celebration’s highlights is the presentation of plaques to outstanding PNP units and personnel in recognition of their exceptional performance in carrying out their duties. Local Chief Executives, stakeholders, and individuals are also acknowledged for their continued support that significantly raises the standards of police service.

In addition, DDOPPO received the Best Provincial Mobile Force Company award in the region and showcased various types of PNP uniforms and mobility assets presented on a static display at Gaisano Grand Mall of Nabunturan.

Gov Gonzaga concluded his remarks by challenging the police force: ‘let’s make this electoral process better than the rest we’ve had, simply by making it one of the most peaceful elections — a goal achievable through your support.’ (𝑅. 𝐻𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑧𝑎𝑛𝑜)