Governor Yvonne Rona-Cagas said that the success of attaining this freedom is had also sacrifices as she pointed out that the present generation must learn from the lessons of the past.

"It is now our duty to take advantage of what peace can give to Davsuranon. Our community, our government, our values must be strengthened further. Let us not relax to the peace that could refuel another ideology that may distract our part toward lasting peace," Cagas said.

As the first lady governor of the province, Cagas pledged her motherly love and least of her provincemate, to share her compassion, as she urged everyone to join her in their continued effort towards progressive Davao del Sur.

He said he feels the government's action and concern for the communities by delivering  the various services to the comunities.

“Dakong tabang alang kanamo ang pagtinabangay sa mga ahensiya sa gobierno, probinsiya sa Davao del Sur, ug mga munisipyo sa pagtubag pinaagi sa aksiyon,  sa tanang isyu nga nasinati sa katawhan,” alias Bogart said.

He also recognized the efforts of the different government agencies from the national down to the local government units and everyone that worked together to put an end to the insurgency problem in Davao del Sur.

Guest of honor and speaker during the opening program was Lt. General Greg Almerol, the commander of the Philippine Army's Eastern Mindanao Command.

Prior to the opening program, a motorcade was held which was participated in by all the municipal governments of the province. It was followed by the flag raising ceremony and releasing of doves to symbolize the freedom of Davsuranons. (JSGD/PIA Davao del Sur/Photos by DavSur PIO)