BONTOC, Mountain Province(PIA)-- Candidates for the upcoming 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections came together for a ‘Peaceful Election Unity Walk’ on September 29 here.
They were joined by officers and personnel of the Philippine National Police, Bureau of Fire Protection, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, Philippine Army, Commission on Election and the local media.
Cordillera Police Regional Director PBGen. David K. Paredo emphasized the significance of the event which aims to foster a peaceful and transparent electoral process. He stressed the necessity of cooperation and involvement of everyone- the police, local government, the candidates, voters and the whole community.
“Kayat tayu ti peaceful, orderly ken honest election, isu ti kayat ti tao. Isu ti purpose na nu apay nga aramiden tayu ti kastoy,” [We want peaceful, orderly and honest election, that is what the people want. That is the purpose why we are doing this activity] he shared.
Mountain Province Police Provincial Director PCol. Sibly P. Dawiguey also encouraged the candidates and the voters to respect each others' rights and opinions, advocate for healthy dialogues, and denounce any form of violence, intimidation, or coercion.
“I urge each and every one of you, whether you are a candidate, a voter, or a concerned citizen, to actively contribute towards a harmonious and civil discourse throughout the election period. Respect the rights and opinions of others, engage in healthy and constructive dialogue, and reject any form of violence, intimidation, or coercion,” he said.
The candidates declared their commitment for a peaceful, orderly and honest elections followed by their integrity pledge led by Atty. Ricardo L. Lampac, Provincial Election Supervisor of COMELEC – Mountain Province.
The candidates and officials signed the Commitment Pledge for a "Secure, Accurate, Free, and Fair Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Election 2023”.(JDP/VJBT-PIA CAR, Mt. Province)
Candidates and officials sign the Commitment Pledge for a "Secure, Accurate, Free, and Fair Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Election 2023.
