Office of Governor Atty. Jose V. Gambito

29/05/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒| 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠-𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚, 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐆,𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚—Beneficiaries with hearing impairment expressed gratitude to the provincial government of Nueva Vizcaya and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) after receiving financial assistance intended to help them acquire better hearing devices.

Among the recipients were 88-year-old Melencio Eugenio of Barangay Calaocan, Quezon, and Constantino Puyales, former punong barangay of Darruba, Quezon, who said the assistance would help them purchase more suitable hearing aids and improve their communication with their families and communities.

On Thursday, May 28, the provincial government distributed P10,000 each to 26 more residents with hearing impairment, marking the third batch of beneficiaries under its joint assistance program with the DSWD.

Gov. Atty. Jose V. Gambito led the distribution, together with personnel from the Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) under the Office of the Governor, headed by Venus R. Cadabona.

“The provincial government is always ready to assist our fellow persons with disabilities. We want them to feel that they are included in government programs and that they are not being left behind,” Gambito said.

The governor said the assistance is part of the provincial government’s continuing commitment to provide support to vulnerable sectors, including persons with disabilities, senior citizens and other residents in need.

Of the 26 latest beneficiaries, 25 came from the municipality of Quezon, while one was from Bambang.

The first batch, composed of 25 recipients, received the assistance on April 29, while the second batch had 28 beneficiaries. With the latest payout, a total of 79 beneficiaries have so far received the provincial government’s counterpart aid.

Under the program, each beneficiary receives P10,000 from the provincial government as counterpart assistance to the P10,000 earlier provided by the DSWD, bringing the total aid to P20,000 per recipient.

Cadabona said the program has a total allocation of P3 million, consisting of P1.5 million from the Office of the Governor and P1.5 million from the DSWD, to assist up to 150 qualified beneficiaries across the province.

She said the additional assistance from the provincial government would help beneficiaries purchase better-quality, Bluetooth-enabled hearing aids, which may cost around P80,000 to P100,000.

Cadabona also said the provincial government is seeking additional support from the Office of the President to help cover the remaining cost of the hearing devices.

29/05/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒| 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 ₱𝟐.𝟖-𝐁 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐮𝐥

𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐆, 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚—The Provincial Treasury Office exceeded its 2025 revenue goal, posting ₱2.796 billion in total collections while rolling out digital systems and preparing stronger enforcement measures to sustain the province’s financial performance.

Provincial Treasurer Rhoda S. Moreno announced during Monday’s flag-raising ceremony, sponsored by the Provincial Treasury Office, that the office collected ₱2,796,228,085.39 in fiscal year 2025, achieving 110.64% of its annual target.

Moreno said collections from local sources reached ₱428,252,137.03, reflecting a collection efficiency of 219.51%, while external sources contributed ₱2,367,975,948.36, or 105.42% of the target.

She expressed her gratitude to the provincial officials led by Governor Atty. Jose V. Gambito for their continued support to the programs and initiatives of the Provincial Treasury Office. Moreno said the administration’s backing has been instrumental in strengthening revenue generation, improving collection systems and ensuring the efficient delivery of treasury services to the public.

For 2026, the Provincial Treasury has already collected ₱1,055,058,164.22 as of April 30, equivalent to 34.10% of the full-year target. Of the amount, about ₱191.9 million came from local sources, while approximately ₱863.1 million came from external sources. Moreno said the province remains on track to meet its year-end collection goals.

Moreno also reported that the treasury has modernized collections by adopting LandBank’s WeAccess for GSIS and Pag-IBIG remittances and launching a new Revenue Collection System built with the Provincial IT Division. The system automates official-receipt processing, posts collections in real time and produces automatic reports—cutting receipt-request time by 99.41% and boosting collection efficiency by 33.79%.

She also reminded property owners to take advantage of the real property tax amnesty under the Real Property Valuation Reform Act, localized by Tax Ordinance No. 2024-36, which waives penalties, surcharges and interest on unpaid taxes before the law’s effectivity. The amnesty runs until July 5, 2026; with the governor’s approval, the treasury is preparing pre-auction enforcement activities once it expires.

Moreno noted recognitions from the Bureau of Local Government Finance and a provincial resolution commending the province’s collections, and reaffirmed the office’s commitment to efficient, transparent financial management.

28/05/2026

LOOK | The Barangay Council of Aggub from the Municipality of Solano paid a courtesy visit on May 26, 2026. Requests were made and addressed as the BLGU Aggub and the Provincial Government work together in order to continuously provide quality service to the people. \MPJ

28/05/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚’𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞

𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐆, 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚 — Newly crowned Saniata ti Nueva Vizcaya 2026, Ms. Leanne Jaye C. Derije, has been appointed the province’s tourism ambassador under a one-year agreement with the provincial government headed by Governor Atty. Jose "Papa Jing" Gambito, following a courtesy call at the governor’s office where the deal was signed.

The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), executed by Gambito and Derije, tasks the pageant winner with promoting Nueva Vizcaya’s priority tourism products, services, destinations and events.

Under the MOA, the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) and the Provincial Tourism and Culture Office (PTCO) will coordinate Derije’s participation in province-sanctioned campaigns, provide logistical and safety support for official activities, and include her in official promotional events, subject to existing rules and available funds.

The one-year agreement requires Derije to attend official engagements, observe professional conduct, and submit a monthly accomplishment report. In return, the Provincial Government will grant a monthly stipend of P10,000.

The MOA also bars the Saniata from making endorsements without the consent of the Provincial Local Governmemt Unit, Provincial Tourism and Culture Office or the Grand Ammungan Festival Saniata ti Nueva Vizcaya Committee.

26/05/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐏𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝟓𝐌 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐟𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚ñ𝐞𝐝𝐚

𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐆, 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚 —The Provincial Government of Nueva Vizcaya has turned over a P5-million check for the construction of a new overflow bridge in Barangay Pelaway, Alfonso Castañeda, replacing the structure that was completely washed out by Super Typhoon Pepito.

The awarding of the check was led by Governor Atty. Jose V. Gambito, together with Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer Robert Corpuz, at the Office of the Governor today.

Barangay Captain Joel B. Listor expressed his gratitude to Governor Gambito for the funding assistance, saying the project will restore a vital access route for residents of Sitio Tayug, where around 100 families live.

According to Listor, the destroyed overflow bridge served as the main link between Sitio Tayug and other parts of the barangay. Since the typhoon, residents have been using a temporary bridge, but it is often damaged during the rainy season, making travel difficult and unsafe.

Alfonso Castañeda Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer Lowella Cipriano said the municipal government will immediately implement the project, with the target completion set for September.

Cipriano also thanked the Office of Governor Gambito and the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office for allocating funds for the project.

The P5-million allocation was sourced from the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund of the provincial government.

26/05/2026

PSWDO Strengthens ECCD Implementation to Ensure No Preschooler Is Left Behind

The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) of Nueva Vizcaya together with Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) representatives from across the province gathered for the implementation of the Community Mapping and Use of Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Forms program—an initiative aimed at strengthening early childhood services and ensuring that no young learner is left behind.

The program was conducted with the support of the Provincial Government of Nueva Vizcaya under the leadership of Governor Atty. Jose "Papa Jing" Gambito, whose administration continues to prioritize programs centered on education, child welfare, and community development.

In her opening message, PSWD Officer Flordelina Granada emphasized the importance of investing in children during their formative years, describing early childhood as a critical stage in a child’s overall growth and development.

“No preschoolers left behind”, Granada stressed, underscoring the province’s commitment to inclusive early childhood care and education. She explained that the ECCD program serves as a foundation in preparing young children physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially before entering formal schooling.

Granada also challenged child development workers and teachers to continuously improve their capabilities through training and professional development. According to her, the success of ECCD programs greatly depends on well-equipped and compassionate educators who directly shape the learning experiences of children in their early years.

She highlighted that beyond classroom instruction, child development workers play a vital role in identifying the needs of children within their communities through proper community mapping and the effective use of ECCD assessment forms.

The activity also served as an orientation and capacity-building session for participants, equipping them with updated knowledge and practical guidance in implementing ECCD-related programs at the grassroots level. Through the orientation, participants were given a clearer understanding of how accurate data gathering and child profiling can help local government units craft responsive interventions for children and families.

Representatives from various municipalities expressed their support for the initiative, recognizing the importance of collaboration between provincial and municipal social welfare offices in promoting the welfare and development of young children. /kad

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐳𝐜𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐩-𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲

Nueva Vizcaya emerged as one of the region’s top-performing provinces at the WorldSkills Philippines Cagayan Valley Regional Skills Olympics, placing third overall and bringing home four golds, four silvers, three bronzes and two medallions of excellence at the May 19–20 competition held at the Aparri Polytechnic Institute in Maura, Aparri. Isabela topped the overall standings, followed by Cagayan in second place.

The 55-member Nueva Vizcaya delegation — composed of technical-vocational (tech-voc) trainees and recent graduates from training centers and schools across the province — competed in 14 of the meet’s 33 trade areas. The team was led by TESDA provincial director Benhur Baniqued.

Eva Doniego, supervising technical education development specialist of TESDA Nueva Vizcaya, expressed gratitude to the Office of Governor Atty. Jose V. Gambito for providing PHP 250,000 in financial assistance, saying the support was instrumental in enabling the delegation’s participation and preparation for the regional meet.

Governor Gambito also extended his congratulations to the Nueva Vizcaya delegation, praising the trainees, their trainers and TESDA officials for demonstrating excellence and dedication. He reiterated the provincial government’s commitment to strengthening skills development programs and expanding employment and international-competition opportunities for the province’s youth.

Medal summary for Nueva Vizcaya
• Gold: Cyber Security (SMU); Cooking (PLT); Bakery (PLT); Landscaping (Nueva Vizcaya Polytechnic Institute)
• Silver: Web Technologies (SMU); Patisserie (PTC); Carpentry (Bambang NHS); Fashion Technology (Nueva Vizcaya Polytechnic Institute)
• Bronze: Information Networking (SMU); Automotive (Bambang NHS); Electrical (Bambang NHS)
• Medallion of Excellence: Hotel Reception (SMU); Restaurant Service (PLT College Inc.)
The TESDA Skills Olympics, or WorldSkills Philippines, is an annual contest that tests the vocational and technical skills of Filipino youth. Regional meets like the Cagayan Valley event spotlight top performers who can advance to national and international competitions and highlight local efforts to improve tech voc training.

Photos by: TESDA II FB Page