Shirlyn BAÑAS

05/09/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗔 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟, 𝗠𝗚𝗔 𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟! 💚

As we celebrate another Tuna Festival, may we take this time to enjoy the festivities, celebrate our city’s vibrant culture and traditions, and create wonderful memories with our families and loved ones.

Amping kanunay, especially as we go around and enjoy the different activities. Enjoy the celebration, have fun, and let us continue to celebrate what makes General Santos City truly special.

Malipayong Tuna Festival! Enjoy, GenSan! 🐟🎉

05/09/2026

Two Nations, Two Milestones, One Beautiful Friendship! 🇵🇭🤝🇻🇳

​A heartfelt thank you to His Excellency, Ambassador Dr. Lại Thái Bình and his gracious wife, Mrs. Nguyen Thi Thu Thuy, for their warm hospitality and for inviting me to share in this momentous occasion hosted by the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam in the Republic of the Philippines.

​We gathered to honor two incredible milestones: the 81st Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and the 50th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Viet Nam and the Philippines. Seeing the iconic landmarks of our two nations side-by-side on the backdrop perfectly highlights our shared history and sets the stage for our continued collaboration.

​Looking forward to many more decades of friendship, cooperation, and mutual growth between our two nations! 🤝

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03/09/2026

₱250-MILYON PARA SA REHABILITASYON AT PAGPAPAUNLAD NG GENSAN AIRPORT

Kinumpirma at tiniyak po sa atin ng DOTr ang humigit-kumulang ₱250 milyong commitment para sa rehabilitasyon at development ng General Santos International Airport.

Matapos ang budget hearing, personal po tayong nakipag-usap kay DOTr Secretary Giovanni Z. Lopez upang matiyak na tuloy-tuloy ang pagpapatupad ng proyektong ito. Kabilang sa mga prayoridad ang:

Mabilis na Pagsasaayos: Tatapusin ang second floor ng terminal bago mag-katapusan ng Nobyembre o unang linggo ng Disyembre, sakto bago ang holiday rush.

Bagong Boarding Bridges: Bukod sa pagpapagana ng dalawang umiiral na tubes, nagpaplano na rin ng karagdagang bridge na kayang mag-accommodate ng malalaking international flights tulad ng Airbus A330.

Mas Ligtas na Pasilidad: Papalitan ng matibay na tempered glass ang mga nasirang pader ng terminal bilang pag-iingat sa mga lindol at iba pang sakuna.

Patuloy po tayong makikipag-ugnayan sa DOTr at CAAP at regular nating tututukan ito hanggang sa ganap na matapos ang proyekto.

Ang agarang rehabilitasyon ay bahagi ng mas malawak nating pangarap para sa paliparan. Ito rin ang diwa ng ating House Bill No. 269, na naglalayong lumikha ng General Santos City International Airport Authority at gawing isang world-class hub para sa kalakalan, turismo, logistics, at pamumuhunan ang ating 599-ektaryang airport complex.

Matagal napo nating itinutulak ang pangangalaga at pagpapaunlad ng GenSan Airport. Dahil higit pa sa isang paliparan, ito po ay nagsisibling gateway to SOX, at isang mahalagang economic catalyst para sa pag-unlad ng General Santos, South Cotabato, at ng buong Region XII.

03/09/2026

Isang mahalagang paalala po sa lahat ng mga Heneral:

Nakakaranas po tayo ngayon ng toxic 'haze' o usok sa ating hangin na dulot ng malawakang forest fires sa West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Upang maprotektahan ang kalusugan ng ating pamilya, lalo na laban sa banta ng mga respiratory illness, mariing pinapayuhan ang lahat na sundin ang mga sumusunod:

Limitahan ang Paglabas: Hangga't maaari, manatili sa loob ng bahay. Isara ang mga bintana at pinto, at ipagpaliban muna ang mga outdoor activities at ehersisyo.

Magsuot ng Tamang Proteksyon: Gumamit ng N95 o KN95 mask kung kinakailangang lumabas. Hindi sapat ang pangkaraniwang cloth o surgical masks upang mapigilan ang pinong PM2.5 particles na dala ng haze.

Protektahan ang mga Vulnerable: Tiyaking nasa loob ng bahay at well-ventilated na lugar ang mga bata, senior citizens, at mga may kondisyon sa puso at baga.

Mangyaring manatiling nakaantabay sa mga air quality advisory mula sa EMB Soccsksargen at sa ating local health authorities para sa mga agarang update.

Ibayong pag-iingat po sa ating lahat.

𝗛𝗔𝗭𝗘𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: Haze occurs when fine dust, smoke, and pollutants accumulate in the atmosphere. Prevailing seasonal winds carry these particles from distant peatland fires, reducing visibility and lowering air quality during dry spells.

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀:
-Limit Exposure: Stay indoors, close doors and windows, and pause strenuous outdoor exercises.
-Wear Proper Protection: Use N95 or KN95 respirators outside because standard surgical or cloth masks cannot block fine PM2.5 particles.
-Protect Risk Groups: Keep children, senior citizens, and individuals with heart or lung conditions in well-ventilated indoor spaces.

Stay informed by following EMB Soccsksargen air quality advisories and local health updates.

03/09/2026

UPDATE ON HOUSE RESOLUTION 1401:

Ang ating isinumite na resolusyon ay nai-refer na at sa kasalukuyan, ang status nito ay "Pending with the Committee on RULES".

​Patuloy po nating babantayan at tututukan ang usaping ito upang masiguro ang transparency at maprotektahan ang karapatan ng mga Member-Consumer-Owners.

03/09/2026

Our office was one with Goldenstate College – General Santos City in celebrating the 19th Tuna Festival Skills Olympics, held today at Robinsons Place GenSan as part of our city’s Tuna Festival celebration.

For 19 years, Goldenstate College has continued to make the Skills Olympics a meaningful part of the Tuna Festival, providing our young learners with a platform to showcase their culinary skills, creativity, discipline, and passion for the culinary arts.

More than a competition, this annual event celebrates the value of skills and the importance of continuous learning—where training is transformed into competence, creativity into beautiful creations, and passion into the pursuit of excellence.

To our learners and aspiring culinary professionals, remember that every great chef begins as a learner. Every dish you prepare, every technique you master, and every challenge you overcome brings you one step closer to excellence. Embrace the experience, learn from one another, and allow every competition to sharpen not only your skills, but also your confidence and character.

My warm appreciation to President/CEO Dr. Warren Manilay, Dr. Sara Manilay, Liaison Officer John Victor Manuel, together with the faculty and staff of Goldenstate College, for continuing this 19-year tradition of promoting skills, excellence, and opportunities for our young people.

Thank you as well to Department of Tourism Region 12 Regional Director Nelia “King” Arina and Assistant Regional Director Engr. Armin Hautea for your continued support in initiatives that celebrate our city, our tourism industry, and the talents and skills of our people.

Congratulations to all the participants! May you continue to cook with creativity, work with discipline, and pursue your craft with passion. 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳🏆

Mabuhay ang Goldenstate College, at mabuhay ang Tuna Festival ng General Santos City! 🐟🎉

03/09/2026

World's Largest Indoor Arena with 75,000-Seating Capacity.

Pormal na binuksan ang KJC Kingdome noong September 01.

​Napakagandang experience na masaksihan nang personal ang milestone na ito. Isang malaking yugto para sa Mindanao - ngayon, may world-class venue na na kayang mag-host ng pinakamalalaking gatherings and events sa bansa at sa buong mundo.

​Isang malaking karangalan na makasama sa pagbubukas ng bagong mukha ng Mindanao! 🏟️✨

Group photo courtesy of SunStar Davao 📷

01/09/2026

Happy Birthday to our former General Santos City Mayor, Ronnel Rivera! 🎂

Thank you for your years of dedicated leadership and the strong foundations you helped build for our beloved GenSan. Wishing you a joyous celebration surrounded by loved ones today, and praying for your continued good health, peace, and success in all your current and future endeavors.

May God continue to bless you and your family. Happy Birthday, Mayor Ronnel! ❤

29/08/2026

Pormal tayong naghain sa Kamara ang isang resolusyon na naghihikayat sa House Committee on Energy na magsagawa ng isang imbestigasyon hinggil sa "Conditional Joint Venture Agreement" sa pagitan ng South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SOCOTECO II) at Ignite Power and Energy Corporation (IGNITE) bilang pagtugon sa panawagan ng ating mga Member-Consumer Owners.

House Resolution No. 1401

RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON ENERGY TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, INTO THE CONDITIONAL JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT ENTERED INTO BY SOUTH COTABATO II ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. (SOCOTECO II) AND IGNITE POWER AND ENERGY CORPORATION (IGNITE), WITH THE END IN VIEW OF DETERMINING COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS; ENSURING
TRANSPARENCY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND THE PRUDENT STEWARDSHIP OF COOPERATIVE ASSETS; PROTECTING THE RIGHTS AND ECONOMIC INTERESTS OF THE GOVERNMENT AND THE MEMBER-CONSUMER-OWNERS; AND STRENGTHENING THE GOVERNANCE AND REGULATION OF JOINT VENTURE ARRANGEMENTS INVOLVING ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES.