Wantu Ha

30/04/2026

PULIS, TUMULONG SA LIGTAS NA PANGANGANAK SA TERMINAL SA ILIGAN

Naging makabuluhang umaga ang Abril 29, 2026 matapos ang agarang pagtugon ng Iligan City Police Station 1 sa isang babaeng biglang nanganak sa Integrated Bus and Jeepney Terminal (IBJT) East, Hinaplanon, bandang 9:05 AM.

Agad rumesponde sina PCMS Marc T. Claro at PCpl Grace E. Bautista matapos ang ulat mula sa terminal. Pagdating sa female comfort room, inabutan nila ang babae na nasa aktibong panganganak na. Sa gitna ng limitadong oras at kondisyon ng lugar, mahinahon na kumilos si PCpl Bautista at matagumpay na natulungan ang ina hanggang sa ligtas na maipanganak ang isang baby boy.

Makalipas ang ilang minuto, dumating ang City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) at agad na nagbigay ng karagdagang tulong medikal. Maayos na naisugod sa Gregorio T. Lluch Memorial Hospital ang mag-ina para sa masusing pag-aalaga.

Ayon kay PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., “Saludo tayo sa ating mga personnel sa Iligan na nagpakita ng malasakit at propesyonalismo sa gitna ng isang life-saving situation. Ganito ang gusto nating PNP—handang tumugon kahit sa pinaka-ordinaryong araw, lalo na kung buhay na ang nakasalalay. Ang mabilis na aksyon at malasakit ng ating mga personnel sa Iligan ay tunay na nakakapagpataas ng ating dangal bilang organisasyon.”

Ang pangyayari ay muling nagpakita na ang presensya ng pulis sa komunidad ay hindi lamang para sa seguridad, kundi para rin sa agarang tulong sa oras ng pangangailangan.

Sa simpleng aksyon na nagligtas ng buhay, naipakita ng Iligan City Police Station 1 ang tunay na diwa ng serbisyo bilang bahagi ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

30/04/2026

PNP DEPLOYS OVER 106,000 PERSONNEL FOR SAFE LABOR DAY 2026

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., is set to deploy a total of 106,633 personnel across the country to ensure a safe, orderly, and peaceful observance of Labor Day on May 1, in line with the directives of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to uphold public safety while respecting the right to peaceful assembly.

Of the total deployment, 95,556 are PNP personnel, supported by 2,756 from other government units and 8,501 force multipliers. The PNP will be under heightened alert status from 12:01 AM of April 30 until 12:01 AM of May 2, 2026, to ensure full readiness and faster response to any situation that may arise.

A significant portion of the deployment is in Metro Manila, where 16,166 personnel are assigned within the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO). This includes 1,000 augmentation personnel each from Police Regional Office 3 and Police Regional Office 4A to strengthen security in key convergence areas.

The nationwide security preparations are part of the PNP’s Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, aimed at strengthening visibility, coordination, and responsiveness on the ground during major public gatherings.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., assured the public that the police force remains committed to a balanced approach in handling Labor Day activities.

“Handa ang inyong kapulisan na tiyakin ang kaligtasan ng lahat. Iginagalang natin ang karapatan ng ating mga kababayan na ipahayag ang kanilang saloobin, kasabay ng pagpapanatili ng kaayusan sa ating mga lansangan,” PGen Nartatez said.

He also called on participants to cooperate with authorities and remain mindful of public safety. “Makakaasa kayo na ang PNP ay narito hindi lamang para magbantay, kundi para tumulong. Panatilihin natin ang mapayapang diwa ng paggunita ng Araw ng mga Manggagawa,” he added.

The PNP continues to coordinate closely with partner agencies, local government units, and event organizers to ensure that all activities proceed smoothly and without disruption.

As the nation marks Labor Day, the PNP reaffirms its commitment to service guided by the principle of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

30/04/2026

PNP FOILS ₱3.45-M CIGARETTE SMUGGLING IN PALAWAN, 1 NABBED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., conducted a buy-bust operation at around 1:10 AM on April 28, 2026 in Sitio Padang, Brgy. Pulot Shore, Sofronio Española, Palawan, leading to the arrest of one male suspect for violation of Republic Act No. 10643.

Joint operatives from the Sofronio Española Municipal Police Station, Provincial Intelligence Unit, 1st Palawan Provincial Mobile Force Company, and the 2nd Special Operations Unit of the Maritime Group confiscated eighty-two (82) master cases of assorted smuggled ci******es with a total market value of PhP3,485,000.00, along with the buy-bust money, in the coastal area of the barangay. The suspect and the seized items are now under the custody of the Sofronio Española MPS for proper legal disposition.

“This operation reinforces our commitment to go after smuggling networks that exploit our coastal areas. We will continue to pursue intelligence-driven actions to cut off illegal supply chains and protect lawful trade,” PGEN Nartatez said. “Hindi kami uurong sa laban kontra smuggling. Tungkulin naming protektahan ang kabuhayan ng mamamayan laban sa mga iligal na gawain.”

The accomplishment underscores the continuing implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda—a strategic framework of transformation designed to make police service more responsive and results-driven. At the heart of this agenda are key priorities that define the course of the PNP, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which drives sustained enforcement efforts against illicit activities.

“Our presence on the ground remains strong, especially in vulnerable coastal areas where illegal trade persists. We will maintain pressure through consistent operations and strict enforcement of the law,” PGEN Nartatez added. “Patuloy ang aming pagbabantay sa mga baybayin upang matiyak na hindi makakalusot ang anumang ilegal na gawain.”

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against smuggling and other unlawful activities under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/04/2026

OVER 1,000 PNP PERSONNEL FACE ADMIN CHARGES IN Q1 2026

The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported that more than 1,000 of its personnel were placed under administrative proceedings in the first quarter of 2026, as part of its intensified efforts to uphold discipline and accountability within the ranks.

Data from the Internal Affairs Service (IAS) show that from January to March this year, a total of 1,048 personnel were charged in 490 administrative cases—higher than the figures recorded in the same period last year, indicating a more proactive internal monitoring and response system.

Of those charged, 806 are Police Non-Commissioned Officers and 242 are Police Commissioned Officers, reflecting that accountability measures are being implemented across all levels of the organization.

To date, the IAS has recommended 323 personnel for administrative sanctions, including 41 dismissals, 64 suspensions, 20 demotions, and 11 reprimands. Meanwhile, 187 personnel were exonerated, underscoring the Service’s commitment to due process and fairness.

Compared to the same period in 2025, when 770 personnel were charged in 332 cases, this year’s figures show a clear increase, reflecting the PNP’s stronger internal accountability efforts and more consistent enforcement of discipline across the ranks.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., stressed that discipline remains non-negotiable in the police service.

“Ang serbisyo sa publiko ay may kaakibat na mataas na pananagutan. Kapag may pagkukulang, kailangan itong harapin at itama. We owe the people a police organization that acts with integrity at all times,” he said.

He added that the PNP will continue to strengthen its internal processes to ensure that misconduct is addressed promptly while protecting those who perform their duties with honesty and professionalism.

“We are firm when it comes to accountability, but we are also fair. Our goal is not just to correct lapses, but to build a culture where doing what is right becomes the standard,” the Chief PNP said.

These efforts form part of the PNP’s continuing push under its Focused Agenda, particularly on strengthening Integrity Monitoring to reinforce internal discipline and accountability systems. This direction is consistent with the broader governance thrust of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen public trust in institutions.

The PNP emphasized that sustained internal actions are yielding tangible results—demonstrating that accountability is actively enforced and that discipline remains a cornerstone of the service, in line with its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

April 30, 2026
Gospel: John 13:16-20
Reflection: “Greatness in Service”

30/04/2026

April 29, 2026
Gospel: John 12, 44-50
Reflection: "Spiritual Flashlight"

27/04/2026

PNP STATEMENT

The Philippine National Police (PNP) strongly condemns the incident involving a police officer and the assigned driver of a mobile patrol unit, as seen in a viral video, for actions that posed a risk to public safety and violated existing traffic regulations.

We respect the actions taken by the Land Transportation Office (LTO), including the issuance of a Show Cause Order (SCO), and we are closely coordinating with the agency in the ongoing investigation. Administrative action will be pursued as warranted, in accordance with existing laws and PNP policies.

We reiterate that all PNP personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of discipline and professionalism at all times. Any act that compromises public safety or erodes public trust will not be tolerated.

The PNP remains committed to ensuring accountability within its ranks and to maintaining the confidence of the public through responsible and transparent action.

(PNP-PIO)

27/04/2026