Members of the House of Representatives on Sunday described the presence of 167 lawmakers in the recent Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair (BPSF) held in Tagum City, Davao del Norte as an “unprecedented show of unity” with the appearance of former President and Pampanga Rep. Gloria Arroyo.
“Uniteam is alive and well in Tagum City, Davao del Norte! What we have seen is an unprecedented show of unity among lawmakers for a program that highlights our commitment to bringing essential government services directly to the people, ensuring that no Filipino is left behind,” Davao Oriental Rep. Cheeno Miguel Almario said.
A total of P913 million worth of government services and financial assistance was rolled out to 250,000 residents in Davao del Norte, also the biggest number of beneficiaries recorded in all of the 19 installments of the BPSF.
BPSF, a primary program spearheaded by President Ferdinand Marcos and Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, has been instrumental in delivering financial aid, livelihood assistance, and other critical government services to various regions and provinces.
“The fair in Davao del Norte is a testament to the Marcos administration’s dedication to serving its citizens and the efforts of the House of Representatives under Speaker Romualdez in fostering national development through direct engagement and support,” Almario said.
Zambales Rep. Dori Maniquiz said the attendance of 167 members of the House of Representatives in Davao del Norte is an inspiring show of unity among members of the House, citing the remarkable turnout of beneficiaries.
“During the event, we witnessed firsthand the positive impact of government welfare and social amelioration programs on the lives of Filipino families. This is direct help, without going through red tape or middlemen. The people feel the help from the government,” he said.
“This gathering marks the largest attendance of House members at a BPSF event, underscoring the significance of unity and cooperation in achieving our national goals. Our presence in Davao del Norte not only demonstrates our support for the program but also our commitment to public service and community engagement,” he added.
Manila Rep. Ernesto Dionisio said that he has personally seen how the BPSF served as a crucial platform for connecting government services with the needs of the people.
“And because we bring government services directly to the people, we can better solve their needs. We are proud to be part of an initiative that directly benefits our constituents and showcases the government’s dedication to improving the quality of life for all Filipinos,” he said.
“The fair’s success in Davao del Norte reflects the positive outcomes of our collective efforts. It is inspiring to know that all our efforts in Congress translate into real help to our countrymen,” he added.
