PDEA Bukidnon Provincial Office

25/08/2026

Drug Awareness Symposium at Philippine College Foundation

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Bukidnon conducted a Drug Awareness Symposium at the Philippine College Foundation (PCF) in Valencia City, Bukidnon. The activity aimed to strengthen students’ understanding of the dangers of illegal drugs and empower them to make responsible, informed, and positive choices.

The symposium focused on drug identification, including commonly abused and illegal substances, their forms, and the serious risks they pose to health and well-being. It also highlighted the harmful physical, psychological, social, and long-term effects of drug abuse, particularly its impact on students’ education, relationships, and future aspirations.

The participants were also provided with an overview of Republic Act No. 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, including its relevant provisions, prohibited acts, and the legal consequences associated with illegal drugs. The discussion further emphasized the importance of prevention and responsible decision-making by encouraging students to resist negative influences, make informed choices, and pursue positive opportunities that support a healthy and productive life.

The activity underscored the vital role of education and awareness in preventing drug abuse. By equipping the youth with accurate information and positive values, we help them understand that every decision they make today can shape the future they aspire to achieve.

To the students of Philippine College Foundation: Your future is worth protecting. Choose wisely, stay informed, and be a positive influence in your community.

Together, let us continue building a safe, healthy, responsible, and drug-free generation.

25/08/2026

📚 Drug Abuse Prevention Education at Sugod Integrated School

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Bukidnon conducted a Drug Abuse Prevention Education (DAPE) session at Sugod Integrated School, Brgy. Sugod, Valencia City, Bukidnon, aimed at strengthening the students’ awareness and understanding of the dangers of illegal drugs and empowering them to make responsible and informed choices.

📌 Key topics discussed included:

• 🔎 Drug Identification – Understanding commonly abused and illegal drugs, their forms, and the importance of being aware of substances that may pose serious risks to one’s health and well-being.

• ⚠️ Ill Effects of Illegal Drugs – Highlighting the harmful physical, psychological, social, and long-term consequences of drug abuse, particularly its impact on students’ education, relationships, and future aspirations.

• ⚖️ Republic Act No. 9165 – Providing an overview of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, including relevant prohibited acts, important provisions, and the legal consequences associated with illegal drugs.

• 💡 Prevention and Responsible Decision-Making – Encouraging students to develop the confidence to resist negative influences, make informed choices, and seek positive opportunities that contribute to a healthy and productive life.

The activity underscored the important role of education and awareness in preventing drug abuse. By equipping the youth with accurate information and positive values, we help them recognize that every decision they make today can shape the future they aspire to achieve.

🌱 To the students of Sugod Integrated School: Your future is worth protecting. Choose wisely, stay informed, and be a positive influence to others.

Together, let us continue building a safe, healthy, responsible, and drug-free generation.

25/08/2026

Drug Awareness Symposium at Bukidnon State University

🎓 Drug Awareness Symposium for First-Year Students

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Bukidnon conducted a Drug Awareness Symposium for the first-year students of Bukidnon State University (BukSU), aimed at enhancing the students’ knowledge and awareness of the dangers of illegal drugs and promoting a culture of responsibility and prevention within the academic community.

📌 Topics Discussed:

🔎 Drug Identification – Familiarization with commonly abused and illegal drugs, including their forms and basic characteristics.

⚠️ Ill Effects of Illegal Drugs – Discussion on the harmful physical, psychological, social, and long-term effects of illegal drug use.

⚖️ Republic Act No. 9165 – Overview of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, including prohibited acts, important provisions, and the legal consequences of involvement in illegal drugs.

💡 Drug Abuse Prevention – Emphasis on making responsible decisions, resisting negative peer influence, and choosing a healthy and productive lifestyle.

🤝 Youth as Partners in Prevention – Encouraging students to become responsible advocates for a safe, healthy, and drug-free school and community.

Through education and awareness, PDEA continues to empower the youth with the knowledge and confidence to make informed choices and stay drug-free and future-ready.
Together, let us build a generation that chooses education, responsibility, and a drug-free future.

25/08/2026

Drug Abuse Prevention Education at Managok Integrated School

Drug Abuse Prevention Education (DAPE)
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Bukidnon conducted a Drug Abuse Prevention Education session at Managok Integrated School, aimed at strengthening students’ awareness and understanding of the dangers of illegal drugs and the importance of making responsible and informed choices.

📌 Topics Discussed:

• Drug Identification – Understanding and recognizing commonly abused and illegal drugs, including their forms and basic characteristics.

• Ill Effects of Illegal Drugs – Discussing the harmful effects of drug use on an individual’s physical and mental well-being, relationships, education, and future.

• Republic Act No. 9165 – Orientation on the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, including its important provisions, prohibited acts, and the legal consequences of involvement in illegal drugs.

• Prevention and Responsibility – Encouraging students to make informed decisions, resist negative influences, and become active advocates for a drug-free community.
Through continuous education and awareness, we can empower the youth to choose a healthy, productive, and drug-free future.
Say NO to Illegal Drugs! Be part of the solution.

16/08/2026

𝐏𝐃𝐄𝐀 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍 𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐓;
𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐒 𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) paid its final respects to Intelligence Officer I Enfernie Jim Dayag, a dedicated law enforcement officer who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Dayag’s remains made a stop at the PDEA Chapel, National Headquarters in Quezon City on August 11, 2026, where fellow officers, comrades, friends, and loved ones gathered for a hero’s funeral ceremony to pay tribute to a life marked by courage, commitment, and selfless service to the Filipino people. His remains will then be brought to Baguio City, his hometown, where he will be laid to rest.

A member of the Drug Enforcement Officers’ Basic Course (DEOBC) 2024-21 Class “SANHIRAYA,” Dayag was killed in a gunfight with armed and dangerous suspects following a buy-bust operation in Barangay Paniongan, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, in the early morning of August 9, 2026.

“Agent Dayag gave his life in the service of the Filipino people. His courage in the face of danger is a testament to the dedication and selflessness of our drug enforcement officers. We mourn the loss of a fellow officer, but we also honor the legacy of a true public servant who stood firm in the fulfillment of his duty,” said PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani R Nerez.

PDEA extended its deepest condolences to Dayag’s family and loved ones, assuring them that his sacrifice will forever remain part of the Agency’s history and will never be forgotten by the men and women with whom he served.

“No family should have to bear the pain of losing a loved one in the line of duty. We share the grief of Officer Dayag’s family, and we stand with them as we honor his life and sacrifice. His service reminds us of the risks our personnel willingly face each day to keep our communities safe,” DG Nerez added.

As PDEA bids farewell to one of its own, the Agency remembers Dayag not only for the circumstances of his passing, but also for the courage, honor, and dedication with which he lived and served.

His courage will be remembered.
His service will be honored
His sacrifice will never be forgotten.
May he rest in eternal peace.

16/08/2026

16/08/2026

𝐏𝐃𝐄𝐀 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝟗𝟎 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐃𝐑𝐔𝐆 𝐄𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐄𝐒

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) welcomed 90 new Drug Enforcement Officer (DEO) trainees as the Drug Enforcement Officers Basic Course (DEOBC) Class 2026-23 formally commenced its six-month regimented training during oath-taking and reception rites held Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the PDEA Academy, Camp General Mariano N. Castañeda, Silang, Cavite.

The ceremony marked the trainees’ first step toward a career in drug enforcement and their future role in strengthening the country’s efforts against illegal drugs.

The 90-member class successfully hurdled a rigorous selection process that included pre-examination processing, medical and dental examinations, physical fitness testing, neuropsychological evaluation, background investigation, and panel interviews conducted through testing centers nationwide.

“Today, you take your first step toward a career that demands courage, discipline, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to public service. You are here not only to earn the badge, but also to earn the trust of the Filipino people and help protect communities from the harm caused by illegal drugs,” PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani R. Nerez said.

The six-month DEOBC is designed to equip the trainees with the knowledge, skills, discipline, and values necessary to perform their duties as drug enforcement officers. The training program covers basic management and leadership, communication enhancement, community-based anti-illegal drug advocacy, legal studies, anti-illegal drug intelligence and tactics, interdiction operations, investigation, and other academic and non-academic activities.

DG Nerez emphasized that the training aims not only to develop competent and effective drug enforcement officers, but also principled public servants who will uphold the law while respecting the rights, dignity, and welfare of the communities they serve.

Despite the recent passing of one of its agents, PDEA continues to see strong interest from individuals who aspire to join the Agency and serve the Filipino people. The continued interest reflects the commitment of aspiring drug enforcement officers to public service and their willingness to take on the responsibilities and challenges that come with the profession.

“The road ahead will be demanding, but every challenge you overcome will prepare you for the responsibility that awaits you. Serve with honor, act with integrity, and always remember the people you have sworn to protect,” the PDEA Chief concluded.

For the 90 trainees of DEOBC Class 2026-23, their journey toward becoming drug enforcement officers has officially begun. Through sustained recruitment and professional training, PDEA continues to strengthen its workforce and enhance its operational capacity in support of the government’s national campaign against illegal drugs.

PDEA remains committed to developing a highly capable, professional, and dedicated drug enforcement workforce in support of a safer and more secure Philippines.

Photo: Luis R Villacarlos

16/08/2026

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16/08/2026

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 👀 | PDEA-10 equips Bukidnon community leaders with practical skills as force multipliers to strengthen drug prevention, recovery support, and grassroots anti-drug initiatives under the BIDA Program.

𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲.
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07/08/2026

PDEA BUKIDNON CONDUCTS DRUG AWARENESS SYMPOSIUM FOR SECURITY PERSONNEL OF BUSCO SUGAR MILLING CO., INC.

On August 6, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Bukidnon Provincial Office, under the supervision of IA III Rodolfo S. De La Cerna Jr., Provincial Officer, served as resource speakers during a Drug Awareness Symposium conducted at the BUSCO Sugar Milling Co., Inc. Staff House Multi-Purpose Building, Brgy. Butong, Quezon, Bukidnon.

The activity was conducted in response to the formal request of GreenGold Security Agency, Inc., with the primary objective of strengthening the knowledge and awareness of security personnel regarding the dangers of illegal drugs, current drug trends, signs of drug abuse, and the proper handling of drug-related incidents in the workplace. The symposium also emphasized preventive strategies and early intervention measures that contribute to a safer and healthier working environment.

PDEA Bukidnon remains steadfast in its mission to empower institutions and communities through continuous Drug Abuse Prevention Education (DAPE) initiatives. Through collaborative partnerships with private organizations and security agencies, the agency aims to build a well-informed, vigilant, and resilient workforce that plays a vital role in preventing the proliferation of illegal drugs and fostering a culture of responsibility, discipline, and public safety.
Together, let us continue working toward a safer, healthier, and drug-free Bukidnon.