25/02/2026
DILG COMMENDS PROVINCE OF DAVAO DE OROโS NATIONAL AWARDEE AND HIGH-FUNCTIONAL ADACS FOR CY 2025
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) commended the eleven municipalities of the Province of Davao de Oro for their strong and sustained implementation of anti-illegal drug programs for Calendar Year (CY) 2025. The DILG recognized the Municipality of Mawab as the National Awardee and conferred High-Functional Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) status on the provinceโs other ten municipalities.
The distinction awarded to the Municipality of Mawab underscores its unwavering commitment to advancing the national governmentโs anti-drug campaign at the grassroots level. Through strong local leadership, strategic planning, and effective program implementation, Mawab has demonstrated exemplary performance in strengthening its Anti-Drug Abuse Council and institutionalizing sustainable anti-drug initiatives.
As a National Awardee, Mawab met and exceeded the performance indicators set by the DILG, including the allocation of adequate funding for anti-drug programs, the conduct of advocacy and preventive education campaigns, and the implementation of community-based rehabilitation programs. The municipality also ensured regular ADAC meetings, organized monitoring systems, and strengthened coordination with law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders.
In addition, the provinceโs other ten (10) municipalities attained High-Functional Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) status after successfully meeting the key performance indicators established by the DILG. These municipalities demonstrated strong institutional capacity, compliance with national guidelines, and a proactive approach in implementing comprehensive anti-illegal drug strategies.
Each local government unit intensified its anti-drug advocacy through sustained information and education campaigns in schools and communities, mobilized barangay officials and youth organizations, and strengthened partnerships with civil society groups. They supported community-based rehabilitation initiatives by providing interventions, monitoring recovering persons who use drugs, and facilitating their reintegration into society.
The recognition from the DILG affirms that sustained political will, transparency, and active citizen participation are key to achieving meaningful progress in the fight against illegal drugs. More than an accolade, this milestone serves as inspiration for other municipalities to elevate their anti-drug initiatives and prioritize community safety and development.
As CY 2025 progresses, the Province of Davao de Oro continues to reinforce its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and inclusive governanceโproving that effective local leadership can drive meaningful and lasting change in the fight against illegal drugs.