12/06/2026
Freedom and Progress Take Center Stage in Hilongos During Independence Day and Project Turnover Ceremony
Hilongos, Leyte – A spirit of celebration filled the Municipality of Hilongos as two significant occasions were commemorated on June 12, 2026—the 128th Philippine Independence Day Celebration and the turnover of the FY 2024 Seal of Good Local Governance Incentive Fund (SGLGIF) Project: Procurement and Installation of LED Wall.
Joining the municipality in this momentous double celebration were representatives from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Leyte Provincial Office led by Provincial Director Johannes Y. Dorado, together with Cluster Head Mauricio T. Labado, Program Manager Renna Shiena B. Acebo, Local Government Operations Officer VI (LGOO VI) Engr. Benjamin Gabriel R. Dadulla, Jr. and Engr. John Paul Pajares. Also present were Ms. Jessica J. Josol, Municipal Local Government Operations Officer (MLGOO), and Jean Paul O. Panoy, LGOO II.
As the nation celebrated its hard-earned freedom and honored the sacrifices of Filipino heroes, the Municipality of Hilongos likewise marked another milestone with the successful turnover of the SGLGIF-funded LED Wall project. With a total project cost of Php 1,153,000.00, the facility is expected to enhance the municipality’s information dissemination efforts, particularly in delivering public announcements and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) bulletins during emergencies and calamities.
The convergence of these two meaningful events underscored the importance of good governance and responsive public service. While Independence Day serves as a reminder of the country’s journey toward freedom and self-determination, the turnover of the LED Wall project reflects the continuing efforts of the government to empower communities through innovative and accessible communication platforms.
The occasion highlighted the strong partnership between DILG and the Local Government Unit of Hilongos in promoting transparency, preparedness, and citizen engagement. More than a celebration of accomplishments, the event symbolized a shared commitment to building a more informed, resilient, and progressive community for all Hilongosnon residents.
Indeed, the day stood as a testament to both national pride and local progress—a fitting double celebration of freedom and development.