ILOILO — Thirty-four local government units (LGUs), including the provincial government of Iloilo, have been recognized by the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region 6 for exemplary performance in advancing population and development initiatives.
In a recognition granted under the 2025 Population and Development (POPDEV) Awards, CPD-6 named 33 municipalities in Iloilo as outstanding local population offices for their consistent implementation of inclusive and community-focused population programs.
These municipalities are Barotac Viejo, Dingle, Maasin, Leon, Anilao, Guimbal, Barotac Nuevo, Dumangas, Mina, Pavia, Zarraga, Pototan, San Enrique, Santa Barbara, Tigbauan, Banate, Concepcion, Alimodian, Igbaras, Calinog, Carles, Miag-ao, Oton, San Dionisio, Ajuy, Balasan, Batad, Cabatuan, Estancia, Janiuay, Lemery, San Miguel, San Rafael, and Tubungan.
At the provincial level, Iloilo was one of only three provinces in Western Visayas to receive the distinction, alongside Guimaras and Negros Occidental, highlighting its leadership in population and development governance in the region.
The recognized LGUs and the provincial government of Iloilo are scheduled to formally receive their awards during the POPDEV Awards ceremony on March 13., 2026
In a congratulatory statement, CPD-6 commended the awardees for setting a benchmark in local governance.
“The Commission on Population and Development Region 6 proudly congratulates our Outstanding Local Population Offices in Western Visayas for their exemplary performance and unwavering commitment to advancing population and development initiatives.
Your dedication to responsive, inclusive, and people-centered programs continues to inspire excellence in local governance and community development,” CPD-6 said.
Provincial Population Office (PPO) head Atty. Ruel Von Superio credited the achievement to the dedication of municipal population officers, saying he never doubted their capacity to deliver results.
“I knew — without question — that every Population Program Officer designated in our municipalities who joined the POPDEV Awards would rise and succeed, because I believe in each of them — their passion, their commitment, and their limitless dedication and potential,” Superio said.
The POPDEV Awards recognize LGUs that demonstrate effective integration of population concerns into development planning, service delivery, and community engagement, reinforcing the role of population offices in addressing long-term social and economic challenges./PN
