THE ROAD TO KATAGMAN FESTIVAL 2026!
The Oton Tourism Office met with the Barangay Captains to align plans and strengthen collaboration in preparation for the upcoming Katagman Festival 2026, a celebration of Oton’s culture and unity. Hon. Jose Neil P. Olivares, together with Tourism Officer Ms. Che Che Demo-os, presided over the Municipal Council for Culture and the Arts meeting in continue reading : THE ROAD TO KATAGMAN FESTIVAL 2026!
DA CATTLE MULTIPLIER FARM PROJECT IN OTON
Personnel from the Department of Agriculture (DA), led by Mr. Donald Rey Magbanua together with Engr. Cynel P. Dela, Engr. Christine Villanueva, Engr. Bernadette Ann Villagracia, and Mr. Mat Adnarim (Contractor), paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Sofronio L. Fusin Jr., Municipal Mayor of Oton, prior to the conduct of the Pre-Construction Conference and Area continue reading : DA CATTLE MULTIPLIER FARM PROJECT IN OTON
OTON STRENGTHENS PARTICIPATORY GOVERNANCE WITH CSO SELECTION TO LOCAL SPECIAL BODIES
The Municipality of Oton successfully conducted the Selection of Civil Society Organization (CSO) Representatives to the Local Special Bodies (LSBs), reinforcing people’s participation in local governance. The program opened with a welcome message delivered by Ma. Diadema T. Vigo, Executive Assistant IV and OIC Administrator, on behalf of Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin Jr. This was continue reading : OTON STRENGTHENS PARTICIPATORY GOVERNANCE WITH CSO SELECTION TO LOCAL SPECIAL BODIES
OTON ENTREPRENEURS ASSOCIATION HONORS WINNERS OF CAKE PARTY AND MARKET MATCHING ACTIVITY
The Oton Entrepreneurs Association (OEA), in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Oton through the Local Economic and Development Investment Promotions (LEDIP) Office, proudly congratulates the winners of the Cake Party and Market Matching Activity held on September 8, 2025, at the Oton Command Center. 🏆 1st Place – #10: Janne Marie Anthonnette Cabuday🥈 continue reading : OTON ENTREPRENEURS ASSOCIATION HONORS WINNERS OF CAKE PARTY AND MARKET MATCHING ACTIVITY
THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT OF OTON JOINS THE 2025 PCSA FUN RUN
In celebration of the 125𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲: “𝗕𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘁 𝗞𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗶, 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗸𝗼𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗶: 𝗣𝘂𝘀𝗼, 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘁 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻”” This nationwide fun run featured 1K, 3K, and 5K categories, alongside the Servant-Hero Mascot Competition. The activity was participated in by government employees, runners, fitness enthusiasts, and representatives from the Local Government continue reading : THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT OF OTON JOINS THE 2025 PCSA FUN RUN
OTON HOLDS 3RD QUARTER GAD FOCAL POINT MEETING, REINFORCES WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND INCLUSIVE GOVERNANCE
The Municipality of Oton successfully held the 3rd Quarter Meeting of the Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System (GFPS) on September 5, 2025, at the MACO FITS Center, Oton. The meeting featured an orientation session for both the Executive Committee and the Technical Working Group (TWG) on the key provisions of Joint Memorandum Circular continue reading : OTON HOLDS 3RD QUARTER GAD FOCAL POINT MEETING, REINFORCES WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND INCLUSIVE GOVERNANCE
341 OGTONGANONS BEGIN WORK UNDER DOLE TUPAD PROGRAM, STRENGTHENING LIVELIHOOD AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT
A total of 341 beneficiaries officially started their first day of work under the DOLE TUPAD Program, highlighted by a photo opportunity with Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin Jr. In the afternoon, 87 beneficiaries also participated in an orientation facilitated by DOLE representatives. The program was spearheaded by the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) of Oton, continue reading : 341 OGTONGANONS BEGIN WORK UNDER DOLE TUPAD PROGRAM, STRENGTHENING LIVELIHOOD AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT
LGU OTON AND DPWH CONDUCT SITE INSPECTION TO ENSURE SAFETY OF SOLAR STREETLIGHT PROJECT
Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin, Jr., along with representatives from the DPWH Iloilo 1st District Engineering Office and the project contractor, recently conducted an inspection of the solar streetlight installation in Barangay Poblacion West, Oton. The visit was prompted after Vice Mayor Jose Neil P. Olivares expressed his concern regarding the potential safety risks of the continue reading : LGU OTON AND DPWH CONDUCT SITE INSPECTION TO ENSURE SAFETY OF SOLAR STREETLIGHT PROJECT
BARANGAY EXCELLENCE RECOGNIZED DURING OTON KADAUPANG PALAD SUMMIT
The Local Government of Oton, Iloilo proudly recognized its Top Performing, Most Promising, and Most Improved Barangays for their dedication and achievements during the second part of the KP Summit. The Top 10 Performing Barangays each received a ₱5,000 incentive, while the Most Promising Barangays were awarded ₱2,000 each. The Most Improved Barangays also received continue reading : BARANGAY EXCELLENCE RECOGNIZED DURING OTON KADAUPANG PALAD SUMMIT
