Politics
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Mindoro Governor Leads Unity Call, Backs INC Peace Rally Amid Impeachment Row
Occidental Mindoro Governor Eduardo Gadiano led a major peace conference Friday, calling for national unity and expressing support for the upcoming Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) peace rally amid impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.…
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Occidental Mindoro LGU Warns of Donation Scam Using Congressman’s Name
The Provincial Government of Occidental Mindoro issued a public warning Sunday against a surge in fraudulent messages soliciting money and donations by individuals impersonating Congressman Odie Tarriela. Governor Eduardo B. Gadiano cautioned residents about scammers…
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Warm Welcome for Sen. Revilla in Occidental Mindoro
Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. received a warm welcome from the provincial government of Occidental Mindoro, led by Gov. Eduardo B. Gadiano, during his visit on Oct. 14, 2024. Revilla was greeted by local leaders…
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𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻, 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲-𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
In a move that defused escalating political tensions, Governor Humerlito “Bonz” Dolor filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) early this morning at the provincial Commission on Elections (COMELEC) office under his Galing at Serbisyo para…
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Six Oriental Mindoro Mayors Seek Vice Mayor Posts in 2025 Elections
Six municipal mayors in Oriental Mindoro are seeking to run for vice mayor in the upcoming elections, as they approach the end of their three-term limit. The mayors, three from the first district and three…
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3 Oriental Mindoro Politicians Set to Win Unopposed in 2025 Midterm Elections
Three prominent politicians in Oriental Mindoro are running unopposed in the upcoming 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections, COMELEC officials confirmed Wednesday. Representative Arnan C. Panaligan of Oriental Mindoro’s First District will secure his second term unopposed.…
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Dr. Hubbert Dolor Files Candidacy for Oriental Mindoro Vice Governor Post
ORIENTAL MINDORO — Dr. Hubbert Atienza Dolor filed his certificate of candidacy for vice governor of Oriental Mindoro province Tuesday morning, citing his commitment to public service and family values. In his statement posted on…
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Oriental Mindoro Congressman Panaligan Secures Unopposed Second Term Bid
Congressman Arnan Panaligan of Oriental Mindoro’s First District is set to serve a second term unopposed after no challengers filed certificates of candidacy before the deadline today, October 8, 2024. The incumbent representative acknowledged this…
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Oriental Mindoro Governor Race Begins as Orven Rabino Files COC
Business leader Orven Rabino filed his Certificate of Candidacy (COC) for the gubernatorial race in Oriental Mindoro on Monday, October 7, marking the first official candidacy for the province’s top position in the 2025 elections.…
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Occidental Mindoro Governor Files COC for His Last Term
MAMBURAO, Occidental Mindoro — Incumbent Governor Eduardo “Ed” Gadiano officially filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) on October 2 (Wednesday) for reelection in the 2025 midterm elections. Gadiano, who is running under the Partido Federal…
Founder’S Profile
Romel “Direk” Ferriol Bernardo
Bernardo Creative Ventures, Inc., the company behind Direk Fuels, Oriental Mindoro’s homegrown gas station chain, and Direk Builders, which rents out heavy equipment, is expanding its portfolio by venturing into online media and content production.
The company’s entry into news media is not surprising, as its founder and CEO, Romel “Direk” Bernardo, was a television writer, producer, and director for over 15 years. From 2002 to 2007, he served as a researcher, writer, and producer for GMA-7’s top-rating show Imbestigador before becoming the executive producer for ABS-CBN’s award-winning documentary program, The Correspondents.
