Tagbilaran City Government ensures safe, orderly, peaceful Undas 2025 Observance
As thousands were and are expected to flock to public and private cemeteries throughout Tagbilaran City on November 1 (yesterday) and 2, 2025 (today), the City Government of Tagbilaran, under the leadership of Mayor Jane Yap, implemented comprehensive measures to ensure a safe, orderly, and peaceful observance of All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day 2025.
All cemeteries in the city opened their gates from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., allowing visitors to stay inside the premises until 10:00 p.m.
The City Traffic Management Office and Tagbilaran ALERT personnel, in coordination with the Tagbilaran City Police Station, carried out traffic rerouting schemes in key areas near cemeteries to ease congestion and ensure pedestrian safety.
Mayor Yap reminded the public to remain disciplined and cooperative during the observance, stressing that Undas is not only a time for remembrance but also for unity and order.
“While we come together to honor our departed loved ones, may we also show respect for one another by keeping our surroundings clean, following traffic rules, and maintaining peace,” Mayor Yap said.
Personnel from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) and Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF) were deployed to provide medical and emergency assistance.
The city government reminded the public to properly dispose of trash using designated bins and follow the guidance of traffic enforcers and police officers.
Mayor Yap extended her gratitude to all city personnel, barangay officials, and volunteers for their dedication in maintaining safety and order during the annual observance.
The City Government of Tagbilaran reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that public traditions like Undas remain peaceful, well-organized, and reflective of the city’s culture of respect, discipline, and unity.
City Government of Tagbilaran, under Mayor Jane Yap’s leadership, announces operating hours for public and private cemeteries in observance of All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day 2025. (Photo courtesy of StratCom / City Government of Tagbilaran)
Tagbilaran City Athletes excel in 2025 Batang Pinoy National Championships
Tagbilaran City’s young athletes proudly brought home medals from the 2025 Batang Pinoy National Championships held in General Santos City, showcasing talent, discipline, and determination in the national sporting arena.
Princess Sophie Delusa made waves in the swimming competition, bagging a silver medal in the 12-13 Girls 100-meter Breaststroke and a bronze medal in the 200-meter Breaststroke category, under the guidance of Coach Engela Dequiña.
In weightlifting, Karl KZ Kara-an showcased remarkable strength and determination, earning a silver medal in the 16-year-old category with a snatch of 79 kg, a clean and jerk of 97 kg, and a total lift of 176 kg. Meanwhile, fellow weightlifter Seddel Joe Lagamayo secured a bronze medal in the 12-year-old category, recording a snatch of 56 kg, a clean and jerk of 70 kg, and a total lift of 126 kg.
Trisha Lyn Luza, a 17-year-old weightlifter, bagged a bronze medal with a snatch of 57 kg and a clean and jerk of 70 kg. The weightlifting athletes were trained under Coach Samuel Alegada and Assistant Coach Jona Alegada.
Another standout performer, John Sylvester Dequiña, earned a silver medal in the 100-meter backstroke and a bronze medal in the 16-17 Boys 50-meter Backstroke, contributing to the city’s growing list of achievements in swimming. The swimming team is coached by Ms. Engela Dequiña.
The 2025 Batang Pinoy National Championships, which opened on October 25, 2025, featured around 19,000 athletes, 4,400 coaches, and 1,260 officials from 188 local government units nationwide, competing in 27 sports disciplines.
Mayor Jane Yap lauded the achievements of the Tagbilaran athletes, expressing pride in their dedication and sportsmanship.
“These young athletes embody the spirit of excellence and perseverance that define our city. Their success brings pride not just to their families, but to the entire Tagbilaranon community,” Mayor Yap said.
With these victories, Tagbilaran City continues to prove that local talent, when nurtured with the right support and guidance, can stand tall on the national stage.
Medalists from Tagbilaran City celebrate their wins at the 2025 Batang Pinoy National Championships in General Santos City. The city’s talented young athletes excelled in swimming and weightlifting, bringing honor to their hometown. (Photo courtesy of StratCom / City Government of Tagbilaran)