The Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOrPPO) held the induction ceremony of the newly elected officers of IOBC Class No. 02-040-NIR-026-027 at Maringal Hall, Camp Lt Col Francisco C Fernandez Jr, in Agan-an, Sibulan, Negros Oriental, on November 13, 2026.
Acting Provincial Director Opens the Program
NOrPPO Acting Provincial Director PCOL Jonathan B Abella led the command group’s attendance and delivered the Welcome Remarks, formally opening the ceremony and acknowledging the presence of guests and class participants, according to the NOrPPO.
Executive Judge Presides Over Induction
The ceremony was graced by Honorable Judge Gerardo A Paguio, Executive Judge of Regional Trial Court Branch 40 in Dumaguete City, who served as Guest of Honor, Speaker, and Inducting Officer. Judge Paguio presided over the formal induction of the class officers and delivered an inspirational message to the participants, the NOrPPO said in its release.
Provincial Training Staff in Attendance
Also present at the ceremony was the Provincial Training Staff, led by PLTCOL Ser Ulrick Christian E Gelera, C, PIDMU, along with the full NOrPPO Command Group and members of the IOBC class.
Ceremony Underscores Police Leadership Development
According to NOrPPO, the activity highlighted the importance of leadership, responsibility, and professionalism among police officers as they continue their development toward becoming effective leaders within the organization.
Photo credit: Photo courtesy of NOrPPO






