On May 28, 2026, the Sheriff of the Regional Trial Court Branch 4 of Panabo City implemented a Supplemental Writ of Possession, officially authorizing Davao Light and Power Company, Inc. (Davao Light) to take possession of and begin servicing the remaining 20 barangays in the Island Garden City of Samal (Igacos).
Barangays Covered by the Court Order
The court order encompasses 16 barangays on Samal Island and four barangays on Talicud Island. The affected barangays are: Adecor, Anonang, Aumbay, Aundanao, Bandera, Cogon (Talicud), Dadatan, Kanaan, Libertad, Licup, Linosutan, Pangubatan (Talicud I), Peñaplata (Poblacion), Poblacion (Kaputian), San Isidro (Kaputian), San Remigio, Santa Cruz (Talicud II), Sion (Zion), Tagbaobo, and Tagbitan-ag.
Full Possession of Distribution Assets
With this development, Davao Light now holds possession of the distribution assets across all barangays in Igacos. The company will proceed to deliver comprehensive electric distribution services throughout the island, including system operations and maintenance, customer service, billing, and collection.
Legal and Regulatory Context
This move represents a significant step in the transition of electricity distribution services in Igacos. It provides legal clarity in the implementation of Republic Act No. 12144 and supports the ongoing shift of electric distribution operations within Davao Light’s expanded franchise area.
Davao Light will continue to collaborate closely with government agencies, local government units, and other stakeholders to ensure that the court’s directives are executed peacefully, orderly, and responsibly, facilitating a smooth operational transition.
Company Statement
“We welcome this latest development as we continue moving forward with the implementation of Republic Act No. 12144. Davao Light remains focused on delivering safe, reliable, and dependable electricity service to the communities within its expanded franchise area,” said Enriczar Tia, President and Chief Operating Officer of Davao Light.
“We likewise look forward to the continued cooperation of all concerned parties in carrying out the transition process in an orderly manner, always with the welfare of consumers as a primary consideration,” Tia added.
Commitment to Service Quality
Davao Light reiterated that service continuity, system reliability, safety, and consumer welfare remain guiding priorities as transition activities progress in the affected areas. The company also reaffirmed its dedication to rehabilitate and improve the distribution system to address long-standing concerns about power reliability and service quality across Igacos.
