Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Cindi King-Chan led the distribution of 5 kilograms of rice each to 109 displaced Oponganons on May 29, 2026, at the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) hall.
The distribution was organized by the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), headed by Ma. Shiela Baylosis, with assistance from PESO Manager Kim Francisco.
In her message, Mayor King-Chan assured the workers that the Lapu-Lapu City Government will continue to provide alternative opportunities and sustainable livelihood programs.
"Rest assured that we will not stop until you are given other opportunities and livelihood," the mayor said.
One of the beneficiaries, Glenda Daño, expressed her gratitude to the city government for the immediate assistance provided to affected workers.
"It helped us because for several days we couldn't buy rice; this assistance we received now is a big help," she said.
During the event, beneficiaries also underwent an orientation on the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), which provides financial assistance to qualified individuals.
This initiative is part of the Lapu-Lapu City Government's efforts to provide urgent relief and sustainable livelihood opportunities for affected workers and their families.
