By Alfonso T. Ruda
PIÑAN, Zamboanga del Norte - The 101st Infantry Brigade of the 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division based here has recently tendered a testimonial parade and review in honor of Labason Mayor Eddie Quimbo for the latter’s invaluable support and cooperation in the implementation of various programs and projects pursued by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
Brigadier General (BGen.) Apolinario Alobba, commanding officer of the 101st Infantry Brigade, said Mayor Quimbo was instrumental in the successful implementation of various infrastructure projects and the conduct of medical outreach programs in Labason town especially in the far-flung barangays.
Alobba commended Mayor Quimbo for instituting reforms and implementing various development projects in the municipality to the benefit of his constituents.
Mayor Quimbo, who was accompanied by his wife Dahlia during the recognition ceremony, expressed his delight over the honor accorded to him and thanked the leadership of 101st IB for recognizing his efforts, saying that this was the first time in his entire life to receive a military honor.
Alobba also cited the support extended by the mayor through the Municipal Police Office to the 10th Infantry Battalion stationed at Barangay Osukan under Lt. Col. Leonil Nicolas that contributed to the municipality’s peace and order condition.
Aside from his wife, the recognition and the testimonial parade and review was also witnessed by men and women of the brigade, and the municipal employees of Labason.
