03/09/2025
LPP OATHTAKING AT MALACAÑANG WITH PBBM:GOV OAMINAL SWORN IN AS SECRETARY GENERAL
via Bhal Abad Cabrera | September 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. (PBBM) personally administered the oath of office of the newly elected officials of the League of Provinces of the Philippines (LPP) at Kalayaan Hall, Malacañang Palace on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Among those who took their oath was Misamis Occidental Governor Henry S. Oaminal, who was elected as Secretary General of the LPP, the national organization that represents all 82 provincial governors across the country.
For Misamisnons, Governor Oaminal’s election marks a major milestone, as their governor now holds a critical position in a powerful organization that shapes local government policy and serves as the united voice of the provinces.
In line with President Marcos’ administration agenda, the LPP under its new leadership committed to:
• ensuring LGU consultation on all major national projects affecting provinces;
• strengthening disaster preparedness and climate adaptation programs;
• lobbying Congress to amend the Local Government Code to expand LGUs’ fiscal autonomy; and
• pushing for a clearer and stronger role of provinces in the implementation of national policies.
Governor Oaminal brings to the national leadership his extensive experience in peace and order, fiscal management, and inclusive development in Misamis Occidental. His role as Secretary General positions him as a key bridge between the country’s 82 governors and Malacañang.
The oath-taking led by President Marcos highlighted Malacañang’s intent to strengthen cooperation between the central government and provincial leaders. With Governor Oaminal in a national leadership role, stronger partnerships and more effective collaboration are expected to advance the government’s vision of progress and development.
