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Lawig Katawhan Lawig Katawhan is the official page of Mayor Lawrence “Law” Fortun.

It serves as a platform for advocacies on good governance, people empowerment, inclusive growth, and sustainable development.

𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗝𝗢𝗕 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧!The City Employment Services Department (CESD), in partnership with SM Supermarket, invites all jobsee...
26/05/2026

𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗝𝗢𝗕 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧!

The City Employment Services Department (CESD), in partnership with SM Supermarket, invites all jobseekers to join the Local Recruitment Activity (LRA) happening on June 1–2, 2026 (Monday–Tuesday), from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Butuan City Hall Lobby.

The company will be offering job opportunities for qualified applicants who are eager to start or grow their career in the retail industry.

Interested applicants are encouraged to bring the following:
• 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲
• 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿
• 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝗜𝗗
• 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲

Don’t miss this opportunity—this might be the job meant for you! Apply now and take the next step toward your career.

26/05/2026

Mary Ann Cañizares, a solo parent from Brgy. Holy Redeemer, expressed her heartfelt gratitude for receiving assistance through the Solo Parent Subsidy Program for eligible indigent solo parents. As a mother of two children, including one child with special needs, she continues to work hard to provide for her family.

Working as a “labndera,” Mary Ann remains steadfast in overcoming life’s challenges while striving to give her children a better future.

This assistance brings hope and relief to solo parents who tirelessly sacrifice for their families every day. May this initiative continue to uplift and empower solo-parent families in Butuan City.

𝗔𝗧𝗠 | Validation for the monthly subsidy of eligible indigent solo parents is currently ongoing, as part of the City Gov...
26/05/2026

𝗔𝗧𝗠 | Validation for the monthly subsidy of eligible indigent solo parents is currently ongoing, as part of the City Government’s continued efforts to ensure that qualified beneficiaries are properly verified and included in the program.

This process helps guarantee that financial assistance is given to the right recipients, to help support their daily needs and ease financial burdens of solo-parent families.

𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝘂 𝗔𝗴𝗦𝘂𝗿: 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻More than 13,000 national delegates from NCR, BARMM, CAR, NIR, PSO, NA...
25/05/2026

𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝘂 𝗔𝗴𝗦𝘂𝗿: 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

More than 13,000 national delegates from NCR, BARMM, CAR, NIR, PSO, NAS, and Regions 1 to 13 converged in Agusan del Sur for the grand opening of the 66th Palarong Pambansa, transforming the province into a vibrant stage of youth excellence, discipline, and national solidarity.

Beyond the competition, the event fuels local tourism, strengthens regional pride, and inspires young Filipinos to pursue greatness through sports.

Held at the Agusan del Sur Sports Complex (DLMCC), the ceremony featured the Parade of Colors, Philippine Air Force air exhibition, lighting of the Friendship Cauldron, cultural showcases, spectacular fireworks display, and drone show attended by the Special Assistant to the President Anton Lagdameo, Education Secretary Sonny Angara, Cong. Adolph Edward Plaza, Governor Santiago B. Cane Jr., other City Officials, and visitors from different cities and regions nationwide. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. also gave an inspiring message to the athletes during the event.

Mayor Law Fortun, Cong. Jose S. Aquino II, Vice Mayor Reynante Desiata and the SP Members, joined the historic gathering to express their unwavering support for all athletes, especially the proud Butuanon paddlers representing the city at Palaro Tu AgSur. The City Government of Butuan continues to root for the team as they demonstrate strength, discipline, and the true spirit of Butuanon excellence on the national stage.

25/05/2026

Tomorrow, the qualified indigent solo parents of Butuan City will officially receive their Solo Parent Subsidy. The list of eligible beneficiaries has already been forwarded to their respective barangays, and the Solo Parent Presidents will inform those included in the program. Eligible solo parents are requested to come early (before 8:00 AM) to the Golden Ribbon Covered Court and bring their complete documents for validation.

The distribution of the subsidy will take place in the afternoon, 1:00 PM, same venue.

25/05/2026

First-Ever Solo Parents Subsidy Distribution Brings Support to Indigent Families in Butuan City

Finally, the indigent solo parents of Butuan City will, for the first time, receive their Solo Parents Subsidy tomorrow following the city government’s allocation of funds for this program in line with Republic Act No. 11861, which was authored by Law Fortun during his term as Congressman—reflecting his long-standing commitment to protecting and uplifting solo-parent families.

Tomorrow’s distribution will cover three months of subsidy to help ease the daily financial burden of raising a family alone. The support is intended for those qualified under the law (as indicated in the video below), providing meaningful assistance for everyday essentials while helping parents continue to support their children’s education—from school supplies to transportation and daily needs that keep them learning and moving forward.

More than financial assistance, this initiative is a recognition of the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of solo parents. Through this program, the city reaffirms its commitment to empowering families, investing in every child’s future, and ensuring that every parent and child receives the support and opportunities they deserve.

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗶𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟭,𝟱𝟳𝟳 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀A total of 1,577 rice and corn farmers received financial assistance during the dist...
25/05/2026

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗶𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟭,𝟱𝟳𝟳 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀

A total of 1,577 rice and corn farmers received financial assistance during the distribution of the Presidential Assistance for Farmers and Fisherfolks (PAFF) held on May 25, 2026, at the Pigdaulan Covered Court.

With rising fuel costs impacting every stage of farming, many farmers continue to face growing challenges in sustaining their livelihood.

Through the PAFF program, each beneficiary household received PhP 2,325.00 in financial assistance. The aid is intended to help farmers cover farm-related expenses and other daily needs affected by the rising cost of fuel. Farmers from different barangays gathered at the venue to process and claim their assistance as part of the government’s continuing support for the agricultural sector.

The activity was conducted by the Department of Agriculture, together with the City Agriculture and Veterinary Department (CAVD), to help farmers cope with the impact of increasing fuel prices.

The distribution reflects the ongoing efforts of the government to provide direct assistance and accessible services to local farmers.

𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗻 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀: 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗻A total of 2,180 residents from Pangabugan, Maon, Golden Ribbon,...
25/05/2026

𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗻 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀: 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗻

A total of 2,180 residents from Pangabugan, Maon, Golden Ribbon, Agao, Rajah Soliman, Datu Silongan, and Diego Silang benefited from the latest rollout of the Butuan on Wheels (BOW) held at Agusan National High School, where various city departments and partner agencies delivered essential services directly to the community.

The program offered a wide range of assistance, including ID applications (Solo Parent, PWD, Senior Citizen), social pension, medical, dental, laboratory, nutrition, and eye care services, as well as legal consultations, notarization, and birth registration. Agricultural and veterinary support such as anti-rabies vaccination, deworming, consultations, and distribution of seedlings and farm inputs were also provided.

Livelihood support, employment assistance, wellness services, environmental initiatives, housing orientation, and educational activities for children were likewise made available.

Residents expressed gratitude for the program, noting how it made essential services more accessible, saving them time, travel, and expenses while bringing government support closer to the community.

24/05/2026

A heartfelt testimony from Letecia Plaza of Brgy. Diego Silang, one of the beneficiaries of the free Medical Consultation, free medicines, and Optical Consultation during ButuanOn Wheels (BOW), where she also received free eyeglasses.

Through services brought directly to the barangays, more Butuanons are given access to essential healthcare and assistance closer to their homes.

24/05/2026

Anthony Pajaron availed various services during the Butuan on Wheels activity, receiving free seedlings, a free medical check-up, and free food provided by partner agencies—bringing essential services and community support closer to every Butuanon.

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