Apayao celebrates 25th natal day

LUNA, Apayao – This province celebrated its 25^th foundation anniversary last week after its split from Kalinga.

Gov. Eleanor Begtang during commemoration urged Apayao folks to support  projects, programs and activities in the province under “new normal.”

 “As we strive to move forward amidst the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the provincial government takes this occasion to once more renew and strengthen our commitment to be of service to our fellow Ipayaos, and further gains we have all collectively worked out.”

Begtang noted “unity and cooperation of the former leaders and people of the province which led to its progress and development and what it is today.”

Apayao was part of  the then Kalinga-Apayao province. It became a separate and distinct regular province by virtue of Republic Act 7878 authored by the late Congressman Elias Bulut Sr. and  signed into law by President Fidel V. Ramos on Feb. 14, 1995.

The corporate existence of Apayao started on August 1, 1995. 

The simple program at the Apayao Eco-Tourism and Sports Complex in Luna town on August 5 was highlighted by recognition of the province’s pioneer employees for their hard work and sacrifices and planting fruit bearing trees at the eco-tourism area. -- PIA CAR