NAVAL, BILIRAN | September 26, 2026 — The Municipality of Naval marked its 166th Pueblo Day with a meaningful celebration of history, heritage, unity, and the enduring spirit of the Navaleños.

With the theme, “Buhi ang Pagtuo, Lig-on ang Pamilya, DASIG ang Pag-alagad alang sa Mauswagong Katawhan,” the celebration highlighted the values that continue to guide Naval—strong faith, resilient families, and dedicated public service.

The celebration brought together Provincial 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗘𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘀,Members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Biliran, together with the members of the Sangguniang Bayan of Naval, municipal officials and employees, barangay officials, national government agencies, community leaders, business partners, families, students, and other stakeholders who joined in commemorating Naval’s 166 years of history and progress.

𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙧. 𝙇𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙤 𝙑. 𝙈𝙚𝙙𝙚𝙟𝙖 𝙅𝙧.

welcomed the guests and reflected on the beginnings of Pueblo Day, recalling the leaders and generations who helped shape the municipality’s history and development.

𝙈𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙣. 𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙥𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙚 𝙀. 𝙀𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖 emphasized that Naval’s progress is a shared journey. She highlighted the municipality’s continuing growth, including new business establishments, infrastructure improvements, water and drainage initiatives, and other programs aimed at addressing the needs of every Navaleño.

She also reminded the community of Naval’s battle cry, “DASIG”—a call to keep moving forward, remain resilient in the face of challenges, and never give up in the pursuit of progress.

For his inspirational message, 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙂𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙤𝙧 𝙍𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙤 𝙅. 𝙀𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖 called on everyone to continue working together, emphasizing that genuine development is built not only through projects and infrastructure, but more importantly through people who care, serve, and work together.

He underscored the spirit of Serbisyong Biliranon—responsive government, compassionate leadership, and genuine public service—where barangays, municipalities, the provincial government, national agencies, businesses, families, and communities work together toward shared growth.

The celebration also honored the generations who came before, whose sacrifices, traditions, and service laid the foundation for the Naval of today. As the municipality continues to grow, the responsibility now rests with the present generation to carry forward the legacy and build an even brighter future.

In his closing remarks,𝙑𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙪𝙧 𝙑. 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖

expressed appreciation to the organizers, participants, officials, and community members who contributed to the success of the celebration. He encouraged everyone to carry the spirit of unity and pride beyond Pueblo Day as Naval continues working toward a more progressive, peaceful, and prosperous community.

The 166th Pueblo Day was more than a celebration of Naval’s past—it was a reminder of the collective responsibility to shape its future.

With faith in our hearts, strong families beside us, and a DASIG spirit of service, Naval continues to move forward—together.

Happy 166th Pueblo Day, Naval!