• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
Thirty-nine newly hired non-uniformed personnel (NUP) of the Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region yesterday took their oath of office before PBrig. Gen. Arnold Thomas Ibay, NIR police director, in a ceremony held at Camp Alfredo Montelibano Sr. in Bacolod City.
PL. Col. Joem Malong, PRO-NIR spokesperson, said in a statement that the oath-taking ceremony marked a significant milestone as the newly accepted personnel formally pledged their commitment to uphold the duties and responsibilities of public service with integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
The successful applicants, who underwent a rigorous screening and recruitment process, include three from the Bacolod City Police Office, ten from the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office, four from the Siquijor Police Provincial Office, and twenty-two from the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office.
In his message, Ibay emphasized that the oath-taking ceremony marks the beginning of a meaningful journey for the 39 NUPs formally joining the Philippine National Police in serving the Filipino people in Negros Island Region.
He highlighted that, while not in uniform, their roles are vital to ensuring the PNP functions efficiently and effectively, supporting every operation and community program with dedication, professionalism, and integrity.
Ibay further said that their appointment reflects a commitment to public service, accountability, and responsibility, carrying the trust and expectations of the communities they serve.
As they assume their respective duties, the newly sworn-in personnel are expected to embody the core values of the organization and actively support PRO NIR’s mission of delivering effective, responsive, and people-centered police service across the Negros Island Region.*
