NEA Installs Engr. Jovel Ubay-Ubay, PEE as Acting General Manager for MORESCO-1 During Transition Period

January 3, 2024 – In a strategic move to ensure a smooth transition period and maintain operational efficiency, the National Electrification Administration (NEA) has officially appointed Engr. Jovel Ubay-ubay, a licensed Professional Electrical Engineer (PEE), as the Acting General Manager for the Misamis Oriental I Electric Cooperative, Inc. (MORESCO-1).

Engineer Ubay-Ubay recently retired from a 38- years of sterling performance as Engineering Manager to General Manager. He held the GM-ship for almost five years in this premier electric cooperative in the country.

The decision comes amid the ongoing process of selecting a new permanent general manager for MORESCO-1. Engr. Ubay-ubay’s appointment is seen as a crucial step to provide stability and leadership during this transitional phase.

Engr. Jovel Ubay-ubay brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having demonstrated outstanding performance in the field of electrical engineering. His background and qualifications position him as a capable leader overseeing the daily operations of MORESCO-1, ensuring that the cooperative continues to provide reliable and efficient electric services to its members.

In attendance, NEA Deputy Administrator for EC Management Services, Atty. Omar M. Mayo mentioned that NEA expressed confidence in Engr. Ubay-ubay’s ability to navigate the challenges faced by MORESCO-1 and maintain a high standard of service delivery. The appointment is expected to facilitate a seamless transition until a permanent general manager is selected through a rigorous and transparent process.

The NEA encourages the cooperative’s employees and stakeholders to extend their full cooperation and support to Engr. Jovel Ubay-ubay during his tenure as Acting General Manager. This collaborative effort is essential to uphold the cooperative’s commitment to providing quality electric services to its members.

The process of selecting a new general manager will be conducted diligently, taking into account the qualifications and leadership qualities required for the role. The NEA reassures the members-consumers-owners (MCOs) of MORESCO-1 that the selection process will be fair, transparent, and by the electric cooperative’s bylaws.

Engr. Jovel Ubay-ubay’s temporary appointment as Acting General Manager marks a significant step in ensuring the continued success and stability of MORESCO-1 during this period of transition. The NEA remains committed to supporting the cooperative in its mission to provide reliable and affordable electric services to the community. (Archibald G. Pacana, Corporate Public Relations Officer)

ADVISORY TO THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED TO RUN AS BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF MORESCO-1

Please be advised that the districts of

ALUBIJID

EL SALVADOR

OPOL

are due for District Elections for Board of Directors this coming March 2024.

The following are the QUALIFICATIONS AND DISQUALIFICATIONS that the interested Member-Consumer need to know if they are interested to file their Certificate of Candidacy.

Should you have further clarifications, kindly visit our ISD Office at MORESCO-1 Main Office, Poblacion, Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental or kindly reach us through email at

isfabrigas@moresco1.com

or call us at

GLOBE 0917-794-8314 ;

and DIAL 09201 for INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES

SMART 0949-889-2047 ;

and DIAL 09201 for INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES

ENGR. EDGAR G. BUHIAN, RE-ELECTED DIRECTOR FOR MORESCO-1’S DISTRICT 4-INITAO

Edgar Galarpe Buhian, a Geodetic Engineer by profession and currently running his own survey and geodetic service business and managing a agriculture training facility in Initao, Misamis Oriental was re-elected yesterday, June 3, 2023 in Initao National Comprehensive High School.

Married to Nemia Penita Aubal and currently resides at Purok 9, Poblacion, Initao, Loloy, as he is called by friends and relatives is a member-consumer-owner (MCO) of MORESCO-1 since 1997.

He used to work with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region 10.

A lone candidate of the district, he was inducted to the office by the District Election Committee (DECOM) composed of Chairman Anthony Y. Pacamalan; Secretary Ric D. Gabe; and Marcel Tagalogon in the presence of the MORESCO-1 BOD President Director Nonito M. Labis, GM Jovel B. Ubay-ubay, and Service Area Managers Marlon P. Gunita and Jojiepril Legaspi.

District elections in MORESCO-1 are run by the DECOM and the Service Area Offices holding jurisdiction over the district, logistically managed by the Institutional Services Department team of M1, supervised and monitored by the National Electrification Administration (NEA).