TACLOBAN CITY – Eastern Visayas asserted its dominance in this year’s Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards (LTIA) after barangays from the region captured top national prizes across multiple categories, emerging as the most awarded region in the 2025 competition.
The region secured three national championship titles, underscoring the exemplary efforts of its Lupong Tagapamayapa units in settling disputes at the grassroots level and strengthening community peace and order.
Leading the roster of winners was Barangay Poblacion Zone 20 of Baybay City which reclaimed the National Champion title in the independent component city/component city category—its second time to win the prestigious award.
Also earning national championship honors were Barangay Barugohay Norte in Carigara, Leyte, named national champion in the 2nd class municipality category, and Barangay Magallanes in Limasawa, Southern Leyte, which topped the 6th class municipality category.
The region likewise secured podium finishes in other divisions. Barangay Bool West in Culaba, Biliran placed 1st runner-up in the 5th class municipality category, while Barangay Poblacion 2 in Babatngon, Leyte finished 2nd runner-up in the 4th class municipality category.
These achievements highlight the efficiency, innovation, and dedication of Lupong Tagapamayapa units in Eastern Visayas in promoting peaceful conflict resolution through the Katarungang Pambarangay justice system.
DILG Region 8 Director Arnel Agabe said the recognition reflects the unwavering commitment of barangay officials and community leaders to fostering local harmony and accessible justice.
All national awardees received plaques and cash incentives to support and expand their dispute resolution programs.
(ROEL T. AMAZONA)
