Tabuk City, Kalinga – A young iKalinga from Tanudan has brought immense pride to the province after emerging as the Top 1 graduate among the 468 members of the Philippine Navy's Sailor Basic Course (SBC) "Masindapang" Class 76-2026.
ASN Alvin Web A. Alinao of Gang, Tanudan, not only completed the Philippine Navy's rigorous military training but also earned the highest distinction in his class, placing first among all graduates nationwide.
Alinao was among the 43 iKalinga graduates of the Philippine Navy who were recognized by the Provincial Government of Kalinga during its flag-raising ceremony on Monday, July 13, attended by GURU Press Cordillera.
Adding to the province's distinction were three more iKalinga graduates who also ranked among the class's top performers.
ASN Jane O. Angngad PN of Turod, Bulo, Tabuk City, finished Top 5, while ASN Nathalia L. Aya-os PN, also from Turod, Bulo, Tabuk City, placed Top 7. Meanwhile, ASN Judy Faith A. Tillao PN of San Pablo, Lacnog West, Tabuk City, ranked Top 61.
During the ceremony, Governor James S. Edduba congratulated the new sailors for bringing honor to Kalinga and reminded them to uphold the province's cherished values of "paniyaw," "ngilin," and "bain" as they embark on their military careers.
The governor also encouraged them to preserve the strong reputation that Kalinga's uniformed personnel have built over the years, noting that officials in various national government agencies consistently express high regard and respect for military and law enforcement personnel from the province.
"Kayat ko met nga inconfirm kanyayo wenno kayat ko ipakaamo kanyayo yo nga kanyak nga nagapo iti makipolpolapol ti national offices, ket always ngay nga dakkel ti respeto da kadagiti uniformed personnel nga agapo iti Cordillera, especially ti probinsya ti Kalinga, and I'm very proud nga kasjay iti panakaaamo da iti amin nga uniformed personnel nga agapo ti Kalinga. So imintinar yo garud dayta,” said Edduba.
The other iKalinga graduates of the Philippine Navy's Sailor Basic Course "Masindapang" Class 76-2026 are:
ASN Calixto E. Dalipog PN – San Pablo, Lacnog West, Tabuk City
ASN Hadgi G. Paga PN – Turod, Bulo, Tabuk City
ASN Justine Dave D. Apalis PN – Cabaruan, Tabuk City
ASN Chesny D. Bonagan PN – Turod, Bulo, Tabuk City
ASN Lyter H. Tayaban PN – Burubor, Bulo, Tabuk City
ASN Von Joey M. Diwag PN – Sumadel, Tinglayan
ASN Dam-ot B. Gerard PN – Bulanao, Tabuk City
ASN John Kier G. Bongat PN – Uma, Lubuagan
ASN Jester D. Reyes PN – Bulanao, Tabuk City
ASN Kerby A. Opal PN – Mallong, Cudal, Tabuk City
ASN Mark Joshua L. Sagun PN – Laya East, Tabuk City
ASN James Paul B. Waggawag PN – Mabaca, Tanudan
ASN Jalandoni A. Awing PN – Purok 6, Bulanao, Tabuk City
ASN Ramil D. Bagwan PN – Mallong, Cudal, Tabuk City
ASN Aljay D. Bagwan PN – Mallong, Cudal, Tabuk City
ASN Nathan B. Amogawen PN – Bullalayao, Pantikian, Balbalan
ASN Ace T. Daguitan PN – Lapoc, Buaya, Balbalan
ASN Mckelly B. Balinsat PN – Lay-asan-Dacalan, Tanudan
ASN Lovely C. Bao-ag PN – Tanglag, Lubuagan
ASN Ardshiel B. Wanawan PN – Cagaluan, Pasil
ASN Cristian Villafuerte PN – Malin-awa, Tabuk City
ASN Renzlou E. Balanggao PN – Lower Mangali, Tanudan
ASN Freyl Gay G. Daluping PN – Balinciagao Norte, Pasil
ASN Sergie G. Camacam PN – Laya West, Tabuk City
ASN Justin G. Bonagan PN – Lanna, Tabuk City
ASN Ruth Ann A. Fallorina PN – Alinanag, Calaccad, Tabuk City
ASN Raynold P. Balagso PN – Bugnay, Tinglayan
ASN Mark Vincent B. Guyang PN – Colayo, Pasil
ASN Lito A. Balingog Jr. PN – Dananao, Lacnog, Tabuk City
ASN Bryan Jay B. Baswit PN – Tulgao West, Tinglayan
ASN Gian Carlo S. Puno PN – Dananao, Lacnog, Tabuk City
ASN Jeff Kinao PN – Agbannawag, Tabuk City
ASN Dionicio Bonggawon Jr. PN – Buaya, Balbalan
ASN Bryan Joshua W. Sumalag PN – Dananao, Tinglayan
ASN Dominic M. Abuli PN – Dananao, Lacnog, Tabuk City
ASN Michael G. Bayubay PN – Bangad, Tinglayan
ASN Lacson S. Sangoy PN – Bulo, Tabuk City
ASN Alkem Balicao PN – Bawac, Dupligan, Tanudan
With another batch of military graduates, Kalinga once again reinforces its reputation as one of the country's reliable sources of disciplined and dedicated uniformed personnel.
The achievements of these new sailors, according to Edduba, reflect not only their determination and resilience but also the values instilled by their families and communities.
The grit, discipline, and strong work ethic long associated with iKalingas continue to inspire many young people from the province to persevere through the demanding training required to become members of the country's uniformed services.
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