Sen. JV Ejercito arrives in Kalinga; Gov. Edduba provides warm welcome

TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito arrived in Kalinga on Tuesday, October 27, with a group of motorcycle riders as part of his tour of Northern Luzon to meet local leaders and residents and learn firsthand about their situation and concerns.

Ejercito, who traveled on his own motorcycle, was welcomed by Kalinga Gov. James S. Edduba upon his arrival in the province at the boundary arch of Kalinga and Isabela.

During their meeting, Edduba and Ejercito discussed key development priorities and initiatives aimed at benefiting the people of Kalinga.

The senator’s visit is part of his itinerary across Northern Luzon, where he is visiting provinces and engaging with local officials and communities to gain a better understanding of their conditions, needs and development concerns.

The provincial government is set to host a Mangili Night for Ejercito and his group later Tuesday evening as part of the province’s welcome activities.

Ejercito expressed appreciation for the warm reception extended by Kalinga officials and residents and conveyed his best wishes to the people of the province.

He described Kalinga as a friendly place, thanking the provincial government for welcoming him and the group of riders.

The visit provides an opportunity for provincial officials to raise local development priorities and discuss possible areas of cooperation with the senator.