The City Government of Cagayan de Oro has formally congratulated its Local Government Unit lawyers who successfully passed the September 2025 Bar Examinations, recognizing their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to public service.
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Mindanao’s Legal Community Strengthened by CDO Bar Passers
The City Government of Cagayan de Oro has extended its congratulations to members of the LGU who passed the September 2025 Bar Examinations, marking a significant milestone for the city’s legal and public service workforce.
The successful bar passers include:
- Atty. Deo Emmanuel Rafols R. Aguillon – Office of the City Vice Mayor
- Atty. Karl Andrei N. Aparece – People’s Law Enforcement Board (PLEB)
- Atty. Jessa Mae M. Borgonos-Dizon – Office of the City Public Services Officer
- Atty. Richmond B. De Guzman – City Legal Office
- Atty. Phoebe Karren Malinda – City Social Welfare and Development Department
- Atty. Rica Alyana D. Molina – Business Permits and Licensing Department (BPLD)
- Atty. Juan Miguel B. Roa – Office of the City Human Resource Management Officer
City officials highlighted that the achievement of these new lawyers reflects not only personal dedication but also the strengthening of legal governance and accountability within the local government.
Greetings and commendation were extended by the City Government of Cagayan de Oro and Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy, emphasizing pride in their accomplishment and confidence in their future service to the public.
Honoring Excellence in Public Service and Justice
The success of these LGU lawyers underscores Mindanao’s growing pool of legal professionals committed to integrity, compassion, and excellence in governance, serving as inspiration for aspiring lawyers across the region.






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