Estimated to 10,000 people attended the opening of Paskuhan 2012 here

 By Judys Cogo

SK Lance Co, Mayor Co, Counselor Culve

(Photo by Judys Cogo)

PAGADIAN CITY - MAYOR  Sammy Co greeted an estimated 10,000 crowd who attended the Paskuhan 2012 celebration last Saturday, December 8 at Plaza Luz.  

Residents started flocking in the area as early as 6:00pm to get a nice view of the 100 feet Christmas Tree and other Christmas decors.  

Despite the unfortunate fate that hit the city the people have still the reason to celebrate the Christmas, Co said, as a saying goes, God has the reason to all events that fall to everyone. 

Plaza Luz in Pagadian City

 (Photo by Jong Cadion)

Co expressed appreciation on the efforts of the people who supported the celebration. “This would be my last presence to be with you [as a chief executive] in this celebration, since this is my last term as your mayor…,” said Co.  

The mayor, also a candidate for representative for the 1st District of Zamboanga del Sur, said he is optimistic that the issues raised against him cannot hinder his political bid in the midterm elections in May 2013.  

He said in his message they have learned from their mistakes and misfortunes and hope the Christmas and New Year 2013 will receive an abundant blessings from God.  

 (Photo by Jong Cadion)

At about 9:00pm the Christmas trees, lanterns and other Christmas decors were finally lighted as thousands of people including children watched. 

The activity was highlighted with fireworks display.

  

Paskuhan is an annual celebration during Christmas season initiated by the city government in 2004. 

Tabak joins 
The 1st Infantry Tabak Division of the Philippine Army also joined the opening ceremony of Paskuhan 2012 at Plaza Luz last December 8.  

Tabak Commander MGen. Ricardo Rainier G. Cruz III was represented by Col. Michael Lowell Chiong, commanding officer of the Headquarters and Headquarters Service Battalion.

The Tabak chief said, as read by Chiong, “I am in high spirit as we participate and witness the lighting of giant Christmas tree and colorful dancing fountain signaling the month long celebration of the Yuletide season.” 

 (Photo by Jong Cadion)